Smack Talk: Why NC State Should Shut Up

It seems the North Carolina State Wolfpack have worked themselves into a frenzy over their rematch with the South Carolina Gamecocks.  In an unprecedented move by a Tom O’Brien coached team, several members of the Wolfpack have been running their mouths concerning Thursday’s game.  On top of that, the trite and clichéd “white out” is planned for the student section—with NC State officials offering free shirts to any student headed to the game.  O’Brien has been quoted as saying, "This is a great opportunity for us to play the first game of the season on national television.  It is certainly the buzz around town right now.  For the players, this is a special treat. They look forward to this opportunity to give everyone an indication of where we are in our program, playing against a great team like South Carolina. It will be a great test of our team." Uh, Coach?  This is the University of South Carolina...