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NC State and Louisville have faced each other a grand total of five times, the first matchup coming in 1951 as the Wolfpack lost by the score of 26-2.  The two teams met once again in 1993, but again NC State lost at Louisville 35-14.  The lone meeting in Carter-Finley came in 2007, but NC State still could not find a W as the Cards beat the Pack 29-10.  NC State finally picked up a win versus the Cards in 2011 as the two schools played in the Belk Bowl in Charlotte, North Carolina.  NC State capped a strong season in 2011 winning 31-24.  Last season was the first matchup as conference foes, and even though NC State lost the game, Coach Doeren has talked about how the game was a turning point in the season.  The Pack battled back to bring it within a one possession game in the final 3 minutes, giving them confidence to finish the season strongly.

NC State vs. Louisville: Cards lead series 4-1

  • 1951 Cards defeat Pack 26-2
  • 1993 Cards defeat Pack 35-14
  • 2007 Cards defeat Pack 29-10
  • 2011 Pack defeat Cards 31-24
  • 2014 Cards defeat Pack 30-18

Last time State won: 

Mike Glennon was the Wolfpack signal caller and he faced Teddy Bridgewater.  Both QB’s have since started in the NFL.  The Wolfpack played a great game defensively, forcing 3 interceptions.  David Amerson was outstanding, snagging two interceptions and a touchdown for good measure.

Offensively Mike Glennon was steady, completing 21 of 33 for 246 yards and 3 touchdowns.  His number one target on the night was speedy TJ Graham who hauled in 7 balls for 116 yards and two scores.  The Cards Teddy Bridgewater had a rough night, throwing three interceptions, and he only competed 55% of his passes.  All in all it was a great win for the Pack.

Last time they played 2014: 

The Wolfpack scored on a 21-yard strike from Jacoby Brissett to David Grinnage to pull within 5 with 2:21 remaining.  The whole game Michael Dyer got whatever he wanted and sealed the game for the Cards when he broke lose and scored on a 46-yard run with 44 seconds left in the contest.  Brissett was instrumental in bringing the Wolfpack back, throwing for 2 touchdowns and rushing for 40 yards; however, it wasn’t enough.

The turning point in the game came when the Cardinals QB fumbled the ball late in the third quarter and was returned by NC State Linebacker Airius Moore 72 yards for a touchdown, but replay overturned the play. If the play stood, NC State would have been in the lead 17-15.

The deficit was too much to over come, as State could not slow Dyer down in the fourth quarter and failed to recover an on-side kick.

Looking ahead: 

NC State will look to win their first ACC game of the season when the Cards travel to Raleigh for Saturday’s game.  The weather could be a factor as rain showers are in the forecast.  If it is a sloppy game it should favor the ground heavy Pack.  Kickoff is scheduled for 12:30 at Carter Finley.  If you can’t make it to the game you can catch all the action on the ACC Network.

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WATCH QB Grayson McCall’s Tape from the 2024 NC State Spring Game

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Check out McCall’s tape from the Spring Game.

 

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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

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  • 2 time 1st Team All-American (1960 & 1961)
  • 2 time 1st Team All-ACC (1960 & 1961)
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  • 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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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.

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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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