Few new players for ASU

Appalachian State began the season last Saturday with one of its most experienced teams in recent memory.

Of the Mountaineers’ 11 starters on offense, none were making their first start. There were six first-time starters on defense – ends Jordan Gary and John Rizor, tackle Gordy Witte, linebackers Jeremy Kimbrough and Justin Wray, and cornerback Troy Sanders – but those six have played in a combined 95 games.

Only two true freshmen played in the season opener – tight end Trevor Sawyer and defensive back Patrick Blalock – along with two redshirt freshmen – Karl Anderson and Tony Washington. All played on special teams.

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