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Fumble Recovery Seals Dramatic App State Win
23 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Jaquari Lewis powered Appalachian State with 175 rushing yards and two touchdowns.
- Colton Phares' late fumble recovery secured the 26-24 victory for Appalachian State.
- Marshall committed multiple fourth-quarter turnovers in their loss to App State.
Appalachian State secured a dramatic 26-24 victory over Marshall on Saturday, powered by a resilient second-half performance. Jaquari Lewis led the charge on the ground, accumulating 175 rushing yards and scoring two touchdowns. The momentum shifted significantly after a mid-second quarter deficit, with key offensive drives closing the gap.
Marshall held a slim lead late in the game, but a series of costly errors proved decisive. The Thundering Herd's offensive drives in the fourth quarter resulted in a missed field goal, a punt, and ultimately, back-to-back fumbles. It was one of these late turnovers that gave Appalachian State the opportunity to secure the win.
With less than a minute remaining, Colton Phares forced and recovered a fumble, preserving the Appalachian State lead and sealing the thrilling comeback. This defensive effort capped a strong performance from the Mountaineers, who improved their record with the hard-fought win.
