TEMPE — Arizona State’s home opener against Northern Arizona is officially sold out for the first time since 1998, with excitement from ASU’s fans building ahead of the matchup.
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Nov 30, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils wide receiver Jordyn Tyson (0) against the Arizona Wildcats during the Territorial Cup at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
The Sun Devils will host the Lumberjacks on Saturday night, where a full crowd is expected for Kenny Dillingham’s third year as ASU head coach. The news marks a milestone for ASU, as the team looks to take last year’s success into this season.
— Reed Burns (@reeddb_) August 28, 2025
See you there pic.twitter.com/dkuxt33PYu
— Jordan Clouse (@JClouse12) August 29, 2025

Jan 1, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; The Arizona State Sun Devils run onto the field before the Peach Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
Don’t think I’ve seen so much fan hype for an upcoming Sun Devil Football season than this year. Kenny Dillingham is really bringing this team back into it’s glory days. It could not be a more exciting time to be a Sun Devil. #ActivateTheValley #ForksUp https://t.co/5HZ0UWy0YP
— Caleb Bouchy (@CTreySports) August 28, 2025
It’s so beautiful 🔱🆙 https://t.co/XXjZmQ7u0E
— 🔱Commit 2 the Fork🔱 (@Commit2theFork) August 29, 2025
The matchup with NAU will be part of a three-game non-conference schedule before the Sun Devils begin Big 12 competition later in September.

Dec 7, 2024; Arlington, TX, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils defensive back Plas Johnson (29) and defensive back Kamari Wilson (20) and linebacker Zyrus Fiaseu (30) and Iowa State Cyclones running back Jaylon Jackson (12) in action during the game between the Iowa State Cyclones and the Arizona State Sun Devils at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
Arizona State enters the season with momentum, high expectations and a passionate fan base ready to see the team make another championship run.
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Wendy Lopez is a reporter for Burn City Sports. You can follow her on her X account, @wlopezde
