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Colts Players, Coaches & Legends Impressed With Jacoby Brissett

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The end result was a loss, but Indianapolis Colts head coach Chuck Pagano was really impressed with his starting Quarterback

His name is Jacoby Brissett.

Former NC State quarterback Jacoby Brissett was 1 of 4 former Wolfpack signal callers that started for an NFL team on Sunday. It was his 3rd career NFL start, and his first career start as a member of the Colts.

On September 2nd Jacoby Brissett was traded from the New England Patriots to the Indianapolis Colts. Brissett only had 14 days to learn a brand new playbook, and a new set of coaches and players. He was rushed into the starting job yesterday after Scott Tolzien’s atrocious performance in Week 1.

The Colts lost yesterday to the Cardinals 16-13 in overtime, and Brissett was only 20 of 37 for 216 yards, with no touchdowns, and an interception in overtime that ultimately led to the Cardinals winning field goal.

But Brissett’s teammates weren’t dissapointed with his performance. Neither was his coach. In fact, they were impressed.

“He’s got great poise,” Pagano said. “[He] made great decisions. Hung in there. He stands tall in the pocket. He’s tough as damn nails. He could extend some plays. It’s like he’s been there for a long, long time, which is encouraging.” (ESPN)

Count Colts Running Back Frank Gore as one of the impressed.

“He’s going to be just fine,” Gore said after the Colts’ 16-13 overtime loss to the Arizona Cardinals. “He played the type of confidence where you would have never guessed he’s only been here for a little bit.”(ESPN)

With maybe the most epic quote on Brissett’s debut, Colts other Running Back

“We were like, ‘Man, this m– f– is all right. We’re gonna be all right.'” (Link)

When legendary former Colts head coach Tony Dungy takes to Twitter to give you praise, you know you did alright.

Despite the loss yesterday Colts players were enthused by what Jacoby Brissett brought to the offense. He may be able to hold down the fort. (Link)

We don’t know when Andrew Luck will be back, but if Brissett can continue to make impressions like this, he will have good job security going forward.

 

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Matthew is Co-Owner of Pack Insider. He writes for all sports, with a focus on football and recruiting, and is in charge of business strategy. He is an NC State alum who majored in business. Matthew is also the lead pastor of The Point Church in Cary, NC.

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Former NC State G Terquavion Smith Earns a Spot on the 2023-23 NBA G-League All-Rookie Team

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Former NC State Guard Terquavion Smith earned a spot on the 2023-24 NBA G-League All-Rookie Team.

Smith averaged 22.3 points, 3.4 assists and 3 rebounds per game for the Delaware Blue Coats. What’s crazy, is that he only started in 3 of the 36 games he played in. With that being said, he averaged 30.7 minutes per game. Smith shot 35.6% from three.

As a 2-way player, Smith also played 16 games for the Philadelphia 76ers, averaging 3.3 points in 5.3 minutes per game. He shot 37.1% from three.

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NC State LB Payton Wilson Visited with the Steelers Yesterday

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April 17, 2024

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Former NC State Linebacker Payton Wilson had a Top-30 visit with the Pittsburgh Steelers yesterday. Wilson is the first Linebacker the Steelers have brought in.

Wilson has already had Top-30 visits with the Dallas Cowboys and the Carolina Panthers.

PFF ranks Wilson as the #1 Linebacker in the 2024 Draft, and #26 on their Big Board.

1. LB PAYTON WILSON, NC STATE

PFF BIG BOARD RANK: 26

Wilson has the length, movement ability, IQ and tape of a first-round linebacker. What will likely keep him from being drafted on Day 1 is his injury history and age. If healthy, he can be a starting inside linebacker in any defense. (PFF)

Will someone take Wilson in the 1st round? Will he be a 2nd round pick? If he slips past that, that’s just stupid.

 

 

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NC State’s DJ Horne Declares for the NBA Draft

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April 16, 2024

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NC State Guard DJ Horne has officially declared for the 2024 NBA Draft.

 

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Horne is trying to become the first Wolfpack player to be drafted since Dennis Smith Jr. was drafted by the Dallas Mavericks with the 6th pick in the 1st Round.

While Horne might not currently be projected to be drafted, he is trying to change that tune at the Portsmouth Invitational Tournament which begins tomorrow.

Horne is a special player, and genuinely possesses the skill set to compete at the next level. Whether he is drafted, or signs a 2-way contract, what he put on tape this year warrants a chance.





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Former NC State Defensive End Savion Jackson is Receiving Interest from NFL Teams

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April 13, 2024

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Former NC State Defensive End Savion Jackson is receiving interest from NFL teams. Thus far, those teams are the Rams, Chargers, 49ers, and Broncos.

Last season as a Senior, Jackson had 40 tackles, 5.5 tackles for loss, and 2.5 sacks in 12 games for the Wolfpack. His Run Defense grade on PFF was 80.6, ranking 4th on the team.

According to current projections, Jackson projects to be taken on Day 3 of the 2024 NFL Draft, or picked up as an Undrafted Free Agent.

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