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NC State’s Week 4 NFL Preseason Recap

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Last night was the beginning and the ending of Week 4 of the 2018 NFL Preseason, and it has officially come to an end. Here’s a breakdown of how all the former NC State players did.
Browns 35 Lions 17

Running Back Matt Dayes (2nd Season) has been fighting for his roster spot this preseason with the Browns. Carlos Hyde, Duke Johnson, and Nick Chubb sit ahead of him on he depth chart. Last night, Dayes made the Browns think twice about cutting him, and he made the rest of the NFL teams raise their eyebrows if they do. He rushed 8 times for 77 yards, including this 42-yard touchdown run.

Dayes also had 2 receptions for 34 yards, giving him 101 total yards on the night.

Dolphins 34 Falcons 7

Cornerback Johnathan Alston (Rookie) had 1 tackle in a reserve role last night for the Miami Dolphins. Alston is currently sitting at 5th on the depth chart, so a practice squad spot is likely in his future.

Left Guard Ted Larsen (9th Season) missed last nights action due to an injury. He suffered a leg/knee injury in practice earlier this week. The severity of the injury is unknown at this point, but he left the field in his own strength, so it doesn’t look to be serious. Larsen is currently the 2nd string Left Guard for the Dolphins.

Eagles 10 Jets 9

Cornerback Juston Burris (3rd Season) had 1 tackle and 1 interception as a starter for the Jets last night. He also had a pass breakup to go along with the INT. Heading into last night, Burris was the third string cornerback on the depth chart, and his roster spot was in question. We will have to wait and see if he did enough last night to stick around in New York.

Patriots 17 Giants 12

Right Guard Joe Thuney (3rd Season) has started every single regular season and playoff game since entering the league two years ago. As a starter, he got the night off last night.

BJ Hill (Rookie) has earned a starting job at Defensive End for the Giants in their 3-4 scheme, and as a result, he was given last night off with the rest of the starters. But during warmups, he did manage to show off his dancing skills with Odell Beckham Jr.

Colts 27 Bengals 26

Quarterback Jacoby Brissett (3rd Season) was 8 of 12 for 68 yards and a touchdown for the Colts last night. All preseason, Brissett continued to prove he’s one of the best backup quarterbacks in the NFL.

There was a lot of positive buzz about Running Back Nyheim Hines (Rookie) in the Colts training camp, but unfortunately the 2018 preseason hasn’t gone his way. Through 4 games, he rushed the ball 13 times for 18 yards. He also fumbled the ball 4 times, causing him to lose his punt return job. Hines didn’t rush the ball a single time last night, but they did trust him as punt returner again. He also averaged 24 yards on 3 kickoff returns. Hines is currently listed as the starter at kickoff returner, the 2nd string punt returner, and a 3rd string running back along with 3 other guys.

Baltimore 30 Redskins 20

Linebacker Jerod Fernandez (Rookie) had one tackle and 1 pass breakup in a reserve role for the Redskins. He’s currently sitting as a 4th string middle linebacker on the depth chart, so a practice squad role is likely in his future.

Jaguars 25 Bucs 10

Tight End David Grinnage (3rd Season) has played in all 4 preseason games for the Jags, but hasn’t recorded any stats. He has been on Jacksonville’s practice squad the past two year, and that’s a likely scenario again in 2018, sitting at 4th string currently.

Center Tony Adams (Rookie) got the start for the Jaguars in their final preseason game. He is currently listed as the 3rd string Center.

Right Tackle Will Richardson (Rookie) started beside his former Wolfpack comrade last night. He is currently sitting at 2nd string on the depth chart along with William Poehls.

Adams and Richardson are not a lock for a roster spot.

Steelers 39 Panthers 24

Running Back Jaylen Samuels (Rookie) had 2 rushes for 0 yards last night early in the game. Maybe his lack of playing time points to him solidifying his roster spot?

Bills 28 Bears 27

Placekicker Stephen Hauschka (11th Season) connected on his one field goal attempt (42 yards) and 1 extra point for the Bills last night.

Vikings 13 Titans 3

Safety Jack Tocho (2nd Season) didn’t play once again last night due to injury.  He has missed the past two weeks, after having a monster performance in week 1, picking up 4 tackles, 3 pass breakups and an interception. Tocho is currently listed as the 3rd string Free Safety.

Chiefs 33 Packers 21

Safety Josh Jones (2nd Season) had 2 tackles for the Packers last night, starting his first game of the preseason. Jones is a 2nd string Safety on the Packers Depth Chart.

