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College Football News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / September 13
Wolfpack Star Running Back Reacts to Wake Forest Win

Wolfpack Star Running Back Reacts to Wake Forest Win

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. -- North Carolina State moved to 3-0 with a 34-24 win over the Wake Forest Demon Deacons on Thursday at Allegacy Stadium. Once again, the Wolfpack proved it's a four-quarter game, coming back from a 14-0 deficit in the first quarter and dominating in the second half.

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.

College Football News / ACC Digital Network / September 11
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North Carolina State Wolfpack News / Pack Insider / September 10

NC State’s Hollywood Smothers had a Career Day Against Virginia

NC State Redshirt Sophomore Running Back Hollywood Smothers had a career day on Saturday, rushing for a career-high 140 yards in the Wolfpack’s 35-31 win over Virginia.

College Football News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / September 10
Wolfpack Offensive Lineman Speaks Before Wake Forest Matchup

Wolfpack Offensive Lineman Speaks Before Wake Forest Matchup

RALEIGH, N.C. -- The NC State offensive line found a groove in the Week Two victory over Virginia, paving the way for a massive performance by running back Hollywood Smothers.

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / September 9
How Smothers, Harsh Stood Out in NC State’s Win

How Smothers, Harsh Stood Out in NC State’s Win

Week two for college football is over, and NC State is still among the programs that haven’t lost a game yet. The Wolfpack beat Virginia in a 35-31 thriller

Virginia Cavaliers News / ACC Digital Network / September 9
College Football News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / September 9
Behind Hollywood’s Big Game: Cody Hardy’s Trenches Work

Behind Hollywood’s Big Game: Cody Hardy’s Trenches Work

NC State was able to dominate the line of scrimmage on offense to open wide-gaping holes for redshirt sophomore running back Hollywood Smothers to scamper through.

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / September 7
Roper Directs 'Hollywood' Blockbuster in Wolfpack Win over Virginia

Roper Directs 'Hollywood' Blockbuster in Wolfpack Win over Virginia

RALEIGH, N.C. -- With a name like Hollywood, you have to perform when the lights are brightest. For running back Daylan 'Hollywood' Smothers, every Saturday acts as a stage to showcase his bag of tricks.

College Football News / Field Level Media / September 6
Hollywood Smothers, NC State too strong for Virginia

Hollywood Smothers, NC State too strong for Virginia

Hollywood Smothers ran for two touchdowns and 140 yards as North Carolina State beat Virginia 35-31 on Saturday afternoon at Raleigh, N.C. CJ Bailey threw for 200 yards and one touchdown on 16-for-23 passing and added two rushing scores for the Wolfpack (2-0).

College Football News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / September 4
The Next Step for NC State's Offense

The Next Step for NC State's Offense

Excluding the final drive where NC State took knees to run the clock out against East Carolina, the Wolfpack offense crossed midfield three times, entering the Pirates' side of the field.

College Football News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / September 3
Why NC State’s Run Game Looks Different Under Kurt Roper

Why NC State’s Run Game Looks Different Under Kurt Roper

NC State debuted a brand new offense under first-year offensive coordinator Kurt Roper. The unit accumulated 423 yards of total offense. 105 of it came from the ground.

College Football News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / September 1
What Does NC State's Offense Need To Work On?

What Does NC State's Offense Need To Work On?

RALEIGH, N.C. -- The victory over East Carolina on Thursday marked a turning of the page for the North Carolina State football program. The team won a clean game, untainted by any residual hostile energy from the brawl that ended the previous matchup between the two teams.

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North Carolina State Wolfpack News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / August 30
When the Lights Go On, NC State's Hollywood Smothers Delivers

When the Lights Go On, NC State's Hollywood Smothers Delivers

Bright lights shine down on Carter-Finley Stadium. Lights on? Ready, action! Cameras are rolling, fans cheering. It’s time for Hollywood. Not Hollywood, where the lights are brightest and cameras roll.

College Football News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / August 29
NC State’s Ground Game Stalls Despite 1-0 Start

NC State’s Ground Game Stalls Despite 1-0 Start

Carter-Finley Stadium is rocking. Excitement in the air, and the ball gets kicked, ruled a touchback. The offense line for NC State strides onto the field; knee braces covering their legs.

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / ACC Digital Network / August 28
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NC State holds strong, dispatches East Carolina to open season

NC State holds strong, dispatches East Carolina to open season

CJ Bailey ran and threw for first-half touchdowns, but North Carolina State needed a late defensive stand to secure a 24-17 victory against visiting East Carolina in Thursday night's season opener at Raleigh, N.C.

College Football News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / August 22
Which NC State Player Was Tagged as an ESPN Sleeper?

Which NC State Player Was Tagged as an ESPN Sleeper?

As 'talking season' begins to wrap up, outlets and analysts around the country are making their final bold predictions before the games actually start.

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / Pack Insider / August 21

ESPN Lists NC State RB Hollywood Smothers as 1 of Their 2025 ‘Sleeper’ to ‘Breakout’ Candidates

ESPN’s Adam Rittenberg released a list of 43 ‘sleeper’ college football players who ‘could breakout’ this year, and NC State Redshirt Sophomore Running Back Hollywood Smothers was featured.

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / August 17
Next Wolfpack Star is Ready to go Hollywood

Next Wolfpack Star is Ready to go Hollywood

Hollywood. When people hear the word, expectations come in. Entertainment, big stars and exciting moments. It's what made Hollywood, Hollywood. Those expectations

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / August 14
Touchdown Review: Simple Check-Down Turns Into an Easy Six

Touchdown Review: Simple Check-Down Turns Into an Easy Six

The “Touchdown Review” is a series on North Carolina State Wolfpack On SI that helps scratch that football itch so many fans currently have as the season is so close, but so far.

College Football News / 5 GOATs / June 30
2025 ACC Football Odds: Ranking conference contenders from top to bottom

2025 ACC Football Odds: Ranking conference contenders from top to bottom

The ACC figures to be one of the more fascinating conferences in the sport in 2025. As the anticipation rises for the upcoming college football season, it’s anyone’s guess who will stand tall at the end of the year.

College Football News / 5 GOATs / May 14
ACC win-totals: Ranking odds released for 2025 college football season

ACC win-totals: Ranking odds released for 2025 college football season

Anticipation is growing with each passing moment for the upcoming college football season. The ACC figures to be one of the more fascinating conferences in the sport in 2025.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / December 1
College Football Cheerleaders Catch Attention for Behavior After Postgame Brawl

College Football Cheerleaders Catch Attention for Behavior After Postgame Brawl

The North Carolina State Wolfpack went on the road to Chapel Hill and secured a 35-30 win over in-state rival North Carolina to close out their regular season on Saturday.

College Football News / Field Level Media / November 2
NC State racks up 527 yards, demolishes Stanford 59-28

NC State racks up 527 yards, demolishes Stanford 59-28

Jordan Waters and Hollywood Smothers each rushed for two touchdowns and 100 yards apiece as North Carolina State rolled to a 59-28 home victory over Stanford on Saturday afternoon in Raleigh, N.C.

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