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In just over two months, NC State head coach Will Wade has put together one of the most talented and versatile rosters in the country. With that in mind, Travis Branham of 247Sports joins this week's podcast to discuss the new-look roster and Wade's addition as a whole.
Cory Smith and James Curle break down the roster with a look at players like Darrion Williams, Terrance Arceneaux, Ven-Allen Lubin, Tre Holloman and several others this offseason. The guys also look at the recent happenings with football recruiting, wrestling and more!
Coming out of the second weekend of official visits in June, NC State landed two players from Georgia and strengthened its position with several top targets. The Wolfpack is now set to host double-digit official visitors again this weekend in hopes of bolstering the 2026 class yet again.
Cory Smith and Michael Clark take a look back on the commitments of Dylan McCoy and Markel Aguirre, other targets the Pack moved the needle with this past weekend and where things stand heading into Week 3 of officials. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all that and more!
Following the first weekend of official visitors, NC State football came away with a commitment from IMG Academy DL Carmelo McKenzie in the 2026 class. The Wolfpack also helped itself with multiple other key recruits and will have more commitments on the way.
Cory Smith and Michael Clark take a look back on the first weekend of official visits, discuss McKenzie's commitment and look ahead to the first week of camps and more official visitors this weekend. Watch or listen to the latest Pack Pride Podcast to get all of that and more!
It was another busy week for NC State on multiple fronts, with basketball, baseball and football all making headlines. UNC transfer forward Ven-Allen Lubin topped the list by committing and signing with the Wolfpack, ending a multi-week pursuit by Will Wade and his staff.
Cory Smith and James Curle break down Lubin's commitment, the Pack9's showing in the Auburn Regional, Wes Moore adding former UConn guard Qadence Samuels and the latest on NC State football's official visits. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more!
It's been a busy week for NC State athletics between the recruiting trail for Will Wade and his staff along with baseball making it to the NCAA Tournament. The Pack9 bowed out of the ACC Tournament early, but landed in what could be a favorable regional for State.
Cory Smith and James Curle will take a look back on the week, including State landing Darrion Williams from Texas Tech, Jayme Kontuniemi from Finland and plenty on baseball and women's basketball recruiting. Watch or listen to the latest Pack Pride Podcast to get all of that and more!
Will Wade has done it again, folks.
NC State pulled a rabbit out of the hat with the commitment of Texas Tech transfer Darrion Williams on Wednesday evening. The No. 6 transfer in the 2025 cycle chose the Wolfpack immediately following his Kansas official visit earlier in the week.
Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger discuss the monumental addition for the Pack, how he fits into the system and the current outlook for the roster. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State basketball quietly hosted another international player on campus last week and is still waiting on PJ Haggerty’s decision as it looks to finalize the 2025-26 roster. What’s the latest on Jayme Kontuniemi and Haggerty? What takeaways do we have from the Will Wade interview?
Cory Smith and James Curle will discuss the latest on men’s hoops, where women’s basketball recruiting stands and what happened to NC State baseball against Stanford. Watch or listen to the latest Pack Pride Podcast to get all of that and more!
Coming off a tough 0-3 week, NC State baseball responded with wins at UNCW and UNC-Chapel Hill to move back into the Top 15. The men’s basketball team didn’t add a transfer for the first time in a while, but could something big be on the horizon with PJ Haggerty?
Cory Smith and James Curle will discuss those topics, the “rainout” Sunday in Chapel Hill, football adding two new transfers and the announcement of NC State at Notre Dame as a streaming-only game. Watch or listen to the latest weekly podcast from Amedeo’s to get all of that and more!
The Wolfpack has officially signed dominant Congolese center Paul Mbiya to the team, making NC State one step closer to finalizing the 2025-26 roster. How close is Will Wade to landing players like PJ Haggerty and others to fill all 13 roster spots?
NC State basketball analysts Cory Smith and Miles Masercola discuss the latest on the Wolfpack's recruiting, where Matt Able and Zymicah Wilkins landed in the final 247Sports rankings and dissect why the ACC is shifting back to an 18-game schedule. Watch or listen to get all of that and more on the latest podcast!
NC State basketball once again pulled off a massive get with Paul Mbiya not only committing to the Wolfpack, but signing on the same day. The Pack is also trending with another major potential addition in the portal as it looks to close out the 2025-26 roster in May.
Charlie Gribble joins Cory Smith and James Curle throughout the show to discuss the latest on NC State hoops and baseball, along with Wolfpack basketball commit Jerry Deng in the back half of the show. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State basketball has added three major transfer portal additions in the last week, with another likely on the way. With four spots left on the roster, Will Wade and his staff have some potentially big fish on the hook along with other key pieces to complete the roster.
Cory Smith and Miles Masercola discuss the three new additions and the latest on the Wolfpack's recruitment of James Scott, PJ Haggerty, Darrion Williams and much more. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more!
Coming off a blowout sweep over No. 2 Clemson, NC State baseball finds itself at the top of the ACC standings and in the discussion for a Raleigh Regional. Aaron Fitt of D1Baseball joins the podcast to discuss the Pack9's recent surge and sweep over Clemson.
What led to the Wolfpack jumping 12 spots in the most recent poll? How impressive has the Pack's starting rotation and bullpen been in recent weeks? What does State need to do down the stretch to host a Raleigh Regional? Which young players have the brightest futures?
Watch or listen to the latest Pack Pride Podcast to get all of that and more!
It was a good week for NC State, but could the future be even brighter? After adding a trio of new commits in Colt Langdon, Jerry Deng and Terrance Arceneaux, the Wolfpack has added size and versatility at the wing spots.
Cory Smith and James Curle will discuss the new additions and where the Pack might look with the final four scholarship spots. The guys will also break down the massive weekend for NC State baseball after sweeping Clemson and climbing to the top of the ACC standings.
Watch or listen to get all of that and more on the latest Pack Pride Podcast!
NC State hasn't added a commitment out of the transfer portal in more than one week, but that could be changing very soon. With the Wolfpack trending in the right direction with multiple key prospects, State fans could see some fireworks in the near future.
Cory Smith and Miles Masercola break down the latest they're hearing on players like Derrion Reid, Terrance Arceneaux, James Scott, Darrion Williams and several others. Watch or listen to the latest Pack Pride Podcast to get all of that and more!
Despite hosting several visitors in the last week, neither men’s nor women’s basketball added a commitment in the last week. But with the Wolfpack set to host major targets for official visits, could the coming week be much more eventful for the Pack?
Cory Smith and James Curle break down the last week for both teams, take a look at the resurgence of the Pack9 with a sweep at Cal and another major portal exit for football with Kamal Bonner expected to leave the program. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State basketball added one of the top point guards in the portal in Tre Holloman along with hosting multiple top-tier targets in Mackenzie Mgbako and Wes Enis. The Wolfpack baseball team also clinched a Top-15 series win over Louisville while the women's tennis team finished undefeated at home.
Cory Smith and James Curle will break down the addition of Holloman and the official visitors, the Pack9's resurgence the last two weekends and preview the WNBA Draft. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more!
With NC State still active in the transfer portal and the dead period about to conclude, it's time to take an in-depth look at where the Wolfpack stands. The Wolfpack has five players locked in for next season with Trey Parker also expected to return, so what's next?
Cory Smith and Miles Masercola break down who the targets are for State in the portal and new names to know like Tre Holloman, Jarin Stevenson and others. Watch or listen to the latest Pack Pride Podcast to get all of that and more!
In the last seven days, Will Wade has landed three new players, signed three assistant coaches and brought back a key piece from last season's roster. Cory Smith and James Curle will discuss the new additions and break down NC State baseball's comeback series win over Virginia.
The guys will break down what it means to land both McNeese transfers, get Matthew Able in the 2025 class, bring back Paul McNeil and what might be coming in the next week. Watch or listen to this week's podcast to get all of that and more!
With NC State women's basketball wrapping up the season in the Sweet 16 in Spokane, Saniya Rivers will join the podcast to discuss her Wolfpack career. Cory Smith and James Curle will discuss Rivers' journey, what NC State meant during her career, her future in the WNBA and much more
The guys will also take a look at the last week since Will Wade was hired, the staff taking shape, names to know in the transfer portal and what's coming up with the team. Watch or listen to the latest episode of the Pack Pride Podcast to get all of that and more!
Will Wade was introduced on Tuesday afternoon and has already started assembling his staff and a transfer portal recruiting board. Cory Smith and Miles Masercola discuss both and their initial impressions of the introductory press conference earlier this week.
The guys will discuss a handful of targets in the early portion of the portal, the staff being put together and players exiting the program. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more!
