"Overall, the kicking game was a big difference in the game," ULM coach Charlie Weatherbie said. "We drove the football down there offensively but threw an interception, which killed the opportunity.
"We gave the defense a short field the whole first half. Arizona State is a good football team, and I believe we are a better team than we showed tonight."
Field position and the kicking game were dominated by ASU, and the Warhawks simply couldn't establish anything consistently on offense. The Warhawks continue to be somewhat of an unknown, having beaten lowly Texas Southern and lost to two more talented teams in Arizona State and Texas.
This week's conference opener at Florida Atlantic will be a good test and gauge as to where ULM is right now.
NOTES, QUOTES
? Junior QB Trey Revell, a first-year starter, has thrown for 561 yards and five touchdowns in three games.
? Ten different Warhawk receivers have caught at least one pass this season.
? ULM has scored 12 times, including 10 touchdowns, in redzone scoring chances this season.
Game Ball Goes To:
DE Aaron Morgan-The senior a preseason all-conference pick had a team-high seven tackles and two sacks in a 38-14 loss at Arizona State.
Keep An Eye On:
RB Frank Goodin-The junior rushed for than 60 yards at Arizona State and leads ULM with 245 and four touchdowns this season.
STRATEGY AND PERSONNEL
Looking Good:
ULM's run defense was solid against Arizona State, allowing just 118 yards.
Senior WR Darrell McNeal had a team-high four catches for 50 yards and a touchdown at Arizona State.
ULM recorded three sacks against Arizona State.
Still Needs Work:
ULM allowed an 89-yard kickoff return to start the game at Arizona State, and it was poor throughout the game in special teams.
Quarterback Revell completed just 10-of-23 passes against Arizona State and had two interceptions.
ULM is averaging more than 75 yards in penalties a game.
Roster Report:
? WR McNeal continued his 25 game streak with a reception
? Sophomore WR Anthony McCall had his first TD reception of the season at Arizona State. He set the freshman record last season with six scores.
? Senior DE Aaron Morgan already has six sacks this season, tying his career high.
