Bruins Nation's morning college football open thread and Bruin Bites round-up of the various bits and pieces from around the UCLA-iverse.

News and notes from UCLA's practice on Thursday as Bruins finish up final preparation for Arizona State.

We take a look at Arizona St.'s surprisingly effective and balanced offense.

Coach Mora waxes philosophical after Wednesday's practice before the ASU game.

We take a look at Arizona St.'s new coaching staff and the improved Sun Devil defense.

The Sun Devils are very familiar with Noel Mazzone and the U.C.L.A. offense, but ASU may be missing a key piece on the inside.

Coach Jim Mora started the Arizona State game week by gushing about Arizona State. It's a must win game for the Bruins, who need to beat ASU to reverse decade long trends of mediocrity.

Bruins enjoy the bye weekend. UCLA gets ready for Arizona State on Monday with an opportunity to reverse two ugly program trends from last 10 seasons.