N.C. State vs. East Carolina - December 28, 2024

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FinalDec 28

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Standings

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Teams

Pirates logo, Pirates 8-5, 1ST 7, 2ND 6, 3RD 7, 4TH 6, TOT 26

Wolfpack logo, Wolfpack 6-7, 1ST 0, 2ND 7, 3RD 0, 4TH 14, TOT 21

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7:19[4th & 4 @ NCST 6] N.Perez 24 yard field goal attempt is good, Center-A.Harper, Holder-L.Larsen.

4:43N.Perez extra point is good.

4:49[3rd & 6 @ NCST 19] K.Houser rushed for 19 yards. TOUCHDOWN.

What's Buzzing

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NC State's relationship with the military go all the way back to 1887 when the school was founded. https://t.co/Mr7xy092Jb

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NC State unveiled its Wolfpack Warriors uniforms, which will be worn against Richmond on September 11th. 🇺🇸🐺 But these aren't simply camo alternate uniforms. We do a DEEP DIVE into NC State's military history. https://t.co/QNMs9R25Ac

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KaTron Evans is eligible to play, for nowYour best source for quality N.C. State Wolfpack news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Versatile defensive lineman plots course to ECUdescription

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It’s a legacy year for CJ BaileyYour best source for quality N.C. State Wolfpack news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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CFB AP Top 25 Predictions 🔮Latest picks after release of first coaches poll 📲

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Experts React to CFB Coaches PollTap for best reactions from Tuesday's release 📲

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First CFB Coaches Poll 🔢Ohio State opens as No. 1 in preseason rankings 📲

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Southern Durham running back flips to PiratesKamari Holloway gave a verbal commitment to Temple University in mid-June because he thought East Carolina was going to sign just one running back in the recruiting Class of 2027. But once Holloway learned that wasn't the case, he quickly altered his decision and remained in his home state to play college football.

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Top 25 CFB Coach's Poll Predictions 🔮Latest picks before Tuesday's poll drop 📲

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CJ Bailey fourth in ACC pre-season Player of the Year votingYour best source for quality N.C. State Wolfpack news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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NC State picked to finish seventh in ACCYour best source for quality N.C. State Wolfpack news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Looking at NC State’s conference schedule based on SP+ projectionsYour best source for quality N.C. State Wolfpack news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Fleet footed QB destined for new role at ECUPage Wofford had been around Xavier Means for about three years, but was still unsure how good the 6-foot-1, 170-pound quarterback could be entering the 2026 football season at Northwestern High School in Rock Hill, S.C. "We didn't know what we would have," said Wofford, Northwestern's veteran head coach.

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Recapping NC State’s 2026 ACC KickoffYour best source for quality N.C. State Wolfpack news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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ACC's New Championship Game TiebreakerDifferent system put in place after Duke-Miami controversy last year

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CJ2K Brings Back Ice Bucket ChallengeFormer Titans RB looking to raise awareness after ALS diagnosis See his post here 📲

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CFB 27's Top 10 by ConferenceHighest-rated players from Big Ten, SEC and ACC 📲

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FBS Committee Proposes Changes to Transfer PortalFull details on proposal inside 📲

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ESPN publication slights Pirates, AmericanMy wife looks for football preseason magazines when she's at the grocery store this time of year. One of her recent acquisitions was ESPN's College Football Preview. Let this serve as a warning - don't invest $14.99 on this edition if you're looking for anything on East Carolina.

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NC State adds BU transfer guard Audrey EricksenYour best source for quality N.C. State Wolfpack news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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More NC State Football Kickoff Times ReleasedNC State now has kickoff times and TV details for Richmond, Vanderbilt and Stanford.

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NC State Lands Elite KickerTop-ranked 2027 kicker Moses Barker commits to NC State.

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One run earns Pirates the American's lone bidThe importance of winning the American Conference tournament in terms of getting into the NCAA field was underscored with the selection announcements on ESPN2 on Monday. East Carolina topped Texas-San Antonio, 1-0, on Sunday for the league's automatic berth. The Roadrunners were on the outside looking in when the bids were revealed.

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NC State Recruiting SurgeNC State's 2027 class climbs into Top-30 nationally.

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Historic Commitment for NC StateKJ Caldwell becomes one of highest-rated NC State commits ever.

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NC State Lands Massive CommitmentNC State lands elite 4-star safety KJ Caldwell.

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NC State Lands Ohio OL3-star OT Conner Rutherford commits to NC State.

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NC State Lands JUCO CBJUCO CB Dy'Lan Johnson commits to NC State.

