North Carolina State Wolfpack: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Sources confirm NC State is expected to hire Philip Rivers as the next head football coach of the Wolfpack

The NC State Wolfpack have been searching for their next head coach since Oct. 24, and the program has landed on a familiar face. Here is what we know about the deal and the question that comes with it.

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NC State reportedly finalizing deal to name Philip Rivers next head coach

Rivers was the quarterback at NC State from 2000 to 2003, throwing 95 touchdowns and leading the Wolfpack to one of the most successful four-year stretches in program history.

The 'Last 3-TD playoff game by NFL team' quiz

College Football News / Yardbarker / November 7

Duke's Nate Sheppard strengthens Heisman case against NC State

Duke's Nate Sheppard strengthens Heisman case after performance against NC State

The Heisman Trophy ceremony is 35 days away, and Sheppard could receive an invitation.

Nate Sheppard makes program history as Duke blasts NC State

Duke's Manny Diaz not taking the bait regarding Florida State opening

The 'ACC football championship winners' quiz

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / Yardbarker / November 4

Philip Rivers to meet with 'entire NC State brass' after Russell Wilson interviewed

Philip Rivers set to meet with 'entire NC State brass' after Russell Wilson interviewed for head-coaching job

Philip Rivers and Russell Wilson once competed as NFL quarterbacks. They may now be contending for the same job.

Philip Rivers addresses rumors linking him to NC State coach job

Former NC State star Russell Wilson interviews for Wolfpack head-coaching job

NC State head coach Philip Rivers? 5 reasons why we need it to happen

The 'All-time passing-TD leaders' quiz

Former NC State star Russell Wilson interviews for Wolfpack head-coaching job

Wilson began his college career with the Wolfpack, spending three seasons (2008-2010) with the program before transferring to Wisconsin.

NC State head coach Philip Rivers? 5 reasons why we need it to happen

The 'Oldest 4,000-passing-yard seasons' quiz

Justin Gainey News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / November 1

NC State Basketball Preview: A New Era of Wolfpack Hoops Begins On Monday

NC State Head Coach Justin Gainey returns to the program after having played for the Wolfpack in’96-’00 under former coach Herb Sendek. Gainey appeared in 128 games during his career, making 103 starts.

Philip Rivers News / Yardbarker / November 2

NC State head coach Philip Rivers? 5 reasons why we need it to happen

The NC State Wolfpack need a head coach, and they're reportedly targeting an all-time program great for the role.

Report: Rivers in talks for NC State coaching job

Rivers on NC State opening: 'I understand the chatter'

NC State shows off new look with 31-10 victory over Cal

USC reportedly has Kalen DeBoer in mind for potential coaching change

North Carolina staffers had no idea about Bill Belichick’s breakup

Dave Doeren News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / October 28

Dave Doeren's Final Address On His Way Out

NC State granted Dave Doeren, its former and winningest football coach in program history, the rare occasion to address the media. This may seem odd,

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / Total Pro Sports / October 26

Philip Rivers 'In The Mix' For Big-Time Head Coaching Job

Philip Rivers is currently the head football coach at St. Michael Catholic High School in Fairhope, Alabama. These days might be ending soon, as a bigger job might be calling his name.

Philip Rivers News / Yardbarker / October 26

Philip Rivers emerges as candidate for college football coaching job

Rivers played nearly 20 seasons in the NFL.

The 'NFL players drafted by a team other than the one they're known for' quiz

Dave Doeren News / EasySportz / October 24

NC State Fires Dave Doeren After 14 Seasons With the Wolfpack

The NC State Wolfpack have fired head football coach Dave Doeren, ending his 14-season tenure with the program following a disappointing start to the 2026 campaign.

College Football News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / October 16

Revisiting 5 Bold Preseason Predictions for NC State Football in 2026

State fans have gone on a tumultuous ride with the Wolfpack this season. A 3-3 record through the first six games of the season is not what anyone expected.

Harvey Dyson News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / October 7

The Play That Might Have Saved NC State's Football Season

The Wolfpack were headed for another epic fourth-quarter collapse before Harvey Dyson flipped the energy back to NC State. Dyson registered 3 tackles,

CJ Bailey News / Larry Brown Sports / September 19

NC State QB CJ Bailey commits unreal blunder to lose game to Vanderbilt

North Carolina State gave a new meaning to snatching defeat from the jaws of victory this weekend. The Wolfpack played on Saturday against Vanderbilt. In the final seconds of the fourth quarter at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., NC State was clinging to a 31-28 lead and had possession of the ball deep in their own territory.

