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VIDEO: Dave Doeren Press Conference after JMU (Part 1)

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Dave Doeren met with the media after NC State’s 24-13 win over JMU. Above if the full (part 1) video, and below is the bulleted highlights.

Opening Statement

  • Excited to be 1-0. Thanks to the fans, students, band, and everyone. Lot of players getting IVs after the game because of the heat.
  • Thanks to fans for staying all 4 quarters. Unbelievable and appreciated.
  • JMU is good. Knew they would be good.
  • Red zone defense was exceptional. Stamina in 4th quarter was great.
  • Jakobi Meyers was great, Finley had 300 yard game.
  • Gallaspy ran hard but run game was not as good as it will be. Missing some parts right now, especially at tight end (Cary Angeline)
  • Got a lot of guys in the game. Thayer Thomas did not play like a freshman. Had a nice return and catch for a TD.
  • JMU has a great staff and players are classy. They played hard and will have a great season.

Update on Eurndraus Bryant

  • He said when he hit the ground, his neck locked up
  • They had to do all the precautions, but he was fine and joking on sidelines later
  • He’s okay and said he could have come back and played

On CJ Riley

  • Great catch in endzone. He was a little nervous in those situations last season, now playing with his size.
  • If you are 6’5 you have to play like you’re 6’5. Nice to see him go up, use his hands and come down with it
  • Guys behind Kelvin and Stephen are working hard. Starters are pushing them and they are getting much better

On depth…

  • Depth is critical. When players can’t play, you can’t have drop off. Didn’t have much drop off today.
  • Depth creates competition in practice. Can’t have a bad day or guy behind you takes your reps.

On Gallaspy…

  • Biggest difference this year is his ability to train. He’s healthy now. Had small injuries all throughout his career.
  • He’s in great shape going into this season
  • He’s also a father. His personal life is in order. Done good focusing on what’s important.
  • His family is really supportive. He’s in a really good place physically and mentally

 

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Akron Safety Kerry Martin Jr. will Take an Official Visit at NC State Next Week

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May 2, 2024

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Akron Safety Kerry Martin Jr. (6’1″/195) confirmed with me that he will be taking an Official Visit to NC State next week beginning on May 7th.

After receiving an offer from NC State yesterday, it didn’t take him long to set up the visit.

Martin Jr. is familiar with NC State, because he was recruited by Wolfpack Defensive Coordinator Tony Gibson before he left West Virginia to come to Raleigh. Even though he never coached him, a relationship was established.

Martin Jr.’s connections to NC State are deeper than that. Former NC State Cornerback Derrek Pitts, who is currently a member of the Tampa Bay Bucs, is his cousin.

This past year, Martin Jr. recorded 45 tackles, 2 interceptions and 6 pass breakups for Akron, starting in 9 of the 11 games he played in. His PFF Grade was 68.9.

In 2022, he had 53 tackles, 1 interception and 1 pass breakup, starting in 9 of the 11 games he played in. Martin Jr.’s PFF Grade was 60.9.

In 2019, as a Freshman for West Virginia, Martin Jr. earned PFF Freshman All-American honors, recording a grade of 70.6, with 50 tackles and 3 pass breakups.

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NC State Sits in the Top-20 in 247’s Post-Spring 2024 Preseason Poll

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May 1, 2024

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247’s Brad Crawford released his Post-Spring 2024 Preseason College Football Top-25 recently, and NC State moved up 1 spot to #20.

ACC Teams in the Top-25

11. FSU

14. Miami

16. Clemson

20. NC State

24. Virginia Tech

25. Louisville

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NC State Ranks 8th in Players Selected in the NFL Draft in the ACC in the Last 10 Years

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April 29, 2024

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The 2024 NFL Draft has come and gone, and NC State had two players drafted: Linebacker Payton Wilson in the 3rd round, and Center Dylan McMahon in the 6th round.

Over the past 10 years, NC State has produced 25 NFL Draft picks, and 3 1st round picks. The 25 Draft Picks ranks 8th in the ACC, and the 3 1st Round picks is tied for 7th.

NC State produced 18 NFL Draft Picks in the first 5 Draft’s of Dave Doeren’s tenure. Only 8 Wolfpack players have been selected in the past 5 NFL Drafts.

Players selected in the NFL Draft under Dave Doeren:

2024

Payton Wilson, LB – Pittsburgh – 3rd – 98th
Dylan McMahon, C – Philadelphia – 6th – 190th

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NC State CB Shyheim Battle Receives Invitation to Jets Rookie Mini Camp

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April 28, 2024

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NC State Cornerback Shyheim Battle has received an invitation from the New York Jets to participate in their Rookie Mini Camp.

Battle had 1 year of eligibility remaining, but declared for the NFL Draft on January 3rd.

He finished this past year as the most experienced player on the Wolfpack’s defense, starting in 41 of the 51 games he has played in dating back to 2019. In a rarity in this day-and-age, Battle was a 4-year starter at the Cornerback position for NC State. He graduated with a degree in Communications.

In his final season in Red and White, Battle had 46 tackles, 2 tackles for loss, 2 interceptions, 4 pass breakups and 1 fumble recovery. His PFF Grade of 70.6 was the 7th best on the Wolfpack defense.

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