Washington State vs. Arizona State 2012 reaction: Bowl eligibility has Sun Devils' fans fired up

A dominating victory over the Washington State Cougars also clinched bowl eligibility for the Arizona State Sun Devils, a reprieve for many Arizona State fans that were disappointed by the team's performance in November thus far.

Over at House of Sparky, the bloggers saw a team that dominated from the get-go to put the game out of reach of the Cougars early. Quarterback Taylor Kelly's early performance was integral in making the Sun Devils bowl eligible for the second straight season.

While the Sun Devil defense completely shut down the Cougars,Taylor Kelly went to work. He threw two touchdowns in the opening quarter, one each to Rashad Ross and Chris Coyle. In an encouraging sign, the Sun Devil wide receivers were involved early, catching 10 passes in the opening quarter after managing just four last week against USC.

With a sizable lead after the first period, the Sun Devils continued to pound away and produce, punctuated by Michael Eubank touchdown toss.

Given the score, the second half was on cruise control for both teams. Even still, the Sun Devils continued to strike. An eight-play, 65-yard drive was capped with a one-yard touchdown run by Eubank, and late in the third, Kelly scrambled and found Ross again on a 31-yard score.

The bloggers were impressed overall by the bounce back performance out of Kelly and the team's overall dominance in a Pac-12 game.

The day was a great return to form for Kelly, who completed 20 of his 23 passes (no incompletions after the first quarter) for 246 yards and four touchdowns without an interception.

Washington State vs. Arizona State: High-octane observations

The Sun Devils finally got back in the win column Saturday with a dominating 46-7 win over the Washington State Cougars. Here is the good and the bad from ASU's sixth victory of the season.

Washington State vs. Arizona State score update: Sun Devils lead 32-0 at halftime

Eyeing bowl eligibility, the Arizona State Sun Devils enter halftime leading the Washington State Cougars by the score of 32-0 at Sun Devil Stadium, proving to be simply too much to handle for their conference opponent.

In fact, the Sun Devils' defense has limited the opposition to -14 yards rushing and into a quarterback change in the first half. However, both quarterbacks have struggled mightily and simply cannot move the ball with any authority against Arizona State.

Meanwhile, the Sun Devils offense is having a field day, throwing four touchdowns, kicking one field goal and converting a couple of 2-point conversions. Arizona State quarterback Taylor Kelly completed 14 of 17 passes in the first half for 160 yards and three touchdowns. Six receivers caught at least one pass in the first half.

While the game became a laugher early, the Sun Devils went to backup quarterback Michael Eubank to ensure their star quarterback would avoid injury. Eubank is having success, too, completing both of his pass attempts for one touchdown.

Cameron Marshall, despite reduced role, has been a leader with 'class and dignity'

Arizona St. Sun Devils' senior running back Cameron Marshall prepares for his final home game after a senior season that has seen him get fewer carries, but still lead the team in rushing yards and be a team leader.

Arizona State Vs. Washington State: Keys To A Sun Devil Victory

As the Sun Devils seniors trot out Tillman Tunnel, find out what the Sun Devils must do to ensure the seniors leave Sun Devil stadium on a high note.

Washington State vs. Arizona State: Reevaluating the Sun Devils' recent struggles

Remember a time when ASU fans would have danced naked in the streets for a 7-5 record in 2012? What happened to that?

ASU vs Washington State: Sun Devils emotional for senior teammates

Senior Day is always an emotional time for football programs across the nation. Saturday will mark the final time ASU's seniors play at Sun Devil Stadium.

ASU's Deantre Lewis returns to running back

After moving to the defensive side of the ball earlier in the year, the ASU Sun Devils' Deantre Lewis is heading back to running back.

ASU Football: Todd Graham sees 'a very capable football team' in Washington State

Arizona State head coach Todd Graham was complimentary of their upcoming opponent, the Washington State Cougars, saying they are capable of beating a lot of teams.

ASU Football: Bench Taylor Kelly & Other Nonsense

After the team suffered it's fourth straight loss, many ASU fans want to bench quarterback Taylor Kelly, but he's not the problem.

Todd Graham says Deveron Carr is ASU's most improved football player

Arizona State head coach Todd Graham told the media on Monday that cornerback Deveron Carr was the most improved player in the Sun Devils program.

Arizona State Vs. Washington State: Sun Devils favored by 3 touchdowns

Even though the art of winning has looked like a foreign language for the Devils lately, ASU is favored by three touchdowns in this Saturday's matchup against the Washington State Cougars.

ASU Vs. Washington State to have afternoon kickoff, air on Pac-12 Network

Arizona State hosts Washington State on Saturday afternoon, needing a win to earn bowl eligibility. The contest will be televised on the Pac-12 Network.