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 19

NC State's collapse at Vandy enters pantheon of painful losses

NC State's inexplicable collapse at Vandy enters pantheon of painful Wolfpack losses

On Saturday, the Wolfpack were at the epicenter of one of the most inexplicable losses in modern college football history.

NC State QB CJ Bailey commits unreal blunder to lose game to Vanderbilt

QB Michael Hawkins carries West Virginia to upset of No. 25 Virginia

Braden Pegan scores two TDs, No. 17 Utah rolls past Utah State

No. 5 Miami survives sluggish second half to beat Wake Forest

Darian Mensah sets ACC, Miami records against Wake Forest

Jared Curtis News / Yardbarker / September 15

Vanderbilt turning to Curtis ahead of power conference matchup

Vanderbilt turning to true freshman Jared Curtis ahead of power conference matchup

Vanderbilt's future begins in Week 3.

Vanderbilt QB Jared Curtis to start vs. North Carolina State

Jared Curtis takes charge as Vanderbilt surges past Delaware

The 'College football color teams' quiz

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / EasySportz / September 11

NC State Dominates Richmond 73-0 in Statement Victory

NC State needed a bounce-back performance, and the Wolfpack delivered one of the most dominant performances of the season Friday night. NC State completely overwhelmed Richmond, cruising to a 73-0 victory and giving the Wolfpack a much needed confidence boost.

Beau Pribula News / Yardbarker / August 30

Virginia no longer a sleeper after statement win over NC State

Head coach Tony Elliott's team took control from the first whistle.

Top performers from CFB Week 0: USC's Jayden Maiava joins elite company, and Virginia's Beau Pribula surprises

Beau Pribula shines in Virginia debut as Cavaliers thump NC State

The 'College football color teams' quiz

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / Yardbarker / July 15

Bold NC State talk isn't unwarranted heading into 2026 season

NC State Wolfpack head coach Dave Doeren and quarterback CJ Bailey talked big on the first day of ACC media days. The team might just be able to back them up.

QB Darian Mensah discusses how success of Cam Ward, Carson Beck persuaded him to transfer to Miami

Alabama flips three-star WR Cedrick Simmons from Auburn

Michigan AD Warde Manuel dismisses job security questions as social media speculation, but that doesn't distract from unflattering report

The 'College nicknames that don't end in s' quiz

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / Yardbarker / April 24

KC Concepcion explains why he's excited to play with' Shedeur Sanders

KC Concepcion explains why he's excited to play with Browns' Shedeur Sanders

The Cleveland Browns aced the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft by addressing their two main needs: A new left tackle and a wide receiver.

Browns make eye-opening Shedeur Sanders decision in camp

Five most head-scratching picks in first round of 2026 NFL Draft

Winners, losers from first round of 2026 NFL Draft: Giants rock it, Steelers blow it

The 'Last debut starter to win by NFL team' quiz

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / Yardbarker / March 27

Five candidates to replace Will Wade as NC State's head coach

Will Wade is headed back to LSU after one season as the men's basketball head coach at NC State. The Wolfpack went 20-14 overall this past campaign and fell in the First Four of the 2026 NCAA Tournament to fellow No. 11 seed Texas.

Will Wade sends farewell message to NC State after LSU return

LSU, Will Wade reunion shows much has changed in college athletics since controversial previous exit

NC State AD Boo Corrigan uses Philip Rivers quote to throw shade at Will Wade after HC's exit

Jay Bilas points out NCAA issue as Will Wade heads back to LSU

The 'Men's Final Fours since 2000' quiz

Jay Bilas News / Larry Brown Sports / March 26

Jay Bilas points out NCAA issue as Will Wade heads back to LSU

The college basketball coaching carousel is spinning out of control, and it continued on Thursday with reports that Will Wade is expected to return to LSU.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / March 26

LSU, Wade reunion shows much has changed in college athletics since controversial previous exit

LSU, Will Wade reunion shows much has changed in college athletics since controversial previous exit

Wade coached at LSU from 2017-22 and was a key figure in an NCAA recruiting scandal that resulted in the arrests of four assistant coaches.

The 'Men's Final Fours since 2000' quiz

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / Yardbarker / March 19

49ers hosting Texas A&M star wideout for top-30 visit

The San Francisco 49ers will host Texas A&M standout wide receiver KC Concepcion for a top-30 visit, college football analyst Ryan Fowler reported Thursday. The top-30 visit could signal San Francisco has serious interest in drafting the electric wideout.

NFL Draft intel: Miami’s Jaylen Waddle replacement, Fernando Mendoza’s big issue, Jets’ dilemma

Cameron Heyward opens up about Connor Heyward leaving Steelers for Raiders

The 'TD-catch leaders by NFL team' quiz