Georgia Southern vs. Appalachian State Short Report | Nov 25, 2023
Kidd Brewer Stadium
Boone, NC
Nov 25, 2023
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Game Recap
The Appalachian State Mountaineers secured a commanding 55-27 victory over the Georgia Southern Eagles on November 25, 2023, in a high-octane battle. Georgia Southern started strong with OJ Arnold’s 3-yard touchdown run, giving them an early 14-3 lead by the end of the first quarter. However, Appalachian State stunned the Eagles with a 24-3 second-quarter blitz, featuring Joey Aguilar’s 27-yard touchdown pass to Kaedin Robinson and Kanye Roberts' 13-yard rushing touchdown. By halftime, the Mountaineers had reversed the tide, taking a 27-17 lead.
In the second half, Appalachian State’s defense clamped down on Georgia Southern, allowing only 10 more points. Meanwhile, Aguilar continued his aerial assault, with two more touchdown passes, including a strike to Eli Wilson. DeAndre Buchannon’s 100-yard kickoff return for a touchdown provided a spark for the Eagles, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Mountaineers' offensive onslaught. A late 27-yard touchdown run by Maquel Haywood sealed the victory for Appalachian State. Joey Aguilar's four touchdowns and a sturdy defensive effort underscored the Mountaineers' dominant performance.
Key Plays:
OJ Arnold (Georgia Southern)
OJ Arnold's 3-yard rushing touchdown set the tone early for Georgia Southern, giving the Eagles an initial 7-0 lead and showing their offensive potential right from the start.
Michael Hughes (Appalachian State)
Michael Hughes drilled a 24-yard field goal, which not only put Appalachian State on the scoreboard but also trimmed Georgia Southern's early momentum.
JC French (Georgia Southern)
JC French connected with Khaleb Hood for a 25-yard touchdown pass, extending the Eagles' lead to 14-3 and highlighting their strong first-quarter offensive play.
Joey Aguilar (Appalachian State)
Joey Aguilar's 27-yard touchdown pass to Kaedin Robinson was a catalyst in Appalachian State's second-quarter surge, narrowing the deficit and energizing the team.
Kanye Roberts (Appalachian State)
Kanye Roberts' 13-yard rushing touchdown provided Appalachian State with their first lead of the game, a momentum shift that the Mountaineers rode to victory.
Joey Aguilar (Appalachian State)
Aguilar's 41-yard touchdown pass to Christan Horn was a dagger play before halftime, extending the Mountaineers' lead to double digits.
Joey Aguilar (Appalachian State)
Joey Aguilar's 2-yard touchdown pass to Eli Wilson early in the third quarter built on Appalachian State's lead, further distancing the Mountaineers from the Eagles.
Anderson Castle (Appalachian State)
Anderson Castle's 15-yard rushing touchdown drove the nail deeper into Georgia Southern's coffin, showcasing the Mountaineers' balanced attack.
DeAndre Buchannon (Georgia Southern)
DeAndre Buchannon's exhilarating 100-yard kickoff return for a touchdown gave the Eagles a glimmer of hope, electrifying their sideline and fans.
Maquel Haywood (Appalachian State)
Maquel Haywood's 27-yard touchdown run was the final blow, sealing Appalachian State's dominant victory and ending any comeback hopes for Georgia Southern.
Standout Players:
Joey Aguilar (Appalachian State, QB)
Joey Aguilar orchestrated a masterful performance, throwing for 296 yards and 4 touchdowns on 23 of 36 passing, demonstrating poise and precision under pressure.
Khaleb Hood (Georgia Southern, WR)
Despite the loss, Khaleb Hood was a standout for Georgia Southern, catching 10 passes for 95 yards and a touchdown, proving to be a constant threat through the air.
Kanye Roberts (Appalachian State, RB)
Kanye Roberts was instrumental in the run game, rushing for 109 yards on 14 carries, including a pivotal 13-yard touchdown that swung the momentum in Appalachian State's favor.
Tyrek Funderburk (Appalachian State, CB)
Tyrek Funderburk's defensive prowess was on full display as he intercepted two passes and recorded two solo tackles, disrupting Georgia Southern's offensive rhythm.
DeAndre Buchannon (Georgia Southern, WR)
DeAndre Buchannon shone on special teams, electrifying the arena with a 100-yard kickoff return for a touchdown, showcasing his blistering speed and agility.
Michael Hughes (Appalachian State, K)
Michael Hughes was reliable as ever, scoring 2 field goals and converting 7 extra points, contributing a crucial 13 points to solidify the Mountaineers' win.
References:
Georgia Southern Eagles vs. Appalachian State Mountaineers - Final Score - November 25, 2023 | FOX Sports
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Source
Georgia Southern Eagles vs. Appalachian State Mountaineers Live Score and Stats - November 25, 2023 Gametracker - CBSSports.com
Appalachian State vs Georgia Southern Highlights | 2023 FBS Week 13 | College Football Highlights - YouTube
Appalachian State crushes Georgia Southern, 55-27 - Underdog Dynasty
Source
Football vs Georgia Southern on 11/25/2023 - Box Score - App State Athletics
FB: App State-Georgia Southern Highlights (11/25/23) - YouTube
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Georgia Southern Eagles
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Appalachian State Mountaineers
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