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Bid on Wolfpack Memorabilia: Tickets, Doeren Signed Ball & SignedNC State fans, here's your chance to score some serious Wolfpack memorabilia while supporting an incredible cause, all before the clock runs out tomorrow. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Tom Livolsi (@wolfpacktom) The Visionaries of the Year Triangle 26 (VOY Triangle 26) campaign, powered by Blood

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NC State Schedule UpdatedNC State finalizes dates for Stanford, Cal and Duke games.

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NC State's 2026 home-opener moved up to FridayYour best source for quality N.C. State Wolfpack news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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LaRosa Opens Up on NC StateNC State commit Julius LaRosa III discusses his decision.

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NC State Class Surges AgainNC State's 2027 class climbs to No. 31 nationally.

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Tre Warren III Commits2027 OL Tre Warren III commits to NC State.

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NC State Class SurgingNC State's 2027 class climbs to No. 36 nationally.

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Jadell Carter Commits2027 EDGE Jadell Carter commits to NC State.

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ACC Commish Backs CFP ExpansionJim Phillips says 24-team playoff bracket will bring 'hope' to schools

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NC State Class Climbs RankingsNC State's 2027 class ranks No. 40 nationally after latest commitment.

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LaRosa Commits to NC State2027 DL Julius LaRosa commits to NC State.

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Jake Godfree Commits2027 LB Jake Godfree commits to NC State.

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Mathis Visiting NC State2027 OL Carter Mathis visiting NC State this weekend.

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Hall Visiting NC State2027 TE Mason Hall visiting NC State this weekend.

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Godfree Visiting NC State2027 LB Jake Godfree visiting NC State this weekend.

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Carter Visiting NC State2027 EDGE Jadell Carter visiting NC State this weekend.

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Johnson Visiting NC State4-star OT Kal-El Johnson visiting NC State this weekend.

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Buchanan Visiting NC State4-star OL Kaden Buchanan visiting NC State this weekend.

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Larosa Visiting NC State2027 DL Julius Larosa visiting NC State this weekend.

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Johnson Visiting NC State2027 EDGE Alex Johnson visiting NC State this weekend.

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NC State Offseason Ranked 10thESPN ranks NC State 10th in ACC offseason rankings.

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Kamba Visiting NC State4-star DT Nate Kamba visiting NC State this weekend.

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Mallard Visiting NC StateTop OL target Kyson Mallard on campus this weekend.

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Freeman on Choosing NC StateNC State commit Christian Freeman explains why he chose the Wolfpack.

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Russell Wilson Eyeing TV MoveReport: Russell Wilson exploring TV career, signaling possible retirement.

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Cleveland Signs Rookie DealNC State DT Brandon Cleveland signs 4-year deal with Raiders.

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Dante Daniels Drafted No. 10NC State tight end Dante Daniels selected No. 10 overall by Winnipeg in CFL Draft.

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NC State NFL Draft StreakNC State leads North Carolina schools with 11 straight years of NFL Draft picks.

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Devon Marshall Scouting ReportFull breakdown of Jags' undrafted CB 📲

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Sean Brown Signs with TitansNC State linebacker Sean Brown signs UDFA deal with the Tennessee Titans after injury-shortened season.

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Sabastian Harsh Signs with TexansNC State defensive end Sabastian Harsh signs UDFA deal with the Houston Texans.

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Devon Marshall Signs with JaguarsNC State cornerback Devon Marshall signs UDFA deal with the Jacksonville Jaguars after elite 2025 season.

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Caden Fordham Signs with BuccaneersNC State linebacker Caden Fordham signs UDFA deal with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after a huge season.

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Cian Slone Signs with RaidersNC State EDGE Cian Slone signs with the Las Vegas Raiders as an undrafted free agent.

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Wesley Grimes Signs with 49ersNC State wide receiver Wesley Grimes signs with the 49ers as an undrafted free agent.

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Justin Joly drafted by Broncos, Brandon Cleveland headed to RaidersYour best source for quality N.C. State Wolfpack news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Justin Joly Drafted by BroncosNC State tight end Justin Joly was selected by the Denver Broncos in the 5th round of the NFL Draft.

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Brandon Cleveland Drafted by RaidersNC State defensive tackle Brandon Cleveland was selected by the Raiders in the 7th round of the NFL Draft.

