Arizona State and Morgan State shorten fourth quarter to ten minutes

Arizona State and Morgan State agreed to reduce the fourth quarter of their college football game to ten minutes on September 6, 2026. The decision occurred during a blowout game where the outcome was effectively decided before the final period began. Both coaching staffs consented to the shorter frame, which removed five minutes from the standard regulation time. This adjustment took place as part of early-season scheduling where lopsided margins occasionally lead to unconventional game management. The shortened duration reflects a mutual effort to conclude play in a game where the results were largely predetermined by the score. No further scheduling changes for either program were announced following the decision.

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