It wasn't all that long ago that Appalachian State was considered to be thin along the defensive line. In fact, just last summer the lack of experienced depth was one of the biggest concerns heading into the fall.

At the time, the Mountaineers were preparing to take the field without a defensive tackle that had game experience. The coaching staff showed no real concerns as redshirt freshmen Stephen Burns and Thomas Bronson had been impressive through spring practice and fall camp.

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