South Alabama Faces Appalachian State in Week 4 College Football Matchup

As the 2024 college football season unfolds, South Alabama and Appalachian State gear up to face each other on Thursday, September 19, in Boone, North Carolina, at Kidd Brewer Stadium. This anticipated matchup will mark the beginning of the Sun Belt Conference play. The game is scheduled to kick off at 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time and will be broadcast on ESPN2.

Both teams arrive at this game after contrasting victories in Week 3. South Alabama achieved a resounding victory with an 87-10 win over an FCS opponent, while Appalachian State secured a narrow 21-19 win on the road. The Jaguars ended the 2023 season tied for second place in the Sun Belt West, with a 7-6 overall record, while the Mountaineers finished second in the Sun Belt East, achieving a 9-5 overall record.

The current odds favor Appalachian State with a 7.5-point spread and an overall points over/under set at 62.5. SportsLine‘s consensus points to the Mountaineers as favorites, and they have maintained solid performances from key players this season.

For fans looking to watch the game, various streaming options are available if they do not have cable access. Services like ESPN2’s live stream provide different packages adaptable to viewers’ needs, ensuring that college football fans across the country can tune in.

Key players for this matchup include Appalachian State’s junior running back, who leads the team with 148 rushing yards and a touchdown this season, and senior quarterback, who has thrown for 964 yards and five touchdowns with a passing rating of 133.4. On the other hand, South Alabama’s rising freshman promises a dynamic threat, having already accumulated 243 rushing yards and four touchdowns.

Defensively, South Alabama has relied heavily on their sophomore linebacker, who has been a standout with 25 tackles, which includes nine solo efforts and a forced fumble.

SportsLine’s predictive model suggests a favorable outcome concerning the total score, alongside a strong inclination towards one team’s spread performance dominating in simulations. Those interested in discovering the model’s full insights can consult SportsLine directly.