Raiders Draft NC State DT

Las Vegas Raiders

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@Raiders

Pressure starts here. We have selected Brandon Cleveland with the 229th pick. 📺 ESPN

Cowboys Draft East Carolina WR

Dallas Cowboys

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Alright now, Anthony ⭐️ @GlobalAnt_26 | @ECUPiratesFB #CowboysDraft | @Fanatics

Broncos Draft NC State TE

📋 Justin Joly (No. 152 overall) ⭐ Pro comp: Isaiah Likely 🎥 See why he was First-Team All-ACC

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AJ Randle Visiting NC State4-star linebacker AJ Randle has scheduled an official visit to NC State.

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NC State NFL Draft Big Board RankingsWhere NC State players rank on Mel Kiper Jr.’s 2026 NFL Draft Big Board.

Bleacher Report•4mo

Top Future NFL Draft Prospects to Watch in 2026 👀Assessing the next group of players who look prime to make it to the next level ➡️

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Junior Saunders Visiting NC State4-star OT Junior Saunders will visit NC State in May.

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NC State Cancels 2027 Game at Texas TechNC State drops its 2027 matchup with Texas Tech due to ACC scheduling changes.

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NC State cancels 2027 football game at Texas TechYour best source for quality N.C. State Wolfpack news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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NCAA FBS Proposes New ScheduleOversight Committee recommended standardizing start date for all CFB teams at Week 0

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CFP Reveals Updated Logo 👌College Football Playoff drops 'refreshed' look with 'championship gold' details 📸

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NC State's Mr. Wuf is Barstool's 2025 ACC Mascot Madness ChampionBarstool allowed the fans to vote to determine the best mascot in the ACC in their 2025 Mascot Madness competition, and NC State's Mr. Wuf took home the title.

Bleacher Report•4mo

Oregon Lands 4-Star EDGERashad Streets picks Ducks live over Alabama, Ohio State and NC State

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Wild CFB Private Jet Expenses ✈️Alabama, Nebraska and Michigan all spent over $1M on private travel in 2025 (FOS)

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NC State AD Shades Wade 😒Boo Corrigan quotes Philip Rivers

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NCAA Eyeing Early CFB StartCommittee 'moving toward' making all teams begin season during Week 0 (The Athletic)

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Draft Prospects Who Will Go Higher Than Expected 📈Why Justin Joly is a player to watch for in the draft 👀

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2026 CFB Rule Changes 📜Committee announces new rules and penalties around targeting, uniforms and more 📲

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NC State Win Total Set at 6.5 for 2026NC State's 2026 win total is set at 6.5 with +2700 odds to win the ACC Championship.

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NC State WR Teddy Hoffmann Suspended for 2026 SeasonNC State wide receiver Teddy Hoffmann will miss the 2026 season after testing positive for a performance-enhancing substance.

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NC State draws No. 11 seed, rematch with Texas in DaytonYour best source for quality N.C. State Wolfpack news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Bradley Chubb Signs With Buffalo BillsFormer NC State star Bradley Chubb signs a 3-year, $43.5 million contract with the Buffalo Bills.

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NC State is on Dayton-watchYour best source for quality N.C. State Wolfpack news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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CJ Bailey Ranked No. 2 QB for 2026 SeasonNC State quarterback CJ Bailey was ranked No. 2 in CBS Sports' early 2026 preseason quarterback rankings after a breakout sophomore season.

Bleacher Report•5mo

Way-Too-Early College Football Upset Picks for 2026

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Drake Thomas Signs New Seahawks DealFormer NC State linebacker Drake Thomas signed a two-year $8 million contract with the Seattle Seahawks after a breakout Super Bowl-winning season.

Bleacher Report•5mo

Lou Holtz Dies at 89College football legend won national championship with Notre Dame in 1988

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NC State Players Add Major Size Ahead of 2026 SeasonSeveral NC State football players added major size heading into spring practice, including Adrian Farrow (+20 lbs) and Je'rel Bolder (+17 lbs).

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NC State Spring Roster RevealedNC State unveils updated spring football roster, including returning player number changes and jersey assignments for the 2026 recruiting and transfer classes.

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Game thread: Duke vs. NC StateYour best source for quality N.C. State Wolfpack news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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NFL Prospect Addresses StutterKC Concepcion posts inspiring message after online hate

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NFL Combine Day 4 Recap 🔥💫 Spencer Fano shines 💪 Markell Bell crushes 40 📲 Tap for results

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Top 25 QBs For 2026 🔢How the nation's best signal-callers stack up going into the spring ➡️

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NC State's 652 All-Time Wins Rank 53rd NationallyNC State enters 2026 with 652 all-time wins (53rd nationally) and is tied for 14th-most wins among FBS programs without a national championship.

