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RALEIGH, N.C. -- Duke and NC State started the season with different levels of success, but both have had early success at the most important position in football: quarterback.

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Doeren's Early Thoughts Before Week 4 Matchup

RALEIGH, N.C. -- As he does every week, NC State head coach Dave Doeren already turned the page to the Wolfpack's next matchup. The Pack will face Duke on the road on Saturday in another matchup between 'Big Four' schools.

College Football News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / September 15

An Important Trend Continues For NC State Defense

RALEIGH, N.C. -- First-year defensive coordinator DJ Eliot worked hard to bring in players to fit his new look defense at North Carolina State. Some of the additions have been perfect fits with the Wolfpack, particularly linebacker Cian Slone and defensive end Sabastian Harsh.

College Football News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / September 14

What We Learned About NC State in Week 3

RALEIGH, N.C. -- Through three weeks in the 2024 season, NC State was 2-1 with wins over an FCS opponent and Louisiana Tech. So far in 2025, the Wolfpack is 3-0 with three wins over FBS opponents and two against ACC foes.

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Dave Doeren News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / September 14

Revisiting Doeren's Quotes After Week 3 Win

RALEIGH, N.C. -- The NC State Wolfpack moved to 3-0 for the first time since 2022 after a Thursday night win over Wake Forest in Winston-Salem. The team hung 34 points on the Demon Deacons and after allowing 24 in the first half, the Wolfpack held Wake Forest scoreless in the third and fourth quarters.

College Football News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / September 13

Late Call Makes Major Impact on NC State Defense

RALEIGH, N.C. -- The most important part of Thursday night for the North Carolina State Wolfpack was escaping Winston-Salem with a 34-24 win over Wake Forest.

College Football News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / September 13

Previewing the Saturday ACC Slate

The North Carolina State Wolfpack became the first team in the ACC to move to 3-0 in the 2025 season with a win over Wake Forest on Thursday night. NC State won't be the only undefeated ACC squad after the weekend however.

College Football News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / September 13

Unsung Position Group Shines Again For NC State

RALEIGH, N.C. -- In each of the three wins to start the season, North Carolina State improved its scoring output, with the most recent total being 34 in Thursday's victory over Wake Forest.

Dave Doeren News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / September 12

Dave Doeren’s Wolfpack Embraces Adversity at Wake Forest

Adversity. A tale as old as time. The biggest question athletes face day in and day out is how to respond to adversity. Whether it's through training or during a game, not every decision or play will be easy.

College Football News / Sporting News / September 12

NC State’s Dave Doeren praises CJ Bailey and Hollywood Smothers after comeback

NC State’s defense slams the door in second half as Wolfpack roll to 3-0 start.

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / September 12

Clutch Wolfpack Defensive Tackle Reacts After Week 3 Win

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. -- North Carolina State moved to 3-0 in the 2025 season with a 34-24 win over in-state rival Wake Forest at Allegacy Stadium. The standalone Thursday night game started poorly for the Wolfpack, as the team conceded an opening kick return touchdown and went down 14-0.

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / September 12

Dave Doeren's Immediate Thoughts After NC State Week 3 Win

College Football News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / September 11

Final Predictions for NC State - Wake Forest

RALEIGH, N.C. -- Short weeks are never easy. NC State head coach Dave Doeren and his Wolfpack squad faced a quick turnaround after a dramatic victory over Virginia on Saturday.

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College Football News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / September 11

Doeren's Most Important Thoughts Before Wake Forest Trip

RALEIGH, N.C. -- Dave Doeren and the NC State Wolfpack reached a 2-0 record for the first time since 2022 after a win over Virginia on Saturday. The team turned the page and began preparations for a 3-0 start with a matchup against Wake Forest on Thursday.

Wake Forest Demon Deacons News / Pack Insider / September 10

NC State will be Wearing Red-White-Red Uniform Combo Tomorrow at Wake Forest

NC State will be wearing Red helmets, White jerseys and Red pants tomorrow at Wake Forest in their first road game, which will also be their first ACC game.

College Football News / Last Word On Sports / September 10

Wake Forest’s First Test of the Season

ACC play starts Thursday night when North Carolina State travels down the road to Wake Forest. NC State has already proven its merit to some degree. But for Wake Forest, the Demon Deacons have a lot to prove still, and the Wolfpack will be the first test.

College Football News / Blogger So Dear / September 10