NC State’s Dave Doeren Looks to Take the Lead in UNC Series

NC State head coach Dave Doeren is 2-2 against UNC, and he is looking to take the lead in the series today. In fact, Doeren is actually looking to pick up his first home victory over the Tar Heels in Carter-Finley today.

Below we will take a detailed look at how NC State’s offense and defense have played against UNC under Doeren’s tutelage.

First Downs per Game

NC State – 23
UNC – 21

Rushing Yards per Game

NC State – 291.75
UNC – 172.25

Passing Yards per Game 

NC State – 170.25
UNC – 227.75

Total Yards per Game 

NC State – 462
UNC – 400

Turnover Margin for the Series

NC State – +3
UNC – -4

3rd Down Conversion Percentage 

NC State – 50.7%
UNC – 44.4%

Rushing Touchdowns per Game

NC State – 2
UNC – 1.5

Passing Touchdowns per Game 

NC State – 1.
UNC – 2