RALEIGH, N.C. -- NC State men's and women's hoops made huge waves over the past few days, with Will Wade hired by the men's team and Wes Moore getting the women's team to the Sweet 16 again. Cory Smith and James Curle will discuss all of that, along with Vince Robinson winning a national title in wrestling, the baseball team getting another ACC series win over Pitt and more.
Chris Corchiani will also join the guys live in the second segment at Amedeo's to discuss the hiring of Wade, his thoughts on the future of men's basketball and the current state of the ACC as a whole. Watch or listen to the latest Pack Pride Podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State and Will Wade have reached an agreement for him to become the next men's basketball coach, according to Pack Pride sources. Wade is set to become the next head coach of the Wolfpack once McNeese State's season is completed in the NCAA Tournament.
Pack Pride Editor Cory Smith and Miles Masercola jump on an emergency podcast to discuss the move by NC State, what Wade potentially brings to the program, how it all went down and what the future looks like for the program. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State men's basketball continues its coaching search, with Will Wade clearly emerging as the top target. Meanwhile, the Wolfpack women's basketball team earned a No. 2 overall seed and will host the first two rounds of the NCAA Tournament.
Cory Smith and James Curle are joined by Adam Finkelstein of CBS Sports to discuss Kevin Keatts' firing, the latest in the coaching search and why the urgency is so important. The guys will also break down how the women's bracket has shaped up in NC State's quest to return to the Final Four. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more!
The NC State men's basketball coaching search is barely four days old and has already seen more twists and turns than expected. Names are moving up and down the leaderboard faster than the Daytona 500, but some remain steady at the top -- if they aren't poached by other teams first.
Cory Smith and Miles Masercola discuss the latest names to know in the mix for the Wolfpack, where things stand for coaches like Will Wade, Ryan Odom and others and give their thoughts on where NIL stands and its overall importance. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State has officially started the search for its 25th men's basketball coach in program history after the firing of Kevin Keatts. Cory Smith and James Curle will discuss the move by Wolfpack AD Boo Corrigan, who the options are for the head coaching gig currently and more in the first segment.
In the second segment, Scott Wood will join the guys to give his thoughts on the Kevin Keatts era, the current state of NC State basketball, his first season at Broughton and his experience going from one coach to another in Raleigh. Watch or listen to the latest weekly podcast to get all of that and more!
Following the conclusion of an abysmal 2024-25 season, NC State has pulled the trigger and fired Kevin Keatts after eight years in Raleigh. The Wolfpack will begin an immediate coaching search and targets have already emerged.
Cory Smith and Miles Masercola will discuss the firing of Keatts, his tenure with the Wolfpack, names to know in the coaching search early on and how quickly things should move. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more.
Much like the way NC State's ACC play started on the road several months back, the Wolfpack fell apart late in an embarrassing 72-70 loss at Miami. State built up a double-digit lead at halftime, but allowed a 10-0 run in the final 3:41 of play, watching an eight-point lead turn into a two-point loss to the worst team in the ACC.
Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger recap the Wolfpack's loss, the season as a whole, Kevin Keatts' status moving forward and where the program goes from here. Watch or listen to the latest Postgame Podcast to get all of that and more.
NC State finished the 2024-25 home portion of the season with a 71-63 victory over Pittsburgh to close out with three straight home wins in the Lenovo Center. The Wolfpack got a career-high 14 points from Breon Pass along with double-figure scoring from Michael O'Connell, Dontrez Styles, Marcus Hill and Ben Middlebrooks in the win.
Cory Smith and Charlie Gribble recap the Wolfpack's potentially pivotal victory, what State's path to the ACC Tournament looks like, Pass' memorable night and sending the seniors off with a W. Watch or listen to the latest Postgame Podcast to get all of that and more!
On the same week NC State women's basketball clinched its second ACC regular season championship in four years, the men's basketball program could become one of the first teams to miss the ACC Tournament. It's been that kind of week for the Wolfpack program, with the women's team riding the highest of highs with two straight blowout wins while the men's team lost by double digits to two sub-.500 teams in ACC play with its postseason hopes on the line.
Cory Smith and James Curle will take a look back on the week for both teams, look ahead to the week to come, discuss Kevin Keatts' desperate cries for increased NIL, his future with the program and get into the mailbag with questions from Wolfpack fans. Watch or listen to the latest weekly podcast to get all of that and more!
In a game NC State desperately needed to have any shot of making the ACC Tournament, the Wolfpack lost in wire-to-wire fashion at Syracuse, 74-60. State got 17 points from Dontrez Styles, but shot below 35 percent from the field and finished with zero transition points in a curb-stomping by the Orange.
Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger recap the Wolfpack's crippling loss, the inability to generate any offense, bigs getting dominated in the paint, Styles' attempt to bring the Pack from the dead late and the narrow path to the ACC Tournament ahead. Watch or listen to the latest Postgame Podcast to get all of that and more.
For the first time since the calendar flipped to 2025, NC State men's and women's basketball notched home wins on the same weekend. The Wolfpack men's team got a huge boost from Paul McNeil in the win over Wake Forest while Zoe Brooks stepped up with a career-high 33 points in the win against No. 1 Notre Dame.
Cory Smith and James Curle will discuss the win over Wake and go over ACC Tournament scenarios in the first segment. Then Ari Chambers of ESPN will join the show to break down NC State's historic win over Notre Dame, College GameDay, the Pack's backcourt and preview March.
Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more!
In an absolute must-win game for both NC State and Wake Forest in Raleigh, the Wolfpack closed strong in an 85-73 win. Paul McNeil led the way for the Pack, notching a career-high 24 points on 8-of-13 shooting with four rebounds and three assists in 28 minutes in his first career start.
Cory Smith and Charlie Gribble recap the Wolfpack's critical win, McNeil's coming out party, Dontrez Styles doing it all, Michael O'Connell's bounceback performance and what this win means for the Pack moving forward. Watch or listen to the latest postgame podcast to get all of that and more.
From start to finish, NC State was slaughtered by UNC in a 97-73 loss inside the Dean Dome on Wednesday night. Every bit of positive momentum the Wolfpack (10-16, 3-11 ACC) generated in the win over Boston College is now erased after the lackluster performance against its rival.
Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger recap the Wolfpack's latest double-digit loss, how UNC dominated the Pack with its effort on defense and on the boards, and where State goes from here. Watch or listen to the latest Postgame Podcast to get all of that and more.
NC State men’s basketball suffered one of its worst losses of the season but responded by finally snapping a nine-game losing streak. Cory Smith and James Curle take a look back at the loss to Louisville, the win over Boston College, the tough week for women’s basketball, wrestling’s huge win and more.
In the second segment, the guys are joined by former NC State baseball star Alec Makarewicz to discuss the opening series, the College World Series ring ceremony, being a member of last year’s team and the start of his pro career. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more!
The losing streak is finally over. After a nine-game drought, NC State finally broke through with a 70-62 win over Boston College. Jayden Taylor paced the Pack with 19 points, but his four steals and State's 16 turnovers forced led to a wire-to-wire victory.
Miles Masercola and Brian Geisinger discuss the Wolfpack getting back in the win column, Taylor's huge performance, the defensive energy State brought to the court and what the Pack must continue to do to claw back in the ACC standings. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more!
RALEIGH, N.C. -- Coming off another week of huge wins for NC State women's basketball and frustrating losses for the men's team, Ernie Myers discussed it all. The Wolfpack National Champion joins Cory Smith and James Curle to break down the Top-10 ranking for the women's team after two Top-25 wins.
The guys will also take a look back at the men's teams struggles in California, where things stand with eight games left and preview some Pack9 baseball before the series opener. Get all of that and more on the latest episode of the Pack Pride Podcast!
In yet another one-possession game for NC State on the road, the Wolfpack came up on the wrong end again in a 74-73 loss at Stanford. Trey Parker notched a career-high 19 points and had a chance to win it on the final possession, but his shot didn't fall and the Pack was sent home with its eight straight loss in ACC play.
Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger discuss the Wolfpack's latest heartbreaking loss, Trey Parker's huge performance, whether or not it's time for a switch to Parker as the primary point guard, Ben Middlebrooks' struggles on the West Coast and what the Pack has left to play for after falling to 2-10 n ACC play and five games below .500 overall. Watch or listen to the latest Postgame Podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State fell apart down the stretch once again in a tight game, missing 10 of its last 12 shots in a 74-62 loss at California. The Wolfpack got a 20-point night from Marcus Hill, but got very little elsewhere to fall to 9-13 and 2-9 in ACC play with two more tough matchups on the horizon.
