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App State opens season with two wins amid low expectations

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 3:00 PM

Last updated Sep 17, 2026

App State opens season with two wins amid low expectations

Summary

Appalachian State is off to a 2-0 start after two weeks of the college football season. The Mountaineers achieved a dominant 55-3 victory over Maine and followed up with a competitive 27-24 win against East Carolina. Quarterback Malachi Singleton has thrown for 558 yards and three touchdowns so far. The team faces challenges with penalties and rushing performance, having recorded only 128 rushing yards against ECU. Upcoming out-of-conference games against Charlotte and NC State are critical for further proving their standing in the Sun Belt.

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By the Numbers

•App State leads with a 2-0 record after two games.
•Malachi Singleton ranks second in passing yards in the Sun Belt.
•The Mountaineers won against Maine and East Carolina.
•App State's upcoming games are against Charlotte and NC State.
•Penalties and rushing performance need improvement for future games.

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3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Is App State’s 2-0 Start Legitimate?

What they're saying

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Appalachian State entered this season with low expectations, as they were predicted to finish sixth by the coaches in the Sun Belt East Division. The Mountaineers are coming off a 5-8 season, which ended with a loss to Georgia Southern in the Birmingham Bowl. Through two weeks of the season, the Mountaineers are 2-0, and …
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