The football era began at Georgia State with a 41-7 victory over NAIA Shorter before 30,237 fans in the Georgia Dome on Thursday Sept. 2, 2010.
Quarterback Drew Little led the Panthers attack with a 13-of-17 performance and two passing touchdowns, while running back Parris Lee scored twice on the ground, including the first touchdown in program history.
The program's first-ever game capped a preparation period that began in April 2008, when it was first announced that the school would field a football team.
"I've never been more proud of a group of young men than I am of this group," said head coach Bill Curry.