Cory Smith and Miles Masercola break down the latest loss, where the Wolfpack went wrong down the stretch, Hill's bounce-back effort and Ismaël Diouf stepping up in a tough spot. Watch or listen to the latest Postgame Podcast to get all of that and more.
On the 20th anniversary of the annual Play 4 Kay Game, No. 14 NC State charged back from a double-digit deficit to claim an 89-83 win over No. 10 Duke. Aziaha James went nuclear in the second half, scoring 27 of her career-high 36 points in the final two quarters to lift the Wolfpack to the dramatic victory.
Cory Smith and James Curle break down the win for the Wolfpack, James' massive scoring performance, the emergence of Lorena Awou and the concerns coming from the game heading into a critical stretch. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all that and more!
After climbing back to take the lead in the second half, NC State couldn’t muster up enough offense in a 68-58 loss to Clemson. The Wolfpack got a season-high 24 points from Dontrez Styles, but didn’t have another player score more than eight points and shot below 40 percent as a team yet again in ACC play.
Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger discuss the Pack’s sixth straight ACC loss, how Clemson’s defense confounded State in the halfcourt, the continued shooting struggles, Styles’ recent huge performances and Brandon Huntley-Hatfield’s absence. Watch or listen to the latest Postgame Podcast to get all of that and more.
NC State did everything right for the first 18 minutes inside Cameron Indoor Stadium, but multiple key runs by Duke led to a 74-64 loss for the Wolfpack. The Blue Devils got a 19-0 run to close out the first half and start the second and limited the Pack to just one made basket in its final seven possessions to spread a two-point lead out to a 10-point win at the end.
Cory Smith and Miles Masercola discuss the disheartening loss for the Pack, huge performances from Dontrez Styles and Trey Parker, the struggles down the stretch in each half, Cooper Flagg taking over late and where State goes from here. Watch or listen to the latest Postgame Podcast to get all of that and more!
Despite a Herculean effort to get back in the game, NC State trailed the entire second half and fell to SMU by a final of 63-57. The Wolfpack dropped its fourth straight overall, third straight at home and fell below .500 for the first time all season with its sixth loss in ACC play through the first eight games.
Cory Smith and Charlie Gribble discuss the latest loss, how Ben Middlebrooks' foul trouble impacted the first half, Marcus Hill's second-half resurgence as the point guard, the porous offense overall and Paul McNeil's increased minutes and production. Watch or listen to the latest Postgame Podcast to get all of that and more.
NC State men's basketball dropped two more games to bottom-tier teams in the ACC while the women's team continued to roll to another perfect week. Cory Smith and James Curle will recap the week and look ahead to the upcoming week for both programs.
In the second segment, Pack9 legend Sam Highfill will join the show live from Amedeo's to discuss his time with the program -- including two trips to Omaha -- the season ahead for the Wolfpack and the start of his professional career. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more!
Just when it appeared NC State couldn't sink any lower in ACC play, the Wolfpack lost a home matchup to California. The Wolfpack (9-9, 2-5 ACC) shot 1-of-10 from behind the arc and notched five assists against a Golden Bears squad that had never won an ACC contest on the road -- until Saturday night.
Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger break down the loss for the Wolfpack, why State couldn't gain momentum against a porous Cal defense, Brandon Huntley-Hatfield's return, the abysmal three-point shooting, and where the Pack goes from here. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more.
If at first you don't succeed, brush yourself off and lose again. That's exactly what NC State did on Wednesday with its second straight collapse in Virginia, this time coming in a 79-76 loss to a bad Virginia Tech team. The Wolfpack led by more than two touchdowns again but couldn't find shots late as the Hokies stormed back with a 9-0 run in the final 2:47 of play to hand the Pack another crushing loss on the young season.
Cory Smith and Charlie Gribble discuss the Wolfpack's third straight road loss in ACC play and move to 0-4 on the road and 0-6 away from the Lenovo Center. The guys will break down the strong start to the game, the struggles defending the 3-pointer all night long, how the Hokies got back in the game and the epic collapse in the final minutes that led to another State loss. Watch or listen to the postgame podcast to get all that and more.
NC State football had a busy week in the transfer portal with five new additions in a six-day span, with three more high school commits set to join the program. Meanwhile, the Wolfpack basketball teams went 1-1, with the men's team losing its third in the last four and the women's team staying in the Top 25.
Alec Lower of Trinity Road Times will join Cory Smith and James Curle to discuss the additions for football, the men's program's offensive struggles, the women's West Coast swing and the week ahead for both programs. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all that and more!
After fighting back in the second half to tie the game up with 1:29 remaining, a critical turnover by NC State, dunk by Jalen Washington and a block by Washington led to a 63-61 loss for the Pack. Marcus Hill had 20 points and Ben Middlebrooks secured a career-high 14 rebounds, but the Wolfpack slipped to 9-7 overall and 2-3 in ACC play with the loss.
Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger break down the Wolfpack's first-half offensive struggles, lack of three-point shooting all game, Hill's huge game, Middlebrooks being the lone big man and how the Pack bungled the final minute in a tough loss to the Tar Heels. Watch or listen to the latest Postgame Podcast to get all of that and more.
In the first home game of the 2025 portion of the season, NC State found a way to pull out a 66-65 win over Notre Dame to move back to .500 in ACC play. The Wolfpack (9-6, 2-2 ACC) got a combined 29 points from Marcus Hill and Jayden Taylor, who finished a combined 5-of-11 on 3-pointers to mount the comeback inside the Lenovo Center.
Cory Smith and Miles Masercola look back on the Pack's strong finish, how State's offense ignited in the second half, strong nights for Taylor and Hill, the continued questions about the point guard position and look ahead to Saturday against UNC-Chapel Hill. Watch or listen to the latest Postgame Podcast to get all of that and more!
Just when it appeared NC State was going to be ravaged in the secondary by the transfer portal, the Wolfpack has bounced back with three new additions on defense. Meanwhile, the Pack's hoops teams are headed in different directions early in January.
Cory Smith and James Curle will discuss exits of four starting defensive backs the additions of Tra Thomas, Jamel Johnson and Jaren Sensabaugh from the portal. The guys will also break down the latest results for men's and women's basketball heading into to another critical week of ACC play.
Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State fought back on Saturday afternoon in Winston-Salem, but fell apart offensively in a 77-59 loss to Wake Forest. It was the second straight game where the Wolfpack (8-6, 1-2 ACC) imploded in the second half, only this time it led to a blowout loss after a slow start, too.
Cory Smith and Miles Masercola recap the Pack's struggles in the game, why the two-big lineup didn't work against Wake, how State can fix its offensive woes and look at the upcoming week. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State went into Charlottesville and played its best half of basketball in the first half but flopped in the second in a 70-67 loss to the Hoos. The Wolfpack fell to 1-1 in ACC play with the loss and hurt its resumé by falling to a team barely inside the Top 100 in the NET rankings.
Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger take a look back on what worked so well in the first half, what led to the second-half collapse, the status of Ben Middlebrooks and where the Pack goes from here after the road loss. Watch or listen to the latest Postgame Podcast to get all of that and more!
ANNAPOLIS, MD. -- Just when it appeared NC State would win its fourth straight over ECU and finally snap a four-game losing streak in bowl games, the Wolfpack fumbled the bag. Even with two fourth-quarter interceptions from Tamarcus Cooley to gift-wrap the offense a chance to put the game away late, State went conservative and was done in late by a back-breaking 86-yard TD from ECU and interception on the final drive.
Cory Smith and Michael Clark look back on the befuddling loss for the Wolfpack, Hollywood Smothers' huge night -- despite not getting a touch in the third quarter -- a rollercoaster ride in the fourth quarter and the brawl with less than one minute left. Watch or listen to the latest Postgame Podcast to get all of that and more!
The Wolfpack has been active in the transfer portal and on the court in the past week with new additions for football and wins in both men's and women's basketball. Cory Smith and James Curle will recap the week along with a look ahead at the Military Bowl.
NC State Athletics also put together a banner year in 2024 with multiple ACC Championships, two Final Four runs, a College World Series and more, so our guys will take a look back at their favorite moments from the year. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all that and more!
NC State is finally on the board with two transfer offensive linemen committing to the program for the 2025 season. Utah State transfer OT Teague Andersen and North Carolina A&T transfer IOL Brock Stukes have committed to the Pack to add both experience and depth to the Wolfpack's offensive line unit.
Cory Smith and Michael Clark discuss the new additions through the portal, how they expect them to fit into the team's plans for 2025, which players remain on the Pack's radar and potential upcoming plans in the portal. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more!
