Looking at the two teams, App State has played the tougher schedule and has faced a lot better competition this season. App States' offense is well suited to take advantage of Western Kentucky's defense, even without one of their top receivers. The Mountaineers have a well-balanced attack and should be able to control the ball both on the ground and through the air. Western Kentucky's offense relies on throwing the ball over the field but will have to contend with a Mountaineer's defensive front that has the ability to get to the quarterback. This game will come down to defense and running the ball. The Hilltoppers defense is giving up 28.7 points while the Mountaineers are giving up just 19.3 points this season. Appalachian State rushes for 187.7 yards a game while Western Kentucky is running for 93.8 rushing yards per game. A combination of App State's rushing attack and their defense will slow down the W. Kentucky offense. Also, W. Kentucky will be without a couple of coordinators for this game.
Appalachian State is 5-1 ATS in their last six neutral site games.

Play on App State. This is a 7* game.