Three Starters Lead App State’s NFL Contingent in Week 11

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Appalachian State’s NFL presence stands at 10 former Mountaineers, headlined by the trio of starters Akeem Davis-Gaither, Sam Martin, and Ryan Neuzil who continue making significant contributions across the league.

Current NFL Mountaineers Roster

Active Contributors: Akeem Davis-Gaither (Arizona Cardinals), D’Marco Jackson (Chicago Bears), Kendall Lamm (Miami Dolphins), Nick Hampton (Los Angeles Rams), Sam Martin (Carolina Panthers), Ryan Neuzil (Atlanta Falcons)

Practice Squad: Tyrek Funderburk (Minnesota Vikings), Shemar Jean-Charles (Seattle Seahawks)

Injured Reserve: Cooper Hodges (Jacksonville Jaguars), Jalen McLeod (Jacksonville Jaguars)

Week 11 Performance Highlights

Sam Martin – Carolina Panthers (Starting Punter) Martin delivered a clutch special teams performance in Carolina’s 30-27 victory over Atlanta, executing three punts with two landing inside the 20-yard line and a long of 50 yards. He averaged 46.7 net punt yards while serving as holder on the game-winning field goal, providing critical contributions in the narrow victory.

Ryan Neuzil – Atlanta Falcons (Starting Center) Neuzil played every offensive snap at center against Carolina while recording a fumble recovery in the contest. His remarkable season continues with 577 consecutive offensive snaps without allowing a single sack, maintaining his flawless protection record and establishing himself as one of the league’s most reliable centers.

Akeem Davis-Gaither – Arizona Cardinals (Starting Linebacker) Davis-Gaither recorded four total tackles against San Francisco while playing 75% of defensive snaps plus nine special teams plays, continuing his consistent starting role for the Cardinals.

Nick Hampton – Los Angeles Rams (Outside Linebacker) Hampton contributed one tackle across eight defensive snaps and 17 special teams plays in the Rams’ narrow 21-19 victory over Seattle, demonstrating his value on special teams coverage units.

D’Marco Jackson – Chicago Bears (Linebacker) Jackson assisted on one special teams tackle in Chicago’s tight 19-17 victory over Minnesota, maintaining his core special teams role.

Kendall Lamm – Miami Dolphins (Offensive Line) Lamm participated in four special teams plays during Miami’s 16-13 victory over Washington, providing veteran depth and experience.

Developmental Pipeline and Recovery

Tyrek Funderburk continues with Minnesota after signing September 11. Shemar Jean-Charles remains on Seattle’s practice squad since late August.

Cooper Hodges progresses through rehabilitation on Jacksonville’s injured reserve from last season’s knee injury. Jalen McLeod recovers from his August lower-body injury with eligibility to return later this season.