App State Faces Coastal Carolina on ESPN2 Friday Night

App State football travels to Conway, South Carolina, for an ESPN2 broadcast against Coastal Carolina on October 16, 2026. The Mountaineers (3-2) seek redemption after a recent loss in Hurricane Isaias conditions at home, while the Chanticleers (2-4) aim to improve their record following a win over Marshall. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. ET at Brooks Stadium with play-by-play commentary from Jason Ross Jr. and Tyoka Jackson.

App State quarterback Malachi Singleton starts but remains questionable; backup Henry Hasselbeck has started in five games prior. Coastal Carolina's offense features dual-threat QB Deuce Bailey, who leads the Sun Belt Conference in passing touchdowns. The Mountaineers' defense faces a challenge against Diawara and Roman on Coastal's side.

The game is available on DIRECTV channel 209 for subscribers with an ENTERTAINMENT package or higher.