Appalachian State running back Jalin Moore transitioned into his collegiate career as an unranked prospect who held four scholarship offers. The Mountaineers provided the only opportunity at an FBS program.
Moore had been second-string to 5,000-yard rusher Marcus Cox in his first season with the Sun Belt-leading program. But when Cox suffered a left leg injury against Miami and missed four games, Moore got his opportunity and burst onto the mid-major scene.
The North Carolina native finished with 1,402 rushing yards, five touchdowns and was awarded the conference player of the year. Georgia, which prepares to face Appalachian State in its season opener on Sept.