How to watch Maine vs Appalachian State: Live stream NCAA College Football, TV channel

Maine steps up to the FBS level Saturday when the Black Bears visit Appalachian State at Kidd Brewer Stadium in Boone, North Carolina, with kickoff set for 3:30 PM ET on ESPN+. It will be the first meeting between the programs since Appalachian State made the move to the FBS.

Aug 29, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Appalachian State Mountaineers running back Rashod Dubinion (7) runs around a block by Appalachian State Mountaineers offensive lineman Tyriq Poindexter (78) during the second quarter against the Charlotte 49ers at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

The Black Bears enter at 1-0 after opening their season with a 21-18 road victory over Towson. Eddie Buehler threw for 199 yards and two touchdowns, while Maine's defense helped preserve the win by keeping Towson out of the end zone in the fourth quarter. Now the Black Bears get their first opportunity of the season to test themselves against an FBS opponent.

Appalachian State will make its 2026 season debut as Dowell Loggains begins his second year leading the program. The Mountaineers are looking to rebound after back-to-back losing seasons and will unveil a significantly reworked roster in their home opener. Maine has actually won both previous meetings in the series, beating App State in the FCS playoffs in 2002 and 2011, adding some history to Saturday's matchup.

This is a great college football matchup that you will not want to miss; make sure to tune in and catch all the action.

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