NC State interim head coach Todd Goebbel met with the media to discuss the 31-10 win against Cal.

As NC State prepares to host California at Carter-Finley Stadium, here are five names to watch ahead of the Wolfpack's matchup with the Golden Bears.

NC State head coach Justin Gainey met with the media to discuss the Wolfpack’s progress through its preseason contests, preparing for the season opener against Campbell, returning home to lead NC State, and much more.

NC State defensive tackle Isaiah Shirley met with the media to discuss the coaching change, his confidence in interim head coach Todd Goebbel, the defense’s approach over the final five games, and much more.

Both schools have released updated injury reports for Saturday’s matchup in Raleigh, with NC State wide receiver Jojo Trader now listed as questionable.

NC State offensive linemen Teague Andersen and Rico Jackson joined the Wolfpack Weekly Radio Show to discuss their versatility along the offensive line, the chemistry within the position group, the Wolfpack’s response to the coaching change, and much more.

NC State linebacker Popo Aguirre met with the media to discuss the coaching changes, his confidence in interim head coach Todd Goebbel, the development of the Wolfpack’s young linebackers, and much more.

Both schools have released an initial availability report for Saturday’s matchup in Raleigh, and Wolfpack wide receiver Jojo Trader has already been ruled out.

NC State interim head coach Todd Goebbel joined the Wolfpack Weekly Radio Show to discuss his transition into the role, the emergence of Elijah Satchell, preparations for Cal, and much more.

NC State running back Duke Scott met with the media to discuss the coaching change, his confidence in interim head coach Todd Goebbel, his recovery from injury, and much more.

Dave Doeren met with the media one last time to reflect on his 14 years with the Wolfpack, discuss the changing landscape of college football, thank the NC State community, and more.

NC State quarterback CJ Bailey met with the media to discuss the coaching change, his confidence in interim head coach Todd Goebbel, his leadership role over the final five games, and much more.

NC State interim head coach Todd Goebbel met with the media to discuss taking over the Wolfpack program, honoring Dave Doeren, his approach to the final five games, and much more.

Lenoir-Rhyne head coach Brent Owen met with the media to discuss the 130-66 exhibition loss to NC State.

NC State's G Kingston Whitty, F Ven-Allen Lubin, and G Darius Adams met with the media to discuss the 130-66 exhibition win against Lenoir-Rhyne.

NC State head coach Justin Gainey met with the media to discuss the 130-66 exhibition win over Lenoir-Rhyne.

As NC State heads west to face off against the Cardinal, here are several names to watch ahead of this week's late-night matchup.