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NC State in the NFL: Week 6 Report

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11 of the 20 former NC State players on active NFL rosters saw action in Week 6 of the 2019 NFL season. Check out a breakdown of how they did below.

Quarterback Russell Wilson (starter) continued to put up MVP numbers, completing 23 of 33 for 295 yards and 2 touchdowns (0 interceptions) in Seattle’s 32-28 victory over Cleveland. His QB Rating was 117.6 and he rushed the ball 9 times for 31 yards and touchdown. Through 6 games, Wilson has thrown 14 touchdowns, and has yet to throw an interception.

Defensive Tackle Justin Jones (starter) had 8 tackles in the Chargers’ 24-17 loss to the Steelers, which was a team high. In fact, the 8 tackles were a career high for Jones. He played in 77% of the defensive snaps.

Linebacker Germaine Pratt (starter) started his first career game, and had 5 tackles in Cincinnati’s 23-17 loss to Baltimore. Pratt played in 38% of the defensive snaps.

Wide Receiver Jakobi Meyers had 4 receptions (4 targets) for 54 yards in the Patriots’ 35-14 victory over the Giants on Thursday Night Football. It was the best game of Meyers’ rookie season, recording career highs in both receptions and receiving yards. Meyers played in 70% of the offensive snaps, seeing his playing time increase when Josh Gordon went down with an injury in the game.

Center Garrett Bradbury (starter) played 100% of the offensive snaps in Minnesota’s 38-20 victory over the Eagles. Bradbury is starting to get the hang of things:

Quarterback Philip Rivers (starter) wasn’t sharp, completing 26 of 44 for 320 yards and 2 touchdowns to go with 2 interceptions. He also fumbled the ball once, resulting in a Pittsburgh scoop and score.

Offensive Guard Joe Thuney (starter) played 100% of the snaps in New England’s 35-14 victory over the Giants.

Offensive Guard J.R. Sweezy (starter) played 100% of the offensive snaps in Arizona’s 34-33 victory over the Falcons.

Defensive End B.J. Hill (starter) had two tackles in New York’s 35-14 loss to New England. Hill played in 61% of the defensive snaps, which was the 2nd highest total on the Giants defense.

Wide Receiver Kelvin Harmon (starter) started the second game of his career, and had 1 reception (1 target) in the Redskins’ 17-16 victory over the Dolphins.

Offensive Tackle Will Richardson played in 36% of the offensive snaps in Jacksonville’s 13-6 loss to New Orleans.

DNP

Cornerback Juston Burris (Browns)

Quarterback Ryan Finley (Bengals)

INJURED

Jaylen Samuels (Steelers) – knee

BYE

Place Kicker Stephen Hauschka (Bills)

Punter A.J. Cole (Raiders)

Quarterback Mike Glennon (Raiders)

Offensive Lineman Ted Larsen (Bears)

Running Back Nyheim Hines (Colts)

Quarterback Jacoby Brissett (Colts)

IR

Linebacker Bradley Chubb (Broncos) – knee

Defensive End Kentavius Street (49ers) – knee

 

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Matthew is Publisher and Co-Owner of Pack Insider. He is also the Lead Pastor of The Point Church in Cary, NC.

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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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