NC State’s ACC Leaders Heading into Week 5 of College Football

Here’s a look at the NC State football players that rank in the Top-10 in the ACC heading into Week 5 of the season.

Rushing

Redshirt Sophomore Hollywood Smothers ranks 1st in the ACC in rushing yards (503/125.8), 1st in attempts (80), 3rd in all-purpose yards (586/146.5), 4th in PFF overall grade (81.1). Smother’s 4 rushing touchdowns are tied for 6th.

Passing

Sophomore CJ Bailey ranks 6th in PFF Overall Grade (75.1), 3rd in completion percentage (71.9%), 3rd in touchdowns responsible for (10), 7th in passing efficiency rating (154.7), 4th in passing yards (1,083/270.8) and 7th touchdown passes (7).

Defense

Redshirt Senior Linebacker Sean Brown is tied for 1st in tackles (39/9.8).

Redshirt Senior Linebacker Caden Fordham ranks 3rd in tackles (37/9.3).

Senior Cornerback Devon Marshall is tied for 9th in pass breakups (3).