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Dave Doeren Talks NC State’s 1st Day in Pads

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Head Coach Dave Doeren spoke with the media today after NC State’s first day in pads. You can watch the video here, or check out the bulleted breakdown below.

  • On looking Forward to Pads…
    • Today we were able to tackle a little bit. Last 12 plays for each group got some live work. Practiced our short-yardage situations. It’s good to see guys finish plays.
    • We’ve been in shells the previous 2 days (shoulder pads and helmets). We weren’t taking people to the ground.
    • It was fun to see how guys are going to tackle at the end.
    • With pads, there’s more on the line. They play to the whistle.
  • On Quarterbacks…
    • All three of them (McKay, Leary and Hockman) are getting equal reps right now.
    • Each is getting reps with the 1’s, 2’s and 3’s.
  • On Sophomore Running Back Ricky Person…
    • Ricky didn’t practice today. Just a little sore. Doing well. Being protective.
  • On Junior Receiver Emeka Emezie…
    • Quiet leader.
    • So respected because of work ethic.
    • Guys look to him more for that than his speeches.
  • On whether more depth makes evaluation easier…
    • Tougher to evaluate with more guys in competition.
    • Sharing rep load with 9-10 guys.
    • It’s good, because it takes reps off guys.
    • Doesn’t wear guys out.
  • On siblings on the roster…
    • Thayer and Drake Thomas
    • Tyler and Will Dabbs
    • Matt and Timothy McKay
      • Says a lot about program when older brother comes, has a good experience, and parents want younger brother to follow.
      • It’s fun to see them together.
  • On Freshman Running Back Keyon Lesane…
    • Can Run.
    • Really Strong.
    • Good with the ball in his hands.
    • Tough.
    • Like’s contact. Makes him a unique receiver. Has a little bit of running back in him.
    • Fearless.
    • Has kick returner knack.
  • On Freshman Defensive End Savion Jackson…
    • Gotten a lot better.
    • Spring really helped him. Lost when he first got here. In a lot better football shape now.
    • Learning the speed and what to expect. Has a lot of ability.
  • On Nickel position…
    • Redshirt Senior Stephen Griffin and Sophomore Tyler Baker-Williams are in a good competition.
    • Good depth. Freshman Jalen Frazier is coming in there.
    • Sophomore Tanner Ingle is probably our best contact player.
      • Getting him in Free Safety like Josh Jones in past.
      • Fitting him in box where he can make plays will help offense.
  • On Freshman Running Back Jordan Houston…
    • Probably hit a wall today. Really good first four days, and not so good today. He’ll bounce back.
    • Very athletic. Good vision. Can Catch the ball. Not afraid to block. Courage.

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Ohio St. Transfer Safety Ja’Had Carter is Officially Visiting NC State Today

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May 7, 2024

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Ohio State Transfer Safety Ja’Had Carter (6’1″/205) is taking an Official Visit to NC State beginning today according to a source.

Carter played in 8 games as a reserve (6 at Safety/2 on strictly Special Teams) for the Buckeyes this past season, recording 5 tackles.

Prior to joining Ohio St., Carter played his first 3 seasons at Syracuse. In 2022, he was All-ACC Honorable Mention, tallying 36 tackles, 3 interceptions and 3 pass breakups. In 2020, as a True Freshman, Carter earned Freshman All-American status. Over three seasons with the Orange, Carter started in 28 of the 31 games he has played in.

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Colorado DT Transfer Chazz Wallace is Taking an Official Visit to NC State Tomorrow

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May 6, 2024

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NC State has offered Colorado Defensive Tackle Transfer Chazz Wallace (6’2″/295), and he confirmed with me that he will be taking an Official Visit to Raleigh tomorrow.

Wallace played in 10 games for Coach Prime this past season, starting in 4. He finished with 11 tackles and 1.5 sacks. His PFF Grade was 56.4.

Prior to Colorado, Wallace spent his first three years at Old Dominion.

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NC State Offers FCS DT Brandon Lane

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May 6, 2024

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NC State offered Stephen F. Austin (FCS) Transfer Defensive Tackle Brandon Lane (6’3″/300) yesterday.

Lane started in 6 of the 11 games he played in for Stephen F. Austin this past season. He finished the year with 44 tackles, 6.5 tackles for loss and 1.5 sacks. His PFF Grade was 74.6, which ranked 4th on the Lumberjacks Defense. His 79.9 Run Defense Grade ranked 3rd on the team. In 2022, Lane played 7 games as a reserve for Stephen F. Austin, recording 11 tackles 2.5 tackles for loss and 1 sack.

Lane spent his first two collegiate seasons at South Dakota State (2000-21). In 2000, he played in 1 game. In 2021, he played in 3 games as a reserve for the Jackrabbits. The 2000 season was the Covid Year, and the 2021 season was his redshirt year. As a result, Lane still has two years of eligibility remaining.

Around a week-and-a-half ago, Lane committed to Michigan St., but then he decommitted from the Spartans on May 2nd.

I don’t think Michigan St. is necessarily off the table, and he has visited Washington and West Virginia.

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Congrats to NC State Football’s Spring Graduates!

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May 3, 2024

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Congratulations to the 7 NC State Football Players that just graduated this Spring.

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2024 Football Spring Graduates

Linebacker Devon Betty (1 year of eligibility)

Defensive End Davin Vann (1 year of eligibility)

Cornerback Aydan White (1 year of eligibility)

Offensive Guard Anthony Carter Jr. (2 years of eligibility)

Offensive Lineman Matt McCabe (2 years of eligibility)

Offensive Tackle Patrick Matan (2 years of eligibility)

Offensive Lineman Brendan Lawson (no longer on the roster)

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