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RALEIGH — NC State dropped its second game of the ACC schedule to No. 21 Virginia, as the Cavaliers went into the Lenovo Center and blitzed the Wolfpack 76-61.

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NC State LT Darion Rivers Enters the Transfer Portal

According to reports, NC State redshirt junior left tackle Jacarrius Peak has entered the NCAA transfer portal. This is a significant loss for the Wolfpack.

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North Carolina State Wolfpack News / ACC Digital Network / January 4

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How a Slow Start Doomed NC State Against Virginia

RALEIGH — NC State dropped the second game of ACC play at home to No. 21 Virginia, falling to 10-5 overall and 1-1 in the league. After showing improved urgency against Ole Miss and Wake Forest in the previous two wins, the Wolfpack looked sluggish at the start of Saturday’s loss.

CJ Bailey News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / January 3

The Impact of CJ Bailey's Return on NC State Football

NC State got some of the best news it could've hoped for on the second day of 2026. Talented quarterback CJ Bailey announced his intention to return for his junior season in Raleigh, silencing doubts over a potential exit from the young signal caller after a solid sophomore year.

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / Pack Insider / January 3

NC State Humbled by No. 21 Virginia in 76–61 Loss

NC State entered the game as a 3.5-point favorite over #21 Virginia today, but the Cavaliers humbled the Wolfpack mightily, cruising to a 76-61 victory in the Lenovo Center.

College Football News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / January 3

Could This Linebacker Be an Option for NC State?

RALEIGH — NC State's preparations for the 2026 season are well underway with the transfer portal opening up. The Wolfpack already retained star quarterback CJ Bailey for his junior season, but still has numerous holes on the defensive side of the field to fill, as many veterans ran out of eligibility after the win in the Gasparilla Bowl.

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / January 3

Wolfpack Eyes Statement Win as Virginia Comes to Raleigh

RALEIGH — After taking down Wake Forest to start the conference schedule with a win, NC State appears to have some momentum to push forward through league play.

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / Pack Insider / January 3

NC State vs. #21 Virginia: What the Experts Are Predicting

NC State and #21 Virginia will tipoff tomorrow morning at 11am in the Lenovo Center for the Wolfpack’s 2nd ACC game of the season. Who are the “experts” predicting will win?

NC State vs. #21 Virginia Odds, Lines, and Betting Trends

NC State (10-4) is currently a 3.5-point favorite against #21 Virginia (11-2) today in the Lenovo Center at 11a,. The Total is sitting at 155.5. NC State is 8-6 Against the Spread.

CJ Bailey News / Pack Insider / January 2

QB CJ Bailey Announces Return to NC State for 2026 Season

HOLY COW! Quarterback CJ Bailey announced today that he will be returning to NC State for his Junior season in 2026! With the Transfer Portal officially opening today, NC State fans had every reason to be nervous.

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / January 2

Why NC State Is Built for a Serious ACC Run

RALEIGH — Throughout the offseason and during the non-conference portion of the schedule, NC State women's basketball coach Wes Moore blamed himself for making such a difficult slate of games before the Wolfpack reached ACC play.

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / January 2

Small But Mighty: Zoe Brooks Propels Wolfpack to Win

RALEIGH — Zoe Brooks stands just 5-foot-10, but packs a much stronger punch than her height allows her to when she takes the court for NC State. Now in her junior season, the guard hit her stride in ACC play with the Wolfpack's latest win over Stanford, scoring 18 points and adding six assists and three rebounds.

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / January 2

How the Wolfpack Underwent a Midseason Defensive Makeover

RALEIGH — NC State women's basketball started 2026 with one of its best wins of the season, dismantling a two-loss Stanford team 74-46 in Reynolds Coliseum to continue a perfect start through conference play.

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / ACC Digital Network / January 1

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Wes Moore and the Wolfpack Ready for Stanford Matchup

RALEIGH — NC State women's basketball gets back in action on New Year's Day, welcoming the Stanford Cardinal to Reynolds Coliseum for the third matchup of the ACC conference schedule.

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / January 1

NC State Standing Out to Elite 2026 Power Forward

While most recent recruiting news about NC State basketball has focused on the 2027 recruiting class, the Wolfpack and head coach Will Wade are still keeping an eye on the 2026 class and remain in contention to land a few elite prospects.

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / December 31

What to Expect for Wolfpack Women's Basketball in January's First Week

RALEIGH — Unlike the men's program, NC State women's basketball already got ACC conference play underway, winning dominantly twice over Miami on the road and Georgia Tech in front of the Reynolds Coliseum crowd.

Torry Holt News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / December 31

NC State Icon Once Again a Pro Football Hall of Fame Finalist

RALEIGH — For the seventh time, former NC State wide receiver Torry Holt is a finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio. He is a member of a loaded list of finalists, including some others with connections to North Carolina, trying to become the latest former Wolfpack player to get a bust in Canton.

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / December 30

NC State Comes Up Short in Pursuit of Top Recruit

RALEIGH — While the primary focus for Will Wade remains getting the 2025-26 roster back on track in NC State's run through the ACC conference schedule, building for the future is still critical.

College Football News / Pack Insider / December 30

NC State Offensive PFF Grades vs. Memphis (Gasparilla Bowl)

NC State defeated Memphis 31-7 on December 19th down in Tampa. Here’s a PFF Grade Report for the Wolfpack Offense in the Gasparilla Bowl. Senior Tight

College Football News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / December 30

Breaking Down the Performance of the NC State Defensive Line

RALEIGH — NC State needed more pass rush. It was one of the first things coach Dave Doeren tasked his new defensive coordinator, DJ Eliot, with finding as he built the 2025 Wolfpack defense around his own scheme, different from what the Pack ran under longtime coordinator Tony Gibson.

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / December 29

How Cody Hardy Became So Valuable for NC State

RALEIGH — With Justin Joly lined up to return for the 2025 season, NC State didn't need to go shopping for another tight end. However, head coach Dave Doeren and tight ends coach Gavin Locklear agreed to bring in Cody Hardy from Elon for his only season as a power conference football player.