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247: NC State’s Payton Wilson is Expected to Opt Out of Pop-Tarts Bowl

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Matt Zenitz’s of 247Sports reported last night that his sources were telling him that NC State Linebacker Payton Wilson is expected to opt out of playing in the Pop-Tarts Bowl against #25 Kansas State on December 28th.

I’ve confirmed the report with my own sources.

This is sad, but understandable news.

It’s sad, because it means we will never get to watch #11 play in the Red & White again. It’s sad, because the Wolfpack could really use Wilson on the field against #25 Kansas State, in order to win a historic 10th win.

It’s understandable because Wilson’s stock couldn’t be much higher right now. He’s a Unanimous All-American. He won the Bednarik Award, which is awarded to the best defensive player in college football. He won the Butkus Award, which is awarded to the best linebacker in college football. He was named ACC Defensive Player of the Year. Suffering an injury in the bowl game would jeopardize his draft stock, which is as high as it’s ever been.

Bradley Chubb made the same decision in 2017, after a nearly identical lineup of accolades, and ended up being drafted by the Broncos with the 5th overall pick.

I reached out to Wilson, and he said he is “ready to get down to Florida with the boys and get this 10th win.”

I know fans don’t like it, but Wilson is making the wise decision for his future.

Wilson has given his heart and soul to the NC State football team, and to the fans that pull for the Wolfpack.

I’ll write more about the legacy of Wilson later, but I’ll say this…

Thank you Payton Wilson! Job well done! No Wolfpack defender has ever done it better!

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Matthew is Publisher and Co-Owner of Pack Insider. He is also the Lead Pastor of The Point Church in Cary, NC.

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wolfpack74
4 months ago

Well, another reason not to watch the Tarts play.

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Ohio St. Transfer Safety Ja’Had Carter is Officially Visiting NC State Today

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Ohio State Transfer Safety Ja’Had Carter (6’1″/205) is taking an Official Visit to NC State beginning today according to a source.

Carter played in 8 games as a reserve (6 at Safety/2 on strictly Special Teams) for the Buckeyes this past season, recording 5 tackles.

Prior to joining Ohio St., Carter played his first 3 seasons at Syracuse. In 2022, he was All-ACC Honorable Mention, tallying 36 tackles, 3 interceptions and 3 pass breakups. In 2020, as a True Freshman, Carter earned Freshman All-American status. Over three seasons with the Orange, Carter started in 28 of the 31 games he has played in.

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Colorado DT Transfer Chazz Wallace is Taking an Official Visit to NC State Tomorrow

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May 6, 2024

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NC State has offered Colorado Defensive Tackle Transfer Chazz Wallace (6’2″/295), and he confirmed with me that he will be taking an Official Visit to Raleigh tomorrow.

Wallace played in 10 games for Coach Prime this past season, starting in 4. He finished with 11 tackles and 1.5 sacks. His PFF Grade was 56.4.

Prior to Colorado, Wallace spent his first three years at Old Dominion.

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NC State Offers FCS DT Brandon Lane

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May 6, 2024

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NC State offered Stephen F. Austin (FCS) Transfer Defensive Tackle Brandon Lane (6’3″/300) yesterday.

Lane started in 6 of the 11 games he played in for Stephen F. Austin this past season. He finished the year with 44 tackles, 6.5 tackles for loss and 1.5 sacks. His PFF Grade was 74.6, which ranked 4th on the Lumberjacks Defense. His 79.9 Run Defense Grade ranked 3rd on the team. In 2022, Lane played 7 games as a reserve for Stephen F. Austin, recording 11 tackles 2.5 tackles for loss and 1 sack.

Lane spent his first two collegiate seasons at South Dakota State (2000-21). In 2000, he played in 1 game. In 2021, he played in 3 games as a reserve for the Jackrabbits. The 2000 season was the Covid Year, and the 2021 season was his redshirt year. As a result, Lane still has two years of eligibility remaining.

Around a week-and-a-half ago, Lane committed to Michigan St., but then he decommitted from the Spartans on May 2nd.

I don’t think Michigan St. is necessarily off the table, and he has visited Washington and West Virginia.

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Congrats to NC State Football’s Spring Graduates!

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May 3, 2024

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Congratulations to the 7 NC State Football Players that just graduated this Spring.

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2024 Football Spring Graduates

Linebacker Devon Betty (1 year of eligibility)

Defensive End Davin Vann (1 year of eligibility)

Cornerback Aydan White (1 year of eligibility)

Offensive Guard Anthony Carter Jr. (2 years of eligibility)

Offensive Lineman Matt McCabe (2 years of eligibility)

Offensive Tackle Patrick Matan (2 years of eligibility)

Offensive Lineman Brendan Lawson (no longer on the roster)

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