It's the middle of December and portal talks are heating up for NC State, but the big storyline has been the retaining of players from the 2024 season. The One Pack NIL Collective has announced 20 key players are set to return for 2025 after re-signing, including stars like CJ Bailey, Hollywood Smothers, Jacarrius Peak, Justin Joly, Brandon Cisse, Brandon Cleveland and so many others.
Cory Smith and James Curle will break down the latest when it comes to player retention and the transfer portal, early talk surrounding bowl practices, men's and women's hoops playing birds on the road and where both programs are heading near the Christmas break. Watch or listen to the latest weekly podcast to get all of that and more!
LAWRENCE, KAN. -- NC State struggled early in a 75-60 loss to No. 10 Kansas despite getting a big night from the big men. The Wolfpack (7-4, 1-0 ACC) shot less than 37 percent from the field and missed too many free throws early, but it was an awful start to go down 15-0 that doomed the Wolfpack.
Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger will discuss the continued early woes for the Pack, how Ben Middlebrooks and Brandon Huntley-Hatfield provided a glimmer of optimism and where the Pack goes now after four non-conference losses to quality opponents. Watch or listen to the latest Postgame Podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State needed heroic shooting yet again from Dontrez Styles and Marcus Hill, but got the job done in a 66-56 win over Coppin State in a game it was favored by 30-plus points. Ben Middlebrooks and Dennis Parker Jr. also finished in double figures, but the Pack got very little from its normal stars.
Cory Smith and Charlie Gribble discuss the Pack's slow start, the third straight 15-plus point night from Styles and Hill, what's going on with Michael O'Connell and Brandon Huntley-Hatfield and more. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more!
It's a wild part of the year for NC State with the hoops season getting into full swing, the transfer portal opening up and bowl season incoming. Cory Smith and James Curle will discuss all of that on the first portion of the podcast -- including the departure of Tony Gibson as the defensive coordinator.
In the second segment, Stephen Igoe of Hoist the Colours will join the show to preview the Wolfpack's matchup with ECU, what to expect from the Pirates and how this game came to be. Watch or listen to the latest weekly podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State needed an extra five minutes to get it done, but handled Florida State with relative ease in overtime for an 84-74 win to open ACC play. The Wolfpack (6-3, 1-0 ACC) snapped a 14-game OT winning streak for the Noles behind massive efforts from Dontrez Styles and Marcus Hill inside the Lenovo Center.
Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger break down the Pack’s much-needed win, the play of Styles and Hill over the last two games, limited production in the frontcourt and what the win means moving forward. Watch or listen to the latest Postgame Podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State did a lot of the little things right against Texas, but couldn't finish out in a 63-59 loss to the Longhorns. The Wolfpack (5-3) dropped its third straight despite getting a valiant effort from Dontrez Styles and Marcus Hill in their Lenovo Center return.
Cory Smith and Spencer Thomas discuss the Pack's improved effort against the Longhorns, the struggles at the free-throw line, Styles and Hill getting their groove back and Michael O'Connell's off night. Watch or listen to the latest Postgame Podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State is locking in double-digit commits on National Signing Day, with a ton of big names on the list in the 2025 class. But the biggest news of the week is of course the re-signing of CJ Bailey by One Pack NIL, which reinvigorates hope in the program from high school recruiting, the transfer portal and everything in between this offseason.
Cory Smith and Michael Clark will break down the 2025 class thus far on National Signing Day, discuss the Bailey return for next season, give their thoughts on the portal and take questions from the audience. Watch or listen to the latest Pack Pride Podcast to get all of that and more!
Even in a down year for the program, NC State went into Chapel Hill and won its fourth straight over UNC on Saturday. The Wolfpack sent Mack Brown packing with an L, earning bowl eligibility and helping itself in a major way heading into the offseason.
Cory Smith and James Curle will discuss all of that, the start of the transfer portal — including Kevin Concepcion's entry — and plenty of hoops with Pack legend Dereck Whittenburg also joining the show live to discuss his new book. Get all of that and more on the latest Pack Pride Weekly Podcast!
Trailing by one point with less than two minutes remaining, NC State used a clutch touchdown drive for a 35-30 win in Chapel Hill. The Wolfpack (6-6, 3-5 ACC) clinched bowl eligibility and earns its fourth straight victory over the Tar Heels (6-6, 3-5 ACC) to close out the regular season.
Cory Smith and Michael Clark recap the Wolfpack's comeback win, the second-half offensive performance, Davin Vann's masterful swan song, sending Mack Brown into the sunset with another L and looking ahead to the next couple weeks. Watch or listen to the full postgame podcast to get all of that and more.
The final score may have been 72-61, but NC State was punched in the mouth early by BYU and trailed by double digits for nearly the entire second half. The Wolfpack (5-2) leaves the Rady Children's Invitational with a 0-2 mark after getting handed two strikingly similar losses with the same issues rearing their ugly heads.
Cory Smith and Charlie Gribble recap the Wolfpack's loss to BYU, how the Cougars broke the Wolfpack's perimeter defense, the lack of physicality on the boards, strong nights from Michael O'Connell and Jayden Taylor offensively and how the Pack can turn things around before Texas. Watch or listen to the latest Postgame Podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State couldn't find its offense late as No. 13 Purdue ran away with a 71-61 win in the Rady Children's Hospital Invitational on Thanksgiving Day. The Wolfpack (5-1) jumped out to an early lead and trailed by one at the half, but was dominated in the post and couldn't get shots to fall down the stretch.
Cory Smith and Charlie Gribble take a look back at the poor three-point shooting effort, how Purdue kept the Pack from getting out in transition and standout players like Brandon Huntley-Hatfield despite the loss. Watch or listen to the latest Postgame Podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State closes out the 2024 season with one final chance to get to bowl eligibility on the road against UNC. The Wolfpack (5-6, 2-5 ACC) come into the game simply looking to salvage the year with a rivalry win while the Tar Heels (6-5, 3-4 ACC) are hoping to send off Mack Brown with one final win after his firing earlier this week.
Shelby Swanson of The News & Observer joins Cory Smith on this week's Pregame Podcast to preview the matchup in Chapel Hill. We'll discuss the impact of Brown's firing on the program, how Omarion Hampton has carried the Heels' offense, how the Carolina pass rush has limited opposing offenses, what the injury report looks like and get a prediction.
Just when it looked like NC State would capture another miraculous comeback, it wasn't meant to be in a 30-29 loss at Georgia Tech. The Wolfpack (5-6, 2-5 ACC) snatched defeat from the jaws of victory after taking a 29-23 lead with just 1:30 left in the game to fall below .500 heading into the final game of the season next week.
Cory Smith and Michael Clark will discuss the latest loss, CJ Bailey's performance, another offensive first half, the frustrating finish and what the Pack must do to pull out a win against UNC in just over one week. Watch or listen to the latest Postgame Podcast to get all of that and more!
For the first time since December 2021, NC State held an opponent to less than 50 points in a game in a 72-49 win over Colgate to move to 4-0 on the young season. The Wolfpack got season-high nights from Ben Middlebrooks (19 points) and Marcus Hill (17), but the rebounding performance from Dontrez Styles unlocked the Pack's extra possessions to pull away early and stay out front.
Cory Smith and Charlie Gribble will discuss the Wolfpack's dominant night on the boards, key offensive performances, the Pack finally getting right at the free-throw line, injury updates and what this win means for the rest of the season. Watch or listen to the latest Postgame Podcast to get all of that and more!
After a few weeks of optimism for the NC State football program, it headed into the final bye week with a befuddling loss to Duke on Senior Day. The Wolfpack has two games left -- both on the road -- to try to get to bowl eligibility, but a lot of questions remain for the program during and after the season.
Cory Smith and Michael Clark will take a look at what's gone wrong for NC State, how the program can change it -- now and in the offseason -- what the Wolfpack's portal strategy should be and who the priority players will be for NIL purposes. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State came out sloppy to close out the first half against Coastal with Michael O'Connell in foul trouble but closed out strong in an 82-70 win. The Wolfpack moved to 3-0 on the young season behind Jayden Taylor's efficient 22-point effort along with three other players in double figures.
Cory Smith and Miles Masercola break down the Wolfpack's balanced attack with Trey Parker and Dontrez Styles scoring season-highs, the first-half struggles without Michael O'Connell and what the return of Dennis Parker Jr. and Ismael Diouf brought in the win. Watch or listen to the full postgame podcast to get all of that and more!
On this episode of the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast, ACC Champion Casey Morsell joins Cory and James live from Amedeo's! The guys look back on the ACC Championship/Final Four banner reveal, this year's new-look squad, get Morsell's thoughts on the retirement of his former coach Tony Bennett and more!
