How to Watch App State vs. Coastal Carolina on DIRECTV: Kickoff Time, Channel and Streaming
App State visits Coastal Carolina on Friday, October 16, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. ET on ESPN2, which is channel 209 on DIRECTV. The Sun Belt game is at Benton Field at Brooks Stadium in Conway, South Carolina, with Jason Ross Jr. on play-by-play and Tyoka Jackson as the analyst.
App State comes in 3-2 (0-1 Sun Belt) after back-to-back losses, while Coastal Carolina is 2-4 (1-1 Sun Belt) after snapping a three-game skid with a win over Marshall. Coastal is dressing the night up as its annual “Wait ’Til You See This” ’90s theme game. Here’s how to watch App State-Coastal Carolina on DIRECTV, as of October 15, 2026.
App State vs. Coastal Carolina: date, time and channel
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | Friday, October 16, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 8:00 p.m. ET (7:00 p.m. CT) |
| Stadium | Benton Field at Brooks Stadium, Conway, South Carolina |
| Conference | Sun Belt |
| TV | ESPN2 |
| DIRECTV channel | 209 |
| Streaming | ESPN app or the DIRECTV app |
| Broadcast team | Jason Ross Jr., Tyoka Jackson |
| Records | App State 3-2 (0-1 Sun Belt); Coastal Carolina 2-4 (1-1 Sun Belt), through mid-October 2026 |
What channel is App State vs. Coastal Carolina on DIRECTV?
The game is on ESPN2, channel 209. ESPN2 is included starting with the DIRECTV ENTERTAINMENT package and is also part of the MySports Genre Pack. Tune in a few minutes early, or press Guide and search “Coastal Carolina” to set a recording.
| Network | DIRECTV channel | Starting package |
|---|---|---|
| ESPN2 | 209 | ENTERTAINMENT and up; also MySports Genre Pack |
| ESPN (other Friday games) | 206 | ENTERTAINMENT and up; also MySports Genre Pack |
Our guide to what channel ESPN is on DIRECTV covers the ESPN family channels, including 209 for ESPN2. The MySports Genre Pack is the sports-focused way to get it. Compare tiers in our DIRECTV package channel comparison, or call 1-855-690-9884 and we’ll confirm ESPN2 is in your lineup.
How to stream App State vs. Coastal Carolina
- ESPN app: the game streams live in the ESPN app. DIRECTV customers whose package includes ESPN can activate ESPN Unlimited at no extra cost; our guide to ESPN Unlimited for DIRECTV customers walks through setup.
- DIRECTV app: watch ESPN2 live on a phone, tablet or streaming device with your DIRECTV login.
How App State and Coastal Carolina got here
Results so far, from NCFootballNews and team schedules as of mid-October 2026:
| App State (3-2, 0-1 Sun Belt) | Coastal Carolina (2-4, 1-1 Sun Belt) |
|---|---|
| W 55-3 vs. Maine | L 24-31 at West Virginia |
| W 27-24 vs. East Carolina | W 45-7 vs. Fordham |
| W 26-21 vs. Charlotte | L 14-22 vs. Delaware |
| L 31-41 at NC State | L 17-34 at Liberty |
| L 3-10 vs. Old Dominion | L 24-31 vs. Georgia Southern |
| W 27-21 vs. Marshall |
Local help: DIRECTV channels for North Carolina and South Carolina.
App State vs. Coastal Carolina storylines
- Coastal’s ’90s night: Friday is Coastal’s annual “Wait ’Til You See This” game, with ’90s-inspired jerseys, decade music and a call for Teal Nation to dress in throwback gear, per Coastal Carolina Athletics’ Know Before You Go (October 14, 2026).
- Series has swung to Coastal: Appalachian State leads the all-time series 7-5, but Coastal has won the last four meetings and five of the last six, including 45-37 in Boone on October 18, 2025.
- App State needs a conference bounce-back: the Mountaineers opened Sun Belt play with a 10-3 home loss to Old Dominion and are 0-1 in league play after three nonconference wins.
- Coastal just got rolling again: the Chanticleers snapped a three-game slide with a 27-21 win over Marshall and sit 1-1 in the Sun Belt.
- Quarterback watch: App State QB Malachi Singleton was listed as questionable after an ankle issue against Old Dominion; Coastal’s Deuce Bailey leads the Sun Belt in touchdown passes through mid-October, per NCFootballNews.
Other college football on DIRECTV this weekend
Friday also has Washington at Purdue at 8 p.m. ET on FOX; our page on how to watch Washington vs. Purdue on DIRECTV has the details. For every Saturday game and channel, see the Week 7 college football TV schedule on DIRECTV.
Want ESPN2 and the rest of the college football lineup on one bill? Check DIRECTV options at your address or call 1-855-690-9884.
Frequently asked questions
What channel is App State vs. Coastal Carolina on DIRECTV?
App State vs. Coastal Carolina is on ESPN2, which is DIRECTV channel 209. ESPN2 is included starting with the ENTERTAINMENT package and in the MySports Genre Pack.
What time does App State vs. Coastal Carolina start?
Kickoff is 8:00 p.m. ET (7:00 p.m. CT) on Friday, October 16, 2026, at Benton Field at Brooks Stadium in Conway, South Carolina.
Can I stream App State vs. Coastal Carolina?
Yes. The game streams in the ESPN app, and DIRECTV customers with ESPN can activate ESPN Unlimited at no extra cost. You can also watch ESPN2 in the DIRECTV app with your login.
Who is calling App State vs. Coastal Carolina on ESPN2?
Jason Ross Jr. has play-by-play and Tyoka Jackson is the analyst, per ESPN’s Week 7 press release (October 12, 2026).
What are App State’s and Coastal Carolina’s records?
Through mid-October 2026, App State is 3-2 (0-1 Sun Belt) and Coastal Carolina is 2-4 (1-1 Sun Belt).
What is Coastal Carolina’s theme for this game?
Friday is Coastal’s annual “Wait ’Til You See This” night with a ’90s theme, special jerseys and decade music, according to Coastal Carolina Athletics (October 14, 2026).
Need help confirming ESPN2 is in your DIRECTV lineup before kickoff? Call 1-855-690-9884.
Details reviewed October 15, 2026 from the ESPN Press Room Week 7 college football TV schedule (October 12, 2026), Coastal Carolina Athletics Know Before You Go (October 14, 2026), NCFootballNews App State at Coastal Carolina game center, App State Athletics and Sun Belt schedule listings, and live AmericanTV.com channel guides. Records reflect games through mid-October 2026. Channel lineups, package contents, offers and prices vary by address and may change. Appalachian State, Coastal Carolina, the Sun Belt Conference, ESPN, ESPN2, DIRECTV and related marks belong to their respective owners. American TV is an independent dealer and resource site.