Arizona State football fans appreciated the chance to interact with players as the team was making its run to a Big 12 championship. They are going to have another chance to do so next week.

Texas Roadhouse in Tempe will be the site of a meet-and-greet that will also aid the school's NIL initiative. The event will take place from 3-8 p.m. on Tuesday. Part of the parking lot will be used as a sort of tailgate area with games such as cornhole set up.

For those who mention ASU football and have a meal, a portion of the sales will go toward the Sun Angel Collective. Players will sign autographs, with no purchase required.

"It's a chance for people to come meet players and have a meal and part of the money goes directly where they want it to go," wide receiver Coben Bourguet said.

Bourguet said there isn't an assigned group of players who are scheduled to attend, but a similar one held last season featured about 40 players stopping by.

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Bourguet said the team was overwhelmed by the support of the community last season. He said he has enjoyed interacting with fans and appreciates being part of something the Valley could rally around.

It isn't surprising the first thing he's asked.

"Everybody wants to know about Skat (Cam Skattebo)," he said "It's always the first thing people ask about."

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