We'll also discuss the loss to Duke in football, what the Wolfpack must fix to get to bowl eligibility and what we've learned about both men's and women's hoops through two games. Watch or listen to the latest weekly podcast to get all of that and more!
It wasn't a dominant win by any stretch, but NC State came away with an 81-72 win over Presbyterian to move to 2-0 on the season. Jayden Taylor and Ben Middlebrooks led the way with a combined 35 points and eight steals while Michael O'Connell tallied 10 points and eight assists.
Cory Smith and Charlie Gribble discuss the Wolfpack's tight win over the Blue Hose, key performances for State, issues from the charity stripe and the ball movement from the team as a whole. Watch or listen to the latest Postgame Podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State is looking to take its back-to-back wins in ACC play and stretch it to a winning streak on Saturday against Duke. The Wolfpack (5-4, 2-3 ACC) is hosting the Blue Devils (6-3, 2-3 ACC) on Senior Day inside Carter-Finley Stadium with both teams heading in different directions over the past two games.
Cory Smith will be joined by The Devils' Den Publisher Adam Rowe to discuss Manny Diaz's first year in Durham. We'll take a look at Maalik Murphy's up-and-down start at quarterback, the playmakers around him including Star Thomas and Jordan Moore and a breakdown of the staunch defense that ranks in the Top 5 in the ACC in sacks and interceptions this season.
Watch or listen to the latest Pregame Podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State opened the 2024-25 season with a dominant 97-66 win over USC Upstate behind four players finishing with double figures in the win. Three returning players from the March run all played key roles in the win with Ben Middlebrooks, Breon Pass and Jayden Taylor all having productive nights.
Cory Smith and Charlie Gribble break down the win for the Wolfpack, which players stood out in the season opener and the scenes at the Lenovo Center for the banner reveal. Watch or listen to the full podcast to get all that and more!
NC State's offense was humming all day long with eight total touchdowns -- six came on six straight drives -- to spatter Stanford in a 59-28 win. The Wolfpack finished with a season-high 281 rushing yards with five touchdowns on the ground -- two apiece from Jordan Waters and Hollywood Smothers -- while CJ Bailey threw for a career-high three touchdowns on the day.
Cory Smith and Michael Clark take a look back on a dominant afternoon for the Wolfpack, Bailey's strong performance, the ground game revitalization, the up-and-down day for the defense and DK Kaufman's big day on special teams. Watch or listen to get all of that and more on the latest Postgame Podcast!
NC State football resumes its 2024 season on Saturday with another matchup against a West Coast opponent, only this time it's at home against Stanford. The Wolfpack is looking to lock up a second straight ACC win against the upset-minded Cardinal, who took down Syracuse on the road earlier this season.
Pack Pride Editor Cory Smith is joined by Cardinal247 Editor Jackson Moore to discuss Stanford's struggles this season, how Ashton Daniels and Elic Ayomanor have led the offense thus far, a look at the defensive stars to know and get a prediction. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more!
With Primetime With the Pack in the rearview mirror, NC State men's and women's basketball are one week away from the season tipping off and banners being raised. And after a bye week, Wolfpack football will look to get back above .500 with Stanford coming to town on Saturday afternoon.
Cory Smith and James Curle take a look back on Primetime With the Pack, give their thoughts on the season ahead for men's and women's hoops, preview the Stanford matchup and what must change moving forward for football to stay on track. We'll cover all of that and more on the latest Pack Pride Weekly Podcast!
NC State tips off the 2024-25 season as defending ACC Champions for the first time in over three decades. The Wolfpack is also coming off its first Final Four run in more than four decades. But none of that helps this year's squad, which returns just one starter from that magical run with just a few key pieces returning along with eight new players on the roster.
Pack Pride Editor Cory Smith and analyst Miles Masercola will breakdown the current roster, which transfers and freshmen they believe will make the biggest impact, how the starters and rotations might look and where they see the Wolfpack finishing the season. Get all of that and more on the latest edition of the Pack Pride Podcast!
There's finally some positive vibes around the NC State football program after a 24-23 win over Cal just before the bye week. But with a 4-4 record and just one win in ACC play, this is nowhere near how the Wolfpack players, media or fans saw this season unfolding in Raleigh.
Pack Pride Editor Cory Smith and football analyst Michael Clark take a deep dive into what's gone wrong for the Pack this season, the impact of recent recruiting, transfer portal hits and misses and how the Pack can salvage this season with four games remaining. Watch or listen to the full podcast to get all of that and more!
It took some late-game heroics and a missed field goal by Cal to get there, but NC State pulled out a 24-23 win on the road. The Wolfpack heads into the bye at 4-4 with one ACC win, but finally has some momentum on its side and its QB of the future under center in CJ Bailey.
Cory Smith and James Curle take a look back on the win, why it was so important to salvage the remainder of the season and how critical this week's bye is to prepare for the final third of the year. The guys will also preview the 2024-25 season for women's basketball, discuss the scrimmages over the weekend and more!
Trailing by two scores in the fourth quarter, NC State found a way to reel off two touchdown drives to take a 24-23 lead over Cal. The Wolfpack held on thanks to a missed field goal from the Golden Bears and captured its first ACC win of the season heading into the bye week.
Cory Smith and Michael Clark recap the win, CJ Bailey's performance, offensive and defensive standouts and much more from the Wolfpack's much-needed win. Watch or listen to the full postgame podcast to get all of that and more!
After dropping two straight one-score games at home, NC State will travel out west to Berkeley to face Cal in ACC play. This marks the first time the two teams have faced off, with the Golden Bears coming in as massive favorites at home against the Wolfpack.
Pack Pride Editor Cory Smith is joined by Bear Territory publisher Jackson Moore to discuss Cal's rollercoaster start to the season, what Francisco Mendoza, Jaydn Ott, Jaivian Thomas and Jack Endries have done to change the offense as a whole, how the defense led by Nohl Williams has forced the most turnovers in the ACC and get his prediction. Watch or listen to the latest Pregame Podcast to get all that and more!
With its loss on Saturday to Syracuse, NC State dropped below .500 for the first time this season and remains winless in the ACC. Ahead of Saturday's game against Cal, the Wolfpack lost another starter to injury, another player left the team and AD Boo Corrigan is now sending out emails to thank fans for sticking in there.
Cory Smith and James Curle take a look back on the loss to Syracuse, what's going on with the football program, the KenPom rankings for hoops and whether or not basketball can save Wolfpack fans. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State looked like an improved team against Syracuse overall, but its disastrous finishes to multiple drives led to a 24-17 win for the Orange. The Wolfpack dropped to 0-3 in ACC play after three turnovers inside the Syracuse 30-yard line and the Orange punched every one in for a touchdown to come away with a tough win.
Cory Smith and Michael Clark will take a look at the loss, the performance of CJ Bailey and the offense as a whole, the defense's up-and-down night and what this game means for the road ahead. Watch or listen to get all of that and more on this Pregame Podcast!
Coming off a heartbreaking loss against Wake Forest last Saturday, NC State is still looking for its first ACC win of the season against Syracuse. The Wolfpack gets a resurgent Orange team inside Carter-Finley Stadium on a primetime stage with a chance to bounce back on the ACC Network.
Pack Pride Editor Cory Smith is joined by Mike McAllister of CuseNation on the 247Sports Network to discuss the Orange's 4-1 start to the season, the play of Kyle McCord and his elite playmakers around him, the defensive names to know and a prediction. Watch or listen to the latest Pregame Podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State football suffered another tough loss against Wake Forest and lost QB Grayson McCall in the process. What's the midseason outlook for the Wolfpack heading into the back half of the season at .500 overall and winless in the ACC?
Pack Pride editor Cory Smith will be joined by Grayson Boone of the Locked On Wolfpack podcast to discuss the state of the football program and look ahead to both men's and women's basketball with ACC Tip-Off currently taking place in Charlotte. Watch or listen to the latest Pack Pride Podcast to get all that and more!
NC State did everything possible to comeback from a large early deficit, but couldn't muster up defensive stops late in a 34-30 loss to Wake Forest. The Wolfpack leaned on CJ Bailey again after a Grayson McCall injury, but a 10-point lead wasn't enough as Wake methodically drove down the field twice to salt away the win.
Cory Smith and Michael Clark recap the befuddling loss with a look at Bailey's performance, the offense finding life late and the defense struggling to close the game out. Watch or listen to the full podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State is aiming to get its first ACC win of the season on Saturday when it hosts Wake Forest at Carter-Finley Stadium. The Wolfpack has recently dominated the rivalry with two straight wins and seven out of the last eight at home, but that will be tested against a high-powered Wake offense this weekend.
