APP STATE GAME NOTES App State (1-1) holds a 2-0 series lead on the Bobcats, who are coached by former Appalachian defensive back Everett Withers. They played each other for the first time as Sun Belt opponents last season, and the Mountaineers won 35-10 in Boone. Here's a closer look at the Bobcats: After going 2-10 overall and 0-8 in the Sun Belt during Withers' debut season in 2016, Texas State (1-1) has opened 2017 with a 20-11 win against Houston Baptist and a 37-3 loss at Colorado.
BOONE, N.C. – Appalachian State's football team will begin its Sun Belt Conference schedule Saturday when it plays at Texas State. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET in 30,000-seat Bobcat Stadium, and the game will be available on ESPN3.
Opponent Outlook: Texas State
