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IPS IN 5: Is This The Most Important Season Opener Of The Dave Doeren Era?

Every season opener matters, but NC State’s Week 0 trip to Virginia is obviously different. We discuss the conference stakes, expectations surrounding the Wolfpack, and how this opener compares to others under Dave Doeren.
By James Henderson
August 20, 2026
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Every season opener matters, but NC State’s Week 0 trip to Virginia is obviously different. We discuss the conference stakes, expectations surrounding the Wolfpack, and how this opener compares to others under Dave Doeren.
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