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Morgan State opened 2026 with a 17-7 win over North Carolina A&T but was outgained 328-276, converted only 1 of 7 third downs and committed eight penalties.

Bears quarterback Cameron Edge went 13-of-19 for 167 yards with one touchdown and one interception, with 68 yards coming on a single completion; running back Jordan Barnett supplied 114 yards and a touchdown on 12 carries.

Morgan State's offensive line has only one returning 2025 starter, and that player now appears on the second unit, giving Arizona State a major experience advantage at the line of scrimmage.

The Bears also lost their top eight tacklers and are installing a 4-2-5 defense with little returning production, despite 10 of 11 projected starters having been on the roster last year.

The preview viewed Arizona State's talent and depth advantage as decisive and projected a 48-7 result, broadly consistent with a market spread of more than six touchdowns.