Cornerback David Amerson (6th Season) didn’t play last night for the Chiefs, but there is no sign that he is injured. He is listed as the 2nd string Left Corner.

Broncos 21 Cardinals 10

Bradley Chubb (Rookie) has earned the starting outside linebacker spot for the Broncos on the other side of Von Miller, therefore he didn’t play last night.

Quarterback Mike Glennon (6th Season) was 8 of 10 for 68 yards and a touchdown for the Cardinals last night.

Glennon is the 3rds string quarterback behind Sam Bradford and Josh Rosen.

Linebacker Airius Moore (Rookie) did everything he could last night to try to claim a roster spot with Cardinals, recording 8 tackles in the final preseason game of 2018. He is listed as the 3rd string Middle Linebacker currently.

Chargers 23 49ers 21

Quarterback Philip Rivers (15th season) is obviously the starter for the Chargers, and didn’t play in Week 4 of the preseason.

Defensive Tackle Justin Jones (Rookie) has missed the entire preseason for the Chargers with an ankle injury. He is currently listed as a 3rd string defensive tackle.

49ers Defensive End Kentavius Street (Rookie) is still recovering from a torn ACL.

Raiders 30 Seahawks 19

Quarterback Russell Wilson (7th Season) obviously is the starter for the Seahawks, and therefore didn’t play in Week 4.

Offensive Guard JR Sweezy (6th season) went the entire preseason without playing a single snap for the Seahawks due to injury. He is listed on the depth chart as a third string right guard.

Cornerback Dontae Johnson (4th Season) started for the 2nd straight week, and recorded 4 tackles for the Seahawks. Currently he is the third string right cornerback.

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Mike Tomlin’s Thoughts on the Steelers Drafting NC State’s Payton Wilson

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Steelers Head Coach Mike Tomlin was ecstatic that NC State Linebacker Payton Wilson was available for Pittsburgh to pick up with the 98th overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft.

“We had to get comfortable with his medical and we brought him in on a pre draft visit. We allowed our medical experts to really get a good evaluation of him. We talked to him about his injury history. We were at a place of comfort. And so from that perspective, man, we’re really excited about having him.” (Link)

“Man, we’re really excited about Peyton. When we turn his tape on, we see him making all the type of plays you need linebackers to make. He’s a volume tackle player. He makes plays in the passing game from a coverage perspective via interception and pass breakup. He gets after the quarterback in the blitz game. He’s got a very well-rounded skillset. He’s a fluid mover. He can run. Had an opportunity to lay some real up close eyes on him down there in Mobile at the Senior Bowl, we’re thankful we had an opportunity to get him. He’s got all the hardware that comes with some of those things that I described being a Butkus Award winner and so forth. We had to get comfortable with his medical and we brought him in on a pre draft visit. We allowed Our medical experts to really get a good evaluation of him. We talked to him about his injury history. We were at a place of comfort. And so from that perspective, man, we’re really excited about having him.” (Link)

“I think you could characterize it as surprised. I mean, he is an award-winning linebacker, Butkus Award winner. Had an opportunity to get really familiar with him down in Mobile as well. But the linebackers themselves weren’t coming off the board at that juncture. So sometimes they make runs on positions at different times and it hadn’t been a lot of linebackers to that point. I think what he was number five or so.” (Link)

“We’re really excited about Payton. When we turn his tape on, we see him making all the types of plays you need linebackers to make. He’s a volume tackle player. He makes plays in the passing game from a coverage perspective via interception and pass breakup. He gets after the quarterback in the blitz game. He’s got a very well-rounded skill set. He’s a fluid mover. We had to get comfortable with his medical, and we were. We brought him in on a pre-draft visit to allow our medical experts to really get a good evaluation of him. We talked to him about his injury history. We were at a place of comfort, and so from that perspective, we’re really excited about having him.” (Link)

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Payton Wilson will Wear #41 for the Pittsburgh Steelers

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April 28, 2024

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Former NC State Linebacker Payton Wilson, who was drafted by Pittsburgh in 3rd round on Friday night, will wear the #41 for the Steelers.

Wilson spent his entire collegiate career at NC State wearing the #11. He wore the #11 at Orange High School.

It will take some getting used to recognize him in the #41 jersey. Currently, Steelers Wide Receiver Van Jefferson is wearing the #11.

Here’s a look at other Pittsburgh players who have worn the #41.

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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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