BOONE, N.C. — Eight former Appalachian State football players are currently on NFL rosters.
Here's an update on how they're performing this season.
Ronald Blair, defensive end, San Francisco 49ers
In Blair's second game since returning from an injury, he forced a fumble, made four tackles (three solo) and picked up a career-high two sacks in San Francisco's victory over the New York Giants. In just two games, Blair has made seven tackles (five solo).
Daniel Kilgore, center, San Francisco 49ers
Dating back to 2016, Kilgore has started San Francisco's last 23 games at center, including all 10 of the 49ers' games this season.
Brian Quick, receiver, Washington Redskins
In Week 9, Quick made his first start for Washington in a 17-14 win at Seattle and hauled in three catches for 49 yards. His longest reception was a 31-yard catch.
Sam Martin, punter, Detroit Lions
Martin made his season debut in Week 8, punting three times for a 39.7-yard average. He has seven punts for a 37.7-yard average with two kicks falling inside the 20 this season.
Travaris Cadet, running back, Buffalo Bills
Cadet signed with the Buffalo Bills on Nov. 4 and is projected to serve primarily as a special teams returner.
Kendall Lamm, offensive tackle, Houston Texans
Lamm has appeared in six games this season, including a start in the Texans' opener and another start in Week 9 earlier this month.
Kennan Gilchrist, linebacker, Houston Texans
Gilchrist is a member of the Texans' practice squad.
Doug Middleton, safety, New York Jets
Middleton suffered a torn pectoral muscle during the preseason and is on the reserve/injured list.
Demetrius McCray, defensive back, Oakland Raiders
McCray collected one tackle in three games before suffering a knee injury. He was waived from injured reserve with a settlement, according to reports.
APPS IN THE CFL
Former App State quarterback Armanti Edwards and defensive back Ed Gainey will face each other in the Eastern Final of the CFL playoffs, with the winner advancing to the 105th Grey Cup.
Edwards is a standout receiver for the Toronto Argonauts, and Gainey is a standout defensive back for the Saskatchewan Roughriders. The Argonauts play host to the Roughriders on Sunday at 1 p.m. for a spot in the title game.
Edwards finished the regular season with 83 catches (ninth in the league) for 962 yards (15th in the league) and four touchdowns. Gainey leads the CFL with 10 interceptions, three more than the second-place total. He had a four-interception game early in the season.