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CFB Transfer Players to Watch 👀Top players to keep an eye on this spring after changing teams 📲

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Rivers' Son Picks NC State4-star QB chooses father's alma mater over Auburn, Georgia and others (Rivals)

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NCAA May Change Targeting RuleCommittee could propose to remove 'carryover suspension part of the punishment' (The Athletic)

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NC State Among 22 Programs with 5+ CFP Top-25 FinishesSince 2014, NC State has finished in the Final College Football Playoff Top-25 five times. Only 22 programs nationally have accomplished that feat.

Bleacher Report•6mo

The Case for 24-Team CFP Plan 🏆Why the Big Ten's expansion proposal has merit ➡️

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NC State's loss at Duke adds to its struggles against top-50 teamsYour best source for quality N.C. State Wolfpack news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Bradley Chubb Released by DolphinsThe Miami Dolphins have released former NC State All-American Bradley Chubb. The 2-time Pro Bowler has 48 career sacks and remains one of the top pass rushers available.

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NC State Football Now at 98 Scholarships After Three 2026 AdditionsSince our last 2026 scholarship breakdown, NC State has added three more players to the roster: two via the Transfer Portal and one from the prep ranks.

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NC State's 2026 Transfer Portal Class Ranked Top-50 NationallyNC State has added 20 players through the Transfer Portal for 2026. 247Sports ranks the class No. 44 nationally and 9th in the ACC.

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NC State Lands 6'9" OT Jai'Lun Hampton from UT MartinUT Martin offensive tackle Jai'Lun Hampton (6'9", 335) is transferring to NC State. The experienced left tackle brings All-Conference honors and one year of eligibility remaining.

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Former 4-Star QB Tad Hudson Transfers to NC StateFormer 4-star quarterback Tad Hudson is transferring to NC State after two seasons at Coastal Carolina. The Wolfpack add experienced depth behind CJ Bailey heading into 2026.

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NC State Linebackers Rank Top-10 Nationally in NFL Production (2021-2025)Over the last five NFL seasons, former NC State linebackers rank 9th nationally in total NFL production. A look at the numbers behind Germaine Pratt, Bradley Chubb, Payton Wilson, Drake Thomas and more.

Bleacher Report•6mo

Players You'll Love in 2026 😍15 guys who'll get increased shine next season ➡️

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NC State's Justin Joly, Brandon Cleveland Headed to 2026 NFL CombineNC State's Justin Joly and Brandon Cleveland have been invited to the 2026 NFL Combine in Indianapolis. Joly set school records at tight end, while Cleveland brings NFL size to the defensive line.

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Underclassmen Eyeing 2026 Heisman 🏆Notre Dame's CJ Carr, more young guys with a legitimate shot at the trophy ➡️

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Dave Doeren Is Top-10 Nationally in Career Wins Among Active CoachesNC State head coach Dave Doeren ranks 10th among active FBS coaches with 118 career wins and is the winningest coach in program history.

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NC State Ties for 2nd in ACC Attendance Percentage in 2025NC State tied for second in the ACC with a 100% attendance percentage during the 2025 football season and extended its program-record sellout streak to 27 straight home games.

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NC State Hosting UT Martin OT Jai'Lun Hampton on Official VisitNC State will host UT Martin offensive tackle Jai'Lun Hampton on an official visit. The 6'9", 335-pound lineman started every game last season and has one year of eligibility remaining.

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NC State's Defensive Line Ranks 12th Nationally in NFL ProductionOver the last five NFL seasons, NC State ranks 12th nationally in defensive line production, with eight former Wolfpack linemen contributing across the league.

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NC State, South Carolina Cancel Future Football SeriesNC State and South Carolina have canceled their future home-and-home football series as conference schedules move to nine games, forcing NC State to search for a new Power 4 opponent in 2030.

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Drake Thomas Is a Super Bowl ChampionFormer NC State linebacker Drake Thomas won Super Bowl 60 with the Seahawks after an incredible rise from undrafted free agent to defensive starter.

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How Many NC State Players Have Won a Super Bowl?NC State has sent 39 former players to the Super Bowl, with three Wolfpack alumni playing in Super Bowl 60. How many former NC State players have won a Super Bowl?

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Torry Holt Snubbed Again - The Numbers Say the Hall Is WrongTorry Holt was denied the Hall of Fame for the 7th time, despite leading the NFL in yards and receptions during the 2000s. The numbers make the case.

Bleacher Report•6mo

Top 2027 Recruiting Classes 📈An early look at the next recruiting cycle ➡️

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Joe Thuney Wins Inaugural NFL Protector of the Year AwardFormer NC State All-American Joe Thuney won the inaugural NFL Protector of the Year Award after a dominant season anchoring the Bears' offensive line.