Les Johns of Demon Deacon Digest joins Pack Pride Editor Cory Smith to discuss the Demon Deacons' early struggles on defense, the health status of players like Demond Claiborne and Donavon Greene and give his prediction. Watch or listen to the full podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State scraped by with a strong defensive effort to down NIU and finish the month of September above .500. The Wolfpack showed glimpses of greatness on defense, but still needs the offense to catch up in order to truly compete in the ACC this season.
Alec Lower of Trinity Road Times steps in for Cory Smith to co-host the podcast with James Curle and discuss the game, preview the return to ACC play against Wake Forest and everything else with Wolfpack athletics this week. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State did what needed to be done to get a 24-17 win over NIU on Saturday afternoon inside Carter-Finley Stadium. The offense generated just 171 total yards while the defense scored a touchdown of its own, handed the ball to the offense at the one-yard line and essentially did it all in the victory.
Michael Clark and Cory Smith recap the Wolfpack's latest win, including the offensive struggles after the first drive, the defense's dominant afternoon and Caden Noonkester living up to his "Boomkester" persona. Watch or listen to the podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State is looking to bounce back once again after a blowout loss to a Power 4 opponent, this time against NIU. While it might not be a familiar opponent for the Wolfpack, head coach Dave Doeren will coach against his former team in desperate need of a win.
With the game exactly 48 hours away, Sports Editor of the Daily Chronicle Edward Carifio joins Cory Smith to break down the Huskies. The guys will discuss how Thomas Hammock has brought NIU back to national relevance, the up-and-down start for QB Ethan Hampton, the weapons around him and strength on the offensive line, defensive names to know and much more!
NC State football had another weekend to forget with a blowout loss to Clemson on the road After another lackluster performance from the defense, it appears big changes are coming — including on player already off the roster.
Cory Smith and James Curle will recap the loss, Anthony Belton fallout from his ejection, Red Hibbler no longer on the roster, defensive shakeups coming and even some hoops with a big-time pickup in the 2025 class. Listen to or watch the latest weekly podcast to get all of that and more!
The final score may have been 59-35, but it was a game that was out of control early and often for NC State against Clemson. The Wolfpack was ravaged early by the Tigers, allowing 100 rushing yards on the first three carries, and fell behind by four scores before scoring its first touchdown.
Cory Smith and Michael Clark will recap the frustrating performance on both sides of the ball, analyze CJ Bailey's first start in a Pack uniform and try to piece together what State can do to get back on track. Listen or watch the full Postgame Podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State is looking to get off to a strong start in ACC play with a tough road game at Clemson on Saturday. The Tigers have a lopsided loss and blowout win on their resumé and come off a bye week looking to maintain a home winning streak over the Wolfpack that has lasted more than two decades.
The State's Clemson beat writer Chapel Fowler joins Cory Smith this week to discuss Clemson's rollercoaster start to the season, how Cade Klubnik and his playmakers have performed so far and whether or not the defense has lived up to expectations. Get all of that and more on the latest Pregame Podcast!
There's never a dull moment when it comes to NC State football. For the third straight season and fifth time in the last six years, Dave Doeren will make a QB change with true freshman CJ Bailey taking over for an injured Grayson McCall in the ACC opener at Clemson. Cory Smith and James Curle will discuss the move to Bailey, his performance against LA Tech and preview Clemson during the first portion of the podcast.
In the second half, ACC Network analyst and former Clemson offensive lineman Eric Mac Lain will join the show to discuss Saturday's game. The guys will discuss what to expect from the Tigers on Saturday, being a first-time starter in the ACC, how the conference is shaping up this season and much more.
NC State football found a way. It wasn't always pretty, but the Wolfpack survived a close call against Louisiana Tech with a 30-20 win behind CJ Bailey coming in and igniting the Pack's offense after an injury for Grayson McCall.
Michael Clark and Cory Smith recap the win for the Wolfpack, Bailey's performance, the Pack's defensive effort in the second half and what the Pack should do moving forward. Watch the full postgame podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State will look to have a bounce-back performance on Saturday afternoon with Louisiana Tech coming to town. The Bulldogs are coming off back-to-back 3-9 seasons, but are in a make-or-break season for Sonny Cumbie and have several new faces looking to make a huge impact against a Power 4 opponent.
Ruston Daily Leader sports editor Matt Belinson joins Cory Smith this week to discuss the status of starting QB Jack Turner, the playmakers around him on offense and why two former SEC linebackers lead the way for the defense. Get all of that and more on the latest Pregame Podcast!
NC State lost in disastrous fashion to a now-Top 10 Tennessee team on Saturday night by a final of 51-10. Cory Smith and James Curle will do something no member of the NC State fanbase truly wants to do right now — talk about it.
The guys will discuss the performance on both sides of the ball, what areas need to improve the most before ACC play begins, Doeren’s big-game struggles and more. We’ll also open it up to fans questions in the second half of the show to discuss what’s on the minds of Wolfpack fans after a rough weekend.
It wasn't the Wolfpack's night -- and that's putting it nicely. On a national stage in a neutral site against an SEC opponent, No. 24 NC State suffered one of the most lopsided losses of the Dave Doeren era in a 51-10 loss to No. 14 Tennessee.
The Volunteers capitalized on the Wolfpack's mistakes early to take a three-score lead into the locker room then pummeled the Pack in the second half. Cory Smith and Michael Clark will discuss the loss, break down what went so wrong for the Pack and where the program goes from here.
NC State and Tennessee are set to do battle on Saturday night in Charlotte under the lights at Bank of America Stadium in the Duke's Mayo Classic. Both teams are looking to set the tone for their respective seasons, with the Wolfpack and Volunteers hoping to contend for conference championships this fall.
On this week's Pregame Podcast, GoVols247 senior writer Wes Rucker will join Cory Smith to discuss the Volunteers. The guys will break down Nico Iamaleava making his third start, the weapons at his disposal on offense, the vaunted defensive line, an inexperienced secondary and much more!
NC State used a strong fourth-quarter finish to take down Western Carolina in the season opener, but Week 2 will be a much tougher test. Cory Smith and James Curle will discuss the Week 1 win and where the Wolfpack must improve.
In the second segment, Jordan Crammer of CBS 17 -- a Tennessee graduate -- will join us to preview the matchup against the Volunteers. We'll discuss all of that and more on the latest Pack Pride Weekly Podcast!
It was far from perfect, but NC State found a way to pull out a 38-21 win over Western Carolina in the 2024 season opener. The Wolfpack got a career-high three touchdowns from Kevin Concepcion and two TDs from Jordan Waters, as both finished with more than 100 yards on the night.
But early miscues by the offense and a few mistakes on defense left the door wide open for Western to pull off a massive upset. Cory Smith and Michael Clark will discuss the Wolfpack's fourth-quarter heroics, Grayson McCall's up-and-down debut in red and white, the defense finding its footing late and more on the postgame podcast!
NC State plays its first football game of the 2024 season in just over 48 hours! To prepare for the season opener against Western Carolina, Cory Smith and Michael Clark give their thoughts on the Catamounts and what to expect from the Wolfpack.
Will the Pack have be tested by WCU QB Cole Gonzales and the Catamounts experienced DBs? Which players will we be watching in their first starts at the college level? How much playing time will the backups get to prepare for snaps down the road? We'll discuss all of that and more on the first Pregame Podcast of the season!
NC State plays football this week, folks! The Wolfpack will kick off the season with Western Carolina coming to Carter-Finley Stadium on Thursday night. After an offseason of waiting, Pack fans will finally get to see this revamped roster take on an actual opponent.
To celebrate this wondrous occasion, Chip Patterson of CBS Sports will join Cory Smith and James Curle LIVE from Amedeo's on Monday night! The guys will give their takes on what to expect from the Pack this season, give their over/under picks for the season -- including win totals -- and much more!
The NC State season kicks off in exactly one week, so it's finally time to break down our projections for 2024. Cory Smith and Michael Clark will give their game-by-game predictions for the Wolfpack's highly-anticipated campaign.
Can the Pack pull off at least one upset in September? Will State avoid stubbing its toe in the final eight games after Clemson? Who poses the biggest threat to the Pack reaching 10 wins down the stretch? We'll discuss all of that and more on this episode!
The NC State football season is just 10 days away, so it's time to pack in as much offseason talk as possible! NC State legend and ESPN announcer Debbie Antonelli will join the show to discuss having her name added to the Reynolds Coliseum rafters, getting a chance to see the football program up close and her thoughts on both basketball programs this season.
