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Nov 7, 2026

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Raleigh, NC

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@ Virginia

L 8-34

Richmond

W 73-0

@ Vanderbilt

L 31-35

Appalachian State

W 41-31

Louisville

W 31-28

Wake Forest

L 14-38

@ Stanford

L 28-31

California

W 31-10

Duke

L 3-41

Syracuse

11/14

@ Florida State

11/21

@ North Carolina

11/28

Full Schedule

ACC Standings

SCHOOL

CONF

OVERALL

Miami

3-0

5-0

Pittsburgh

2-0

5-0

Duke

1-0

4-0

SMU

2-1

4-1

Wake Forest

2-1

4-1

Clemson

2-1

3-2

Florida State

1-1

3-2

Virginia

1-1

3-2

Virginia Tech

1-1

4-1

NC State

1-1

3-2

California

1-1

2-3

Louisville

1-2

2-3

Stanford

1-3

2-3

North Carolina

0-1

2-2

Georgia Tech

0-1

1-3

Syracuse

0-2

2-2

Boston College

0-2

2-3

CRITICAL QUESTIONS: Syracuse

11 hrs ago by James Henderson

Our staff answers several critical questions facing NC State heading into the Wolfpack's home matchup against Syracuse.

Tight end coach Gavin Locklear: "They’ve Come a Long Way"

12 hrs ago by Samuel Locklear

NC State tight ends coach Gavin Locklear joined the Wolfpack Weekly Radio Show to discuss the tight end room, Preston Douglas’ emergence, young players stepping into larger roles, Senior Day, and much more.

IPS IN 5: In Print — Breaking Down A Pivotal Weekend In The ACC

14 hrs ago by James Henderson

Can't listen to today's IPS in 5? Here's a written breakdown of the episode: a look at all of this weekend's ACC games with thoughts on the spreads, matchups, and more!

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S Brody Barnhardt: “We’re All Committed and Bought In”

14 hrs ago by IPS Staff

NC State safety Brody Barnhardt met with the media to discuss preparing for his first start, responding to the loss to Duke, playing for the Wolfpack’s seniors, the development of the young linebackers, and much more.

TE Tex Vaughn: “Whoever Is Ready Gets to Go in There and Show What They Can Do”

14 hrs ago by IPS Staff

NC State tight end Tex Vaughn met with the media to discuss earning a larger role as a freshman, his relationship with tight ends coach Gavin Locklear, the Wolfpack’s next-man-up mentality, preparing for Syracuse, and much more.

NC State LB Jordan Moreta: “We Can’t Go Back in Time"

14 hrs ago by IPS Staff

NC State linebacker Jordan Moreta met with the media to discuss stepping into a larger role on defense, his relationship with Ziggy Moore, the mentorship he has received from the Wolfpack’s veteran linebackers, preparing for Syracuse, and much more.

RIVERS NAMED HEAD COACH FOR NC STATE FOOTBALL

18 hrs ago by NC State Athletics

NC State’s McMurray Family Director of Athletics Boo Corrigan has announced that former Wolfpack quarterback Philip Rivers has been named the head coach for Wolfpack Football.

NAMES TO WATCH: SYRACUSE

19 hrs ago by Samuel Locklear

As NC State prepares to host Syracuse at Carter-Finley Stadium, here are five Orange players to watch ahead of Saturday’s matchup.

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IPS IN 5: Predictions For This Week's ACC Football Slate

20 hrs ago by James Henderson

Today we look at all of this week's ACC football games and give our thoughts and predictions for each matchup.

IPS INTEL: A Couple Of Staff Notes

20 hrs ago by James Henderson

With NC State set to announce the hiring of Philip Rivers, here is an update on potential staff moves.

INSIDE PACK SPORTS PICK'EM: Week 11

21 hrs ago by Daniel Wilson

The IPS Weekly Pick 'Em is back for 2026 with a new home! We’re partnering with Pack Predictions to run the IPS Weekly Pick ‘Em. Sign up today and submit your picks for Week 11!

McLamb's Musings: Rivers and Brooks, Raising Money and Accepting Charity

1 day ago by Rob McLamb

Inside Pack Sports beat writer Rob McLamb has some random musings about NC State and its upcoming football head coach hire, along with the Wolfpack women's basketball team.

Interim Head Coach Todd Goebbel: “We Owe It to 13 Seniors”

1 day ago by IPS Staff

NC State interim head coach Todd Goebbel met with the media to discuss staying focused through distractions, CJ Bailey’s leadership, young linebackers stepping up, Senior Day, Syracuse, and much more.

Six Thoughts On A Thursday

1 day ago by James Henderson

Here are some thoughts and observations on Gunner Rivers, NC State women's basketball, Justin Gainey, conference championship games, and much more!

Wolfpack Weekly With Todd Goebbel

1 day ago by Samuel Locklear

NC State interim head coach Todd Goebbel joined the Wolfpack Weekly radio show to discuss the Duke loss, responding to adversity, Senior Day, developing young players, preparing for Syracuse, and much more.

INITIAL AVAILABILITY REPORT: LB Popo Aguirre Ruled Out

1 day ago by James Henderson

NC State and Syracuse have released an initial availability report for Saturday’s matchup in Raleigh, and Wolfpack linebacker Popo Aguirre has already been ruled out.

IPS IN 5: In Print — Is The Downside Of Hiring Philip Rivers Overstated?

3 days ago by James Henderson

Can't listen to today's IPS in 5? Here's a written breakdown of the episode: the biggest criticisms of NC State's expected coaching hire of Philip Rivers and whether the potential upside outweighs the risks.

WEEK 9: NC State Snaps Chart

3 days ago by Todd Lion

Here is an in-depth look at NC State's player snaps after the first nine games of the season.

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IPS IN 5: Examining The Downside Of Hiring Philip Rivers

3 days ago by James Henderson

We've spent plenty of time discussing the positives of hiring Philip Rivers, but what about the negatives? Today we break down the biggest concerns and whether they should worry NC State fans.

FIVE TAKES: Duke

4 days ago by James Henderson

Inside Pack Sports Publisher James Henderson gives his five biggest takeaways from NC State's home loss to Duke.