Bowl status on line for ASU, opponent

Arkansas State Coach Blake Anderson said there’s a playoff mentality to today’s game against Coastal Carolina. “We want to do everything we can in case a game drops and we back our way into the championship game,” Anderson said. “We want to make sure we’re bowl eligible and we don’t get left at home. Only way to do that is to win every week.” - Photo byJohn Sykes Jr.

Arkansas State University's seven consecutive bowl appearances are the longest active streak by a Sun Belt Conference team.

A win today at Coastal Carolina would make it eight, but the Red Wolves (5-4, 2-3) must do something they haven't done this season: Win a road conference game.

"It's playoff mentality, win or go home," said…