In the second segment, Josh Pate of Late Kick Live will join us again for a third straight offseason to preview the Wolfpack. Pate will give a national take on NC State heading into the season, his expectations for the Pack's tough first month, why he feels Grayson McCall is one of the most important players in the ACC and much more.
The NC State football season is rapidly approaching and fall camp is already underway. Before we get to that point, Cory Smith and Michael Clark will have complete breakdowns of each position group heading into the 2024 season.
In this episode, the guys will take an in-depth look at the final group -- special teams. How much can Caden Noonkester grow as a punter this season? Can Kanoah Vinesett carry on the recent trend of strong placekickers in Raleigh? Who are the names to know when it comes to the return game?
We'll cover all of that and more on the latest position podcast!
The NC State football season is rapidly approaching and fall camp is already underway. Before we get to that point, Cory Smith and Michael Clark will have complete breakdowns of each position group heading into the 2024 season.
In this episode, the guys will take an in-depth look at the final defensive group -- safeties. What is the latest on the status of Devan Boykin? How much help did the Wolfpack add this offseason with Donovan Kaufman and Kerry Martin? Who are the names to know when it comes to X-factors?
The NC State football season is rapidly approaching and fall camp is already underway. Before we get to that point, Cory Smith and Michael Clark will have complete breakdowns of each position group heading into the 2024 season.
In this episode, the guys will take an in-depth look at the cornerback and nickels. What are the expectations for Aydan White in his final season? How much growth have we seen from Brandon Cisse this offseason? Who are the names to know at nickel with Ja'Had Carter and Tamarcus Cooley getting their first offseason with the Pack?
We discuss all that and more on the latest podcast!
Both preseason polls are out and NC State is officially a Top 25 team heading into the 2024 campaign in the AP and Coaches polls. Alec Lower of Trinity Road Times joins Cory and James from Amedeo’s to discuss the rankings and preview the Pack’s season.
The guys will also play buy or sell on several NC State-related topics to get Wolfpack fans prepared for the season ahead. Listen to or watch the latest podcast to get all of that and more!
The NC State football season is rapidly approaching and fall camp is about to start. Before we get to that point, Cory Smith and Michael Clark will have complete breakdowns of each position group heading into the 2024 season.
In this episode, the guys will take an in-depth look at the linebacker position. What steps has the Wolfpack taken this offseason to replace Payton Wilson? How much growth have we seen from Caden Fordham and Sean Brown this offseason? How is the battle for the final outside linebacker spot shaping up?
We've got all that and more on the latest position preview podcast!
The NC State football season is rapidly approaching and fall camp is about to start. Before we get to that point, Cory Smith and Michael Clark will have complete breakdowns of each position group heading into the 2024 season.
In this episode, the guys will take an in-depth look at the defensive line position. Can Davin Vann develop into a high-end NFL Draft pick this fall? How critical is the development of Brandon Cleveland and Travali Price this offseason? Is depth in the trenches a major concern this fall?
We dissect all of that and more on the latest Position Preview Podcast!
The Pack Pride Weekly Podcast makes its triumphant return after taking a month off with a look at the start of NC State's fall camp. Cory Smith and James Curle will break down their thoughts on the season ahead, Victory Day held on Friday and the Coaches Poll release.
In the second half of the show, the new "Voice of the Wolfpack" Matt Chazanow will join the show. Chazanow will discuss his new role, returning to North Carolina, following a legend in Gary Hahn, his connection to NC State and much more!
The NC State football season opens in less than five weeks with the Wolfpack kicking off against Western Carolina. The Pack brings back a wealth of experience from last year's squad along with one of the best transfer recruiting classes in the country.
On this Sunday Sit Down with Pack Pride, Wolfpack tight end Justin Joly discusses his decision to transfer from UConn to NC State. Joly also details how excited he is to play in Robert Anae's offense, his chemistry with Grayson McCall and the weapons that were brought in around him. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State opened up fall camp on Wednesday morning with several new faces all over the field. The transfers were numerous with names like Grayson McCall, Noah Rogers and Justin Joly dominating the hype train, but several returning players like Kevin Concepcion and freshmen like Terrell Anderson and Jonathan Paylor are also making waves.
Cory Smith and Michael Clark discuss the latest when it comes to NC State as fall camp gets underway with less than one month before the season kicks off. Watch the latest podcast to get all of the scoop from camp, early standouts and more while also answering questions live!
The NC State football season is rapidly approaching and fall camp is about to start. Before we get to that point, Cory Smith and Michael Clark will have complete breakdowns of each position group heading into the 2024 season.
In this episode, the guys will take an in-depth look at the offensive line position. How much will players like Anthony Belton, Tim McKay and other returning starters progress? What does the addition of Zeke Correll do for the Pack's trenches? Who are some of the names to know from a depth standpoint for the Pack's line?
We'll discuss all of that and more on the latest position preview podcast!
The NC State football season opens in less than five weeks with the Wolfpack kicking off against Western Carolina. The Pack brings back a wealth of experience from last year's squad along with one of the best transfer recruiting classes in the country.
On this Sunday Sit Down with Pack Pride, Wolfpack linebacker Sean Brown discusses his move from the safety position. He breaks down the reason for switching to linebacker, how the room is moving forward without Payton Wilson, the growth of Caden Fordham, his relationship with Tony Gibson and much more.
The NC State football season is rapidly approaching and fall camp is about to start. Before we get to that point, Cory Smith and Michael Clark will have complete breakdowns of each position group heading into the 2024 season.
In this episode, the guys will take an in-depth look at the tight ends/FLEXY position. What will the addition of Justin Joly -- the No. 3 tight end in the transfer portal -- do for Robert Anae's offense? Can this still be a breakout year for Juice Vereen with the Wolfpack? Which traditional tight end will make an impact in the run game? Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all that and more!
The NC State football season is rapidly approaching and fall camp is about to start. Before we get to that point, Cory Smith and Michael Clark will have complete breakdowns of each position group heading into the 2024 season.
Next up is an in-depth look at the wide receiver room. With Kevin Concepcion returning after a breakout freshman campaign, what are realistic expectations for the Freshman All-American? Just how high are the ceilings for incoming transfers Noah Rogers and Wesley Grimes? Can Dacari Collins make a huge leap after injury issues last year? Which freshmen will step up after bringing in a star-studded receiver class?
We'll recap it all on this edition of the Position Preview Podcast!
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The NC State football season opens in less than six weeks with the Wolfpack kicking off against Western Carolina. The Pack brings back a wealth of experience from last year's squad along with one of the best transfer recruiting classes in the country.
On this Sunday Sit Down with Pack Pride, offensive tackle Anthony Belton discusses how he's preparing for his final season with the Wolfpack. Belton breaks down areas he's improved this offseason, having Garett Tujague as a position coach, how the new playmakers on offense have performed, the addition of Zeke Correll and much more.
The NC State football season is rapidly approaching and fall camp is about to start. Before we get to that point, Cory Smith and Michael Clark will have complete breakdowns of each position group heading into the 2024 season.
This episode will take an in-depth look at the running back position. What will the additions of Jordan Waters and Hollywood Smothers do for the Pack's backfield? Can Kendrick Raphael take a leap after a strong finish to the 2023 season? Who are the other names to know in the running back room? We'll discuss it all on this podcast!
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The NC State football season is rapidly approaching and fall camp is about to start. Before we get to that point, Cory Smith and Michael Clark will have complete breakdowns of each position group heading into the 2024 season.
First up is an in-depth look at the quarterback room. With Grayson McCall transferring to NC State, what are the realistic expectations for the veteran QB? Just how ready is Cedrick Bailey if he's thrust into action? And what does the future look like at the position? We'll recap it all on this edition of the Position Preview Podcast!
NC State wrapped up the 2023-24 season in recent weeks, and what a season it was. Not only did the Wolfpack land multiple ACC Championships and finish inside countless Top 25s, but also earned trips to both Final Fours, the College World Series and another National Championship.
Cory Smith and James Curle planned to wrap all of that up, but the discussion with former Wolfpack guard Casey Morsell was too compelling to end, so we spent the entire episode talking to him. We'll discuss his time in Raleigh, what his final season meant after early struggles, his basketball journey, why he passed up professional options and look ahead to what he has coming up this summer. Don't miss out on this episode!
Just three months ago, DJ Horne and NC State were preparing for a trip to Dallas to take on Marquette and eventually Duke in the Sweet 16 and Elite Eight. While the Wolfpack's magical run is over, Horne joins the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast to look back on the wild ride to Phoenix, his status as a hometown hero, preparing for the NBA Draft and several other topics.
