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Will Payton Wilson Be One of the Fastest Linebackers in the History of the NFL Combine?

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Former NC State Linebacker Payton Wilson will participate at the NFL Combine this afternoon. Yesterday, on the podium at the Combine, Wilson said that he wanted to be “one of the most athletic” Linebackers to every come through the combine.

Out of all of the events at the Combine, the 40-yard dash is the most noteworthy. There is no denying Wilson’s speed. Against Notre Dame this season, Wilson was clocked running 23.7 mpg chasing down a player.

At the Senior Bowl last month, Wilson said he would be happy with a 4.45 at the Combine.

Here’s a look at the three fastest 40 times by Linebackers in NFL Combine history:

1) Shaquem Griffin, UCF (2018): 4.38 40-yard dash

T-2) Isaiah Simmons, Clemson (2020): 4.39 40-yard dash

T-2) Micah Parsons, Penn State (2021): 4.39 40-yard dash

Dantonio Burnette, NC State’s Director of Strength & Conditioning, told TheWolfpacker.com that he thinks Wilson could run a 4.39. Today after practice, Wolfpack Defensive Coordinator said he expects him to run in the low 4.4’s or high 4.3’s.

Tune into NFL Network at 3pm to see if Wilson makes history!

 

 

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

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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 PK Brayden Narveson Signs Undrafted Free Agent Deal with the Titans

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NC State Place Kicker Brayden Narveson has signed an Undrafted Free Agent Deal with the Tennessee Titans.

In his one season in Raleigh, Narveson made 18 of his 23 Field Goal attempts for the Wolfpack, and made all 38 Extra Point attempts. Narveson made some history in his one season at NC State, kicking a 57-yard Field Goal against Duke, breaking the school record for the longest Field Goal.

Narveson ranked 4th in the ACC in Field Goals attempted (23), and 5th in Field Goals made (18) this season. He ranked 9th in conference in scoring (7.1 points per game).

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NC State Tight End Trent Pennix Signs Undrafted Free Agent Deal with the Colts

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NC State Tight End Trent Pennix has signed an Undrafted Free Agent deal with the Indianapolis Colts.

In his final year in Raleigh, Pennix had 15 receptions for 190 yards and 3 touchdowns. He also rushed the ball 2 times for 67 yards and a touchdown.

Pennix arrived at NC State as a Running Back out of Sanderson High School in Raleigh.

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NC State DE Savion Jackson Signs Undrafted Free Agent Deal with the Chargers

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April 27, 2024

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The Los Angeles Chargers have signed NC State Defensive End Savion Jackson to an Undrafted Free Agent Deal.

Last season as a Senior, Jackson had 40 tackles, 5.5 tackles for loss, and 2.5 sacks in 12 games for the Wolfpack. His Run Defense grade on PFF was 80.6, ranking 4th on the team.

Jackson took a Top-30 visit to Los Angeles.

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