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How Many NC State Players Have Ever Played in the Super BowlExplore the full list of former NC State players who have reached the Super Bowl - plus the three Wolfpack alums playing in Super Bowl 60.

Bleacher Report•6mo

Post-Recruiting Cycle Top 25 📊Reshuffling the national landscape after national signing day ➡️

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Former NC State QB Lex Thomas Transfers to Western CarolinaFormer NC State quarterback Lex Thomas will continue his career at Western Carolina after two seasons with the Wolfpack. The Wake Forest native has two years of eligibility remaining.

Bleacher Report•6mo

CFP Schedule Changes 🗓️Lane Kiffin isn't a fan. Tap for details 📲

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NC State Announces Defensive Staff ChangesNC State announces coaching staff changes as Charley Wiles moves into a Director of High School Relations role, prompting shifts across the defensive staff.

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Biggest NSD Storylines ✍️Top recruiting, transfer topics before this week's National Signing Day ➡️

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National Signing Day 2026 Tracker and Updates on Notable College Football Commits

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Full Senior Bowl 2026 ResultsProspects who boosted draft stock at showcase

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NC State Has Produced 15 Pro Bowl Players - And the List Keeps GrowingNC State football continues to make its mark in the NFL. With Joe Thuney earning another Pro Bowl nod, the Wolfpack now has 15 former players who have reached the league's all-star game.

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NC State Adds 2026 EDGE Commit Damaad LewisThree-star EDGE Damaad Lewis commits to NC State after being released from his FSU NLI. The Wolfpack now sits at 27 commits in the 2026 class.

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Joe Thuney Finalist for NFL's First Protector of the Year AwardFormer NC State All-American Joe Thuney is a finalist for the NFL's first-ever Protector of the Year Award after another elite season in the trenches.

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Jimbo Fisher Says CJ Bailey Has No. 1 Overall Pick PotentialFormer FSU coach Jimbo Fisher says NC State QB CJ Bailey has the tools to become a No. 1 overall NFL Draft pick. High praise for the Wolfpack signal caller.

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NC State Football Roster Update: 95 Scholarships for 2026NC State added Miami transfers Raul Aguirre and Joshisa Trader, bringing the Wolfpack to 95 scholarship players for the 2026 season. Full roster breakdown and eligibility analysis.

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NC State 2026 Football Schedule Released: Full List + Key DatesNC State's 2026 football schedule is official. See the full slate, key ACC matchups, road games, and the historic season opener in Brazil.

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Miami WR Joshisa Trader Transfers to NC StateFormer four-star wide receiver Joshisa Trader is headed to NC State after two seasons at Miami. He reunites with QB CJ Bailey after starring together in high school.

www.backingthepack.com•7mo

NC State's 2026 football schedule releasedYour best source for quality N.C. State Wolfpack news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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NC State picks up Miami transfer linebacker Raul Aguirre Jr.Your best source for quality N.C. State Wolfpack news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Drake Thomas Helps Seahawks Reach Super BowlFormer NC State linebacker Drake Thomas helped lead the Seahawks to a Super Bowl berth after a win over the Rams. Thomas finished with six tackles and continues a breakout season in Seattle.

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NC State Interested in Miami Transfer WR Joshisa TraderNC State is showing interest in Miami transfer wide receiver Joshisa Trader. The former four-star recruit played with CJ Bailey in high school and has two years of eligibility remaining.

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Miami LB Raul Aguirre Transfers to NC StateNC State lands Miami linebacker Raul Aguirre out of the transfer portal. The former four-star recruit posted 43 tackles in 2025 and brings immediate experience to the Wolfpack defense.

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Two Former NC State Players Headed to the Super BowlFormer NC State standouts Garrett Bradbury and Cory Durden helped lead the Patriots to a win over Denver, sending them to the Super Bowl. See the full list of Wolfpack Super Bowl players.

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CJ Bailey Earns Top-100 Ranking in ON3's 2026 ListNC State quarterback CJ Bailey was ranked No. 90 overall in ON3's Way-Too-Early Top 100 for 2026. Bailey is the No. 2 QB in the ACC and coming off a historic season.

www.backingthepack.com•7mo

Game thread: NC State vs. PittsburghGo Pack!

Bleacher Report•7mo

CFP Staying at 12 Teams ↔️Current format expected to stay in place for next season (Yahoo)

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Philip Rivers Interviews for Buffalo Bills Head Coaching JobFormer NC State quarterback Philip Rivers has interviewed for the Buffalo Bills head coaching job. Here's what the Bills said, why the move would be unprecedented, and what it could mean for Rivers' future in football.