Georgia Southern vs App State Pick & Prediction - 11/6/2025
The Georgia Southern Eagles will face the App State Mountaineers in Sun Belt Conference play on Thursday night. Both teams hold a 1-3 record.
Defensive Strengths and Weaknesses
Appalachian State excels in stopping the run, allowing only 110 rushing yards per game. In contrast, Georgia Southern struggles defensively, giving up 240 rushing yards per game. This big difference could be a key factor in determining the outcome.
Offensive Performances
Georgia Southern’s offense has shown promise under quarterback JC French IV, but their defense remains their biggest challenge.
App State’s offense had a disappointing performance last week on the road against Old Dominion, scoring just 21 points after averaging 39 points across the previous two games. This loss marked their second consecutive defeat, putting pressure on the Mountaineers to win two of their remaining four games to qualify for a bowl.
Home and Away Records
- Appalachian State is 2-1 at home this season and understands the importance of a win.
- Georgia Southern is 0-4 on the road, conceding over 35 points per game away from home.
Series History
Appalachian State leads the all-time series against Georgia Southern, though the Eagles won the last meeting 29-20.
Player Highlight
Georgia Southern’s JC French IV enters the game with 1,677 passing yards, 14 touchdowns, six interceptions, and five rushing touchdowns.
Summary: Appalachian State's strong run defense and home advantage give them the edge against Georgia Southern, whose defensive struggles on the road remain a concern.
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