BOONE, N.C — Falling short means there is a chance to stand back up.

Marshall University now has that opportunity in its final football game of the regular season against Georgia Southern. At five wins apiece, both teams are in must-win situations for bowl eligibility.

The Thundering Herd fell 26-24 to Appalachian State on Saturday in a game best described by its misfortunes.

Marshall outgained the Mountaineers 438-276. It had more first downs, it had more rushing and passing yards, it had a better third-down conversion rate and it led time of possession.

It also had a chance to win – driving past midfield before a fumble in the final drive literally turned it over to the hands of Appalachian State.

"When we had the first down on third-and-1 and ended with a fumble, we were probably i

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