Miami fans:
I understand your posts here. I would probably feel the same way.
At the risk of getting flamed, let me offer another view. I have been an App. State season ticket holder for many years.
This year is App. State's first year of bowl eligibility (although we did play some bowl games in the 1930s & 40s). It is a program with a long history of football success. We know how to win football games. With 2 games to go this year in the Sunbelt Conf., we are 7 - 2 overall. In 2nd place in Sunbelt standings right now. Yes, App. State was Div. I-AA (which became FCS) until 2013, when it announced it would move up to FBS and joined the Sunbelt Conf. in 2014. BTW, the main difference between an FBS team & a FCS team is 22 scholarships - basically a practice squad on both sides of the ball. FCS teams get 63 schollies mas, FBS teams get 85 schollies. FTR, App. never was Div. 2, which I understand means zero schollies.
One of our losses this year was that we lost to Clemson 41 - 10. But, we hung with the Tigers through 3 quarters. They scored 28 points on short fields in the 2nd qtr. (3 interceptions).
App. won 3 national titles as FCS in 2005, 2006, and 2007. I was at those games, and all the playoff games, except one. I was also at the Michigan game. Yes, that was something else, but I can tell you the nat'l titles were better.
In short, App. State has a tradition of winning football. Just like Miami. Now, I'm am not saying App will win the game against Miami next year. But, I can tell you App will bring a good game. The stadium will be rocking. It will be SRO; no question; I would guess it could be 35k and maybe more, in a stadium with only 24k seats. And, I hope Miami brings its best game. I am certain the best team will win. It could be App.
For any Canes fans that make the trip to Boone, I can tell you you will be welcome to any tailgate you care to visit. Wear your colors. There are some great restaurants for after the game. The mountains of western North Carolina are worth a day or two extra. One more thought, although the game is in Sept., it is not unheard of to have snow that time of year. Bring some warm clothes.
Should be fun. Good luck. I hope you enjoy everything about the Boone area, except the final score. Safe travels.