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NC State vs. Presbyterian Cheat Sheet

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NC State Wolfpack  vs. Presbyterian Blue Hose
Carter-Finley Stadium, Raleigh NC
Sept. 20  |  6pm  |  ESPN3

What the heck is a “Blue Hose?”
The nickname “Blue Hose” began in the early 1900’s, when sportswriters referred to the Presbyterian College athletic teams as the “Blue Stockings” because of the blue socks they wore. Writers used the terms “stockings” and “hose” interchangeably over the years. (via gobluehose.com)

Where They Stand: NC State
After the first 2 games, despite winning both, State fans were still wondering if Doeren was right for this job. Oh what a different a week makes. Last Saturday, after drubbing USF 49-17 and showing nearly no flaws, the Pack fans are back Doeren’s corner and expecting another blowout tonight in Raleigh.

Where They Stand: Presbyterian
The Blue Hose are riding a 2 game winning streak coming into Raleigh. They are fresh off a 10-7 win over Furman and will be amped up as this is one of two high profile games on their schedule this year.
What to watch for: 
Jacoby Brissett: As advertised Brissett has come in and quickly instilled confidence in this young team. He’s got a quick release, a strong arm and is hitting on over 70% of his passes. He’s quickly piled up over 800 yards and 7 tds on the young season.

NC State’s Ground Game: It’s been quite a while since NC State could really say that they had a legitimate ground attack, but this year it seems as if they do. A question mark coming in, Thronton and Dayes have taken a step forward thus far and have really been huge pieces to this puzzle. With Brissett coming in, State fans knew that the pass game would likely be much improved, but being able to extend drives and work the clock is very important and was something they struggled to do in recent years. Thornton has led the way in both production and volume thus far. He has 36 carries for 229 yds and 4 TDs, but Matt Dayes is not far behind. The sophomore has 181 yds and 2 TDs on the ground, but is a real weapon in the passing game as well (he is the second leading receiver, totaling 141 yds and 2 TDs). Both Thornton and Dayes are averaging over 6 yards per carry. They should have huge days against Presbyterian, but the real test will be next week against FSU.

The Wolfpack Defense: This is definitely something to watch because it’s something that  hasn’t been very consistent. Over the first 2 games, this group looked slow, soft and unorganized, however last week it was a totally different story. Against a UCF team that was coming in with a very good offense, the Wolfpack D stepped up and shut them down. State only allowed 159 yds to UCF and took it away 3 times. It will be interesting to see which group shows up today.

The emergence of Bo Hines: It’s been a while since we saw a freshman receiver come in and really just take over the #1 spot for State, but it’s happening now. Hines is leading the team with 16 receptions for 209 yds, however he has yet to find the endzone.

 

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NC State Legend QB Roman Gabriel Passes Away at the Age of 83

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NC State legend Quarterback Roman Gabriel has passed away at the age of 83.

Gabriel’s Accolades

  • 2 time ACC Player of the Year (1960 & 1961)
  • 2 time 1st Team All-American (1960 & 1961)
  • 2 time 1st Team All-ACC (1960 & 1961)
  • 1st ACC QB to throw for 1,000 yards in a season
  • Left NC State with 22 school records and 9 ACC records
  • #1 pick in the AFL and #2 pick in the NFL
  • 16-year NFL career with the Rams & Eagles
  • 4 time Pro Bowler
  • NFL MVP in 1969
  • Led the NFL in Passing Yards in 1973
  • Led the NFL in Touchdown Passes in 1969 & 1973
  • Inaugural member of the NC State Hall of Fame
  • Ranks 1st all-time in Rams history in Touchdown Passes & 3rd in Passing Yards
  • First player to have their jersey number retired at NC State, on January 20, 1962.

Praying for the Gabriel family!

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NC State has Dominated UNC in Athletics in 2023-24

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After NC State clinched a series victory over UNC last night in Baseball, I thought it would be a good time to relish in how the Wolfpack has dominated the Tar Heels Athletic Program as a whole in 2023-24.

The Wolfpack Baseball team has won the first two games in the series against the Tar Heels, clinching a series victory over UNC for the first time since 2021. It marks the first time NC State has won a series against the Tar Heels in Raleigh since 2016.

NC State defeated UNC in Volleyball 3-1, winning in Chapel Hill for the first time in 25 years. The Tar Heels had won the last 5 matches against the Wolfpack.

The Wolfpack defeated the Tar Heels 39-20 in Football in Carter-Finley Stadium. It marked the 3rd consecutive win over UNC.

NC State lost both regular season games to UNC in Men’s Basketball, but when it mattered most, the Wolfpack defeated the Tar Heels in the ACC Championship Game 84-76, winning their first title since 1987.

The Wolfpack Women’s Basketball team lost to their rival in Chapel Hill, but defeated UNC 63-59 in Reynolds Coliseum. NC State has won 5 of the last 7 against UNC.

In Gymnastics, NC State defeated UNC 196.725-194.925 in Raleigh. This marked the 3rd straight victory for the Wolfpack over the Tar Heels.

NC State’s Men & Women’s Swimming & Diving teams both beat UNC. The Men won 258-93, and the Women won 196-157.

The Wolfpack Wrestling team defeated UNC 33-6 in Reynolds Coliseum. NC State has won 11 straight Duals against the Tar Heels.

The NC State Men’s Tennis team defeated UNC 4-0, winning against their rival in back-to-back years.

The Wolfpack Women’s Tennis team has defeated the Tar Heels 4-3 on two occasions thus far this season, and will face their rival again today.

The Cross Country teams didn’t have individual meets against UNC, but the Women obviously beat them, because they won the ACC Championship. The Men didn’t, finishing 8th in the Conference, with the Tar Heels finishing 1st.

The only other NC State athletic team that didn’t taste victory against UNC this year was the Women’s Soccer team, losing 0-4 in Raleigh.

Of course, each of these NC State athletic teams has much higher goals than just beating their rival, but there’s no denying how sweet it is to beat the Tar Heels.

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WATCH: Hollywood Smothers Leads NC State in Rushing at the Spring Game

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Redshirt Freshman Hollywood Smothers seemingly was the 3rd string Running Back in NC State’s 2024 Spring Game a few weeks back, but at the end of the game, he had more rushing yards than any other back.

Smothers rushed the ball 8 times for 75 yards. He possesses explosive speed, as well as excellent vision.

Check out Pack Insider’s Tape of Smothers from the Spring Game.





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NC State Offers FCS Interior Offensive Lineman D’Angalo Titialii

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NC State offered Interior Offensive Lineman D’Angalo Titialii (6’2″/320) today. After entering the Portal, the Wolfpack were the first to offer him.

Titialii spent his first three seasons at Portland State, which competes in the FCS. This year, he was the starting Center for the Vikings, and the year before he was their starting Left Guard. Over three seasons, Titialii started in 28 of the 32 games he played in.

Titialii is an intriguing prospect, considering he can play numerous positions on the Offensive Line.

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