T.M. Selection: Appalachian State Mountaineers

I like the Appalachian State Mountaineers to win this game against the North Carolina Tar Heels on Saturday. UNC opened up the season in Week Zero with a win over the Florida A&M Rattlers. Now that game doesn't say much, considering the Rattlers had 25 ineligible players that didn't suit up. Off a great 10-4 season, the Mountaineers will be still be looking to improve on it. Looking at this game, this is the perfect week 1 matchup for Appalachian State. Playing a solid power-5 conference team, that they know they can beat will definitely boost their national ranking with a win. Also, with Texas A&M next on the schedule for the Mountaineers, this is practically a must win situation for them. A known double-digit win team starting the season 0-2 would be a complete disaster. Veteran QB Chase Brice will lead the offense out for App St. They also have two very strong running backs in Nate Noel and Camerun Peoples to rely on if need be. For UNC, they have a decent squad, but they will need their defense to be much better than last week if they want to have a chance here. The Tar Heels are only 2-3 in their last 5 games played on the road while App St is riding on a perfect 6-0 record in their last 6 home games. Give me the Mountaineers here today.

T.M. Prediction: 36-29 App St