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Their last head-to-head October of last year was close, and so far it looks like that's how the Georgia Southern Eagles and the Appalachian State Mountaineers will finish this one. Georgia Southern and Appalachian State are deadlocked at 17-17 after three quarters, promising an exciting conclusion. QB Justin Tomlin has led the way so far for the Eagles, as he has rushed for one TD and 76 yards.
Georgia Southern has been riding high on the performance of Tomlin, who has rushed for one TD and 76 yards. Tomlin's longest run so far was for 55 yards in the first quarter.
With four sacks, the Georgia Southern defense has been a true menace for Appalachian State's offensive line. We'll see if Georgia Southern can continue to haunt the offensive line.
Who's Playing
Appalachian State @ Georgia Southern
Current Records: Appalachian State 7-3; Georgia Southern 7-4
What to Know
The Appalachian State Mountaineers have enjoyed the comforts of home their last two games, but now they must head out on the road. The Mountaineers and the Georgia Southern Eagles will face off in a Sun Belt battle at 6 p.m. ET Saturday at Allen E. Paulson Stadium. Georgia Southern should still be feeling good after a win, while Appalachian State will be looking to regain their footing.
Appalachian State entered their matchup against the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns last week without any home losses -- but there's a first time for everything. It was close but no cigar for Appalachian State as they fell 24-21 to Louisiana. QB Zac Thomas had a memorable game, but not in the way you want to be remembered: besides failing to produce a single touchdown, he threw two interceptions with a passing completion percentage of only 47.62%.
Meanwhile, the Eagles strolled past the Florida Atlantic Owls with points to spare last week, taking the game 20-3. Georgia Southern can attribute much of their success to RB Logan Wright, who punched in one rushing touchdown.
Georgia Southern's defense was a presence as well, as it collected two interceptions and two fumbles. The picks came courtesy of CB Derrick Canteen and CB Justin Birdsong.
Appalachian State is the favorite in this one, with an expected 9-point margin of victory. But bettors beware: they are only 3-6 against the spread when favored.
Appalachian State is now 7-3 while Georgia Southern sits at 7-4. Two offensive stats to keep an eye on: The Mountaineers enter the contest with 250.7 rushing yards per game on average, good for eighth best in the nation. Less enviably, the Eagles are stumbling into the game with the fourth fewest passing yards per game in the nation, having accrued only 98.5 on average.
How To Watch
- When: Saturday at 6 p.m. ET
- Where: Allen E. Paulson Stadium -- Statesboro, Georgia
- TV: ESPN3.com
- Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
- Follow: CBS Sports App
- Ticket Cost: $45.90
Odds
The Mountaineers are a big 9-point favorite against the Eagles, according to the latest college football odds.
The oddsmakers had a good feel for the line for this one, as the game opened with the Mountaineers as an 8.5-point favorite.
Over/Under: -110
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Series History
Appalachian State have won three out of their last five games against Georgia Southern.
- Oct 31, 2019 - Georgia Southern 24 vs. Appalachian State 21
- Oct 25, 2018 - Georgia Southern 34 vs. Appalachian State 14
- Nov 09, 2017 - Appalachian State 27 vs. Georgia Southern 6
- Oct 27, 2016 - Appalachian State 34 vs. Georgia Southern 10
- Oct 22, 2015 - Appalachian State 31 vs. Georgia Southern 13
