The set-up: Coastal Carolina won't be lacking for motivation here after winning three straight. Overall the Chanticleers are averaging 27 PPG and 181 passing yards, led by dual-threat QB Bryce Carpenter, who had 102 rushing yards and 104 passing yards in the blowout win over UMass.

The pick: And would anyone blame App State for having a tiny bit of a mental letdown this week after its big 34-31 win over UNC at Chapel Hill last weekend?! It was the Tar Heels first victory vs. a Power Five opponent since 2007. App State has averaged 49 PPG this year, but I'm still unconvinced and think this one sets up beautifully for the surging visitors. Coastal Carolina is getting the job done by controlling the clock, averaging 200 rushing yards per game this year. I'm grabbing the points and expecting a competitive battle.

8* play on Coastal Carolina.