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PI EXCLUSIVE: JUCO LB Wyatt Wright Breaks Down His Commitment to NC State

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NC State picked up a commitment this morning from Junior College Linebacker Wyatt Wright, and I was able to catch up with him to get his take on running with the Wolfpack.

What was it about NC State that led you to commit?

Really the chemistry the staff has, and the development and production the program has.

What has been the coaching staff’s message to you?

That I can make an impact on the defense right now, and get developed into an elite player and person.

How does Coach Gibson think you’ll fit in his system?

My favorite part of my Official Visit this weekend was watching film with Coach Gibson. I don’t know a lot about the 3-3-5 stack, but I’m falling in love with it. He sees me as a SAM Linebacker, really using my skills to attack the outside and open field.

What did you do on your Official Visit?

A lot of eating. We went golfing. I met a lot of alumni like Isaiah Moore.

What are your individual expectations for next season?

I expect to lead the team with violence and intensity, and show off my skills.

What are your expectations for the team next season?

My expectations for the team would be conference champs, and getting into the College Football Playoffs.

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A few notes on the interview above.

  • Jaylon Scott, who is a Senior and out of eligibility after the bowl game, has been the Wolfpack’s starting SAM Linebacker in 2023.
  • Isaiah Moore has recently come on staff in the recruiting department, and is already making and impact.

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

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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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NC State DB Robert Kennedy III Signs Undrafted Free Agent Deal with the Bolts

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April 27, 2024

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NC State Nickel Robert Kennedy III has signed an Undrafted Free Agent Deal with the Los Angeles Chargers.

Kennedy III won’t be without a friend. He will be joined by Defensive End Savion Jackson, who also signed an Undrafted Free Agent deal.

Kennedy started for the Wolfpack in every single game this season at Nickelback, tallying 31 tackles, 2 interceptions, 6 pass breakups, 2 forced fumbles and 1 fumble recovery.

His ProFootballFocus grade for the season is 79.7, which is the 2nd highest grade on the Wolfpack defense, and the highest grade of all the Safeties that came out of the Transfer Portal last year.

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