On the second segment, Cory Smith and James Curle will look back at a productive week for NC State football recruiting with five new commits and Pack hoops adding French-Canadian big man Ismaël Diouf to complete the roster. Listen to or watch this week's podcast to get all of that and so much more!
NC State is done in Omaha after falling to Florida, 5-4, in Monday's elimination game in the College World Series. The Wolfpack gave up four runs in the second with Dom Fritton on the mound and couldn't quite get back over the hump after taking a 1-0 lead in the first inning to end the season in the CWS.
Alec Sawyer joins Cory Smith and James Curle to discuss the Wolfpack's season, the tough losses in Omaha and more when it comes to NC State baseball. Can the Wolfpack rebuild this loaded team and make another run next year? We'll discuss all that and more on this week's podcast!
After downing No. 7 Georgia in the Super Regionals, NC State is already in Omaha for the third time in the last 11 years! Cory Smith and Alec Sawyer take a look back at the Athens Super Regionals and look ahead to the College World Series.
Who were some of the biggest stars from Athens? How battle-tested is the Pack9 after beating two SEC teams in the last two weeks to reach Omaha? What does NC State's side of the bracket look like this weekend? We'll take a look at all of that and more on the latest podcast!
NC State clinched an 8-5 win over No. 7 Georgia to seal up the Athens Super Regional and head back to the College World Series. James Curle and Cory Smith recap the Pack's huge win on the latest edition of the podcast!
How big were the bats from veterans and freshmen alike to propel the Pack to Omaha? How about those arms with Logan Whitaker, Jacob Dudan and Derrick Smith all shutting down the Dawgs? We'll discuss all of that and preview Omaha on this week's podcast!
Following a dominant showing in the Raleigh Regional, No. 10 NC State is heading to Athens to take on No. 7 Georgia in the Super Regionals. Peter Flaherty of Baseball America joins Alec Sawyer and Cory Smith to discuss the Pack9's run and preview the Athens Super Regionals.
The guys break down the hitting, pitching and defense for the Bulldogs, along with what to expect from Charlie Condon and the rest of the UGA lineup. We'll also dissect the Pack9's current draft class and where players like Jacob Cozart, Alec Makarewicz, Eli Serrano III and others could land in the upcoming draft.
For the second time in four years, NC State is heading to the Super Regionals after sweeping the Raleigh Regional. Cory Smith and James Curle will discuss how the Pack9 rolled through the competition at Doak Field and what comes next against No. 7 Georgia in the Athens Regional.
In the second segment, ACC Network analyst Eric Mac Lain will join the guys to discuss NC State football's offseason. How does this team match up with his former program in Clemson? And does the Pack have the pieces to make a run at an ACC Championship? Watch or listen to this week's podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State is set to host its first Regional in Raleigh since the 2018 season after a strong finish to the 2024 campaign. With South Carolina, James Madison and Bryant coming to town, can the Wolfpack advance from Doak Field for the first time in over a decade?
Andrew Ciencin rejoins Alec Sawyer and Cory Smith to recap the season, break down the Raleigh Regional and discuss the Pack9's chances of advancing. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State was bounced from the ACC Tournament after going 1-1, but still earned hosting duties with the Raleigh Regional starting this Friday. The Pack9 will play as the No. 10 overall seed with South Carolina, James Madison and Bryant all coming to Doak Field.
Cory Smith and James Curle will take a look at the field, what led to the Wolfpack finishing with a Top-10 seed and what the path to Omaha looks like. The guys will also discuss Abby Lampe's second Cheese Roll championship, the latest on NC State basketball scheduling and more!
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Coming off a massive sweep of Wake Forest, NC State heads into the ACC Tournament as a near lock for a Regional host and a Top 4 seed in Charlotte. But could a run this week lead to even more for the Pack when it comes to the NCAA Tournament?
Cory and James are joined by Alec Sawyer to discuss the latest when it comes to the Pack9, break down the ACC Tourney and outlook for the NCAA Tournament. Get all of that and more on the latest podcast!
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No. 17 NC State baseball is coming off another huge series win over No. 10 Virginia on the road and has just one series remaining. With the Pack9 hosting No. 8 Wake Forest this weekend, the opportunity to host an NCAA Regional and clinch a Top 4 seed in the ACC Tournament are both on the line.
Eric Sorenson of D1Baseball joins Alec Sawyer and Cory Smith to talk about the Pack's hopes at hosting a Regional with three regular-season games remaining. Watch or listen to the full podcast for that discussion, a recap of the Virginia series, preview of Wake Forest and much more!
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NC State had another big week on and off the field as the football team added several quality transfers and baseball kept things humming. Cory Smith and James Curle discuss the latest on the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast!
The guys discuss the additions of Kerry Martin, Chazz Wallace and Ja'Had Carter through the transfer portal on the football side. They'll also breakdown the series win over No. 10 Virginia and where the Pack9 stands heading into the final series of ACC play.
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After a long hiatus, the Sawyer & Ciencin Podcast is back! Andrew Ciencin is still out, but Cory Smith jumps in to discuss everything that's happened for the Pack9 over the last month and look ahead to the upcoming series.
Alec Sawyer and Cory discuss the Wolfpack's recent play, the upcoming series against Virginia and much more on the return of the Sawyer & Ciencin podcast! With the postseason just around the corner, NC State is finally retooling with players returning from injury and could be on track to start clicking at the right time in May and June.
On this week's Pack Pride Weekly Podcast episode, Cory and James look back at the week that was for baseball, basketball recruiting and more. We'll also dissect the weekends for men's and women's tennis, softball and what the next few weeks could bring.
On the second portion of the show, NC State signee Zamareya Jones joins the show to discuss her State Championship-winning season with North Pitt, the McDonald's and Jordan Brand All-American Games and what she's bringing to the Wolfpack next season. Get all of that and more on the latest Pack Pride Weekly Podcast!
On this week’s episode of the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast, Cory Smith and James Curle discuss the Pack9’s sweep over Ball State, the results of the 2024 NFL Draft, the addition of Marcus Hill and Caitlin Weimar through the portal and the departure of Mo Diarra.
In the second segment, former NC State wideout Kelvin Harmon will join the show to discuss his hot start in the UFL with the DC Defenders, his journey back to football, the current Wolfpack wide receivers room and much more!
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This week's Pack Pride Weekly Podcast is PACKed with great guests in person and through the live stream! In the first segment, Cory and James will be joined live from Amedeo's by former Wolfpack forward Richard Howell to discuss NC State's run in the ACC and NCAA Tournament, his new position as Green Hope head coach and much more.
In the second segment, CBS Sports Senior NFL Writer Will Brinson will jump on the podcast to break down the upcoming NFL Draft, Payton Wilson's stock and the Pack's prospects for next season. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all that and more!
After one week off, the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast is BACK! Cory Smith and James Curle are back at Amedeo's prior to the NC State and City of Raleigh celebration for the men's and women's teams making the Final Four.
The guys will reflect once more on the runs that got them to this point, how it has helped State early on in the portal and much more. Michael Clark will also join to discuss the Spring Game and recap the camp as a whole in the final portion!
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NC State fought back all night against Purdue on defense, but couldn't find enough offense in a 63-50 loss in the Final Four. The Wolfpack ends the year with 26 wins -- the most in the Kevin Keatts era -- along with its fourth Final Four in program history.
Cory Smith and Miles Masercola recap the Wolfpack's loss to Purdue, Michael O'Connell's injury, the run for State to turn the entire program around and the legacy of the seniors. Watch or listen to the full podcast to get all of that and more!
Over the course of 20 days, NC State has now won nine straight games to propel itself into the Final Four. But that's not the only huge story as the Pack has both the men's and women's teams in the Final Four for the first time in program history.
Cory Smith and James Curle will be joined by singer BJ Barham of American Aquarium to discuss his trips to see the Pack cut down the nets, moments with his daughter Pearl and what both runs mean for Wolfpack fans. Watch or listen to the full podcast to get all of that and more!
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DALLAS -- NC State is heading to the Final Four for the first time since the 1983 season! The Wolfpack downed Duke by a final of 76-64 to win its ninth straight game and keep the improbable run going all the way into Phoenix!
Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger break down the win on the Postgame Podcast, highlighting the play of the DJs, the Wolfpack's miraculous run, putting the game into perspective and look ahead to Purdue! Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more!
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NC State kept dancing with a dominant win over No. 2 Marquette, 67-58, to advance to the first Elite Eight for the program since the 1986 season. The Wolfpack will meet up with No. 4 Duke for a chance to advance to the Final Four.
Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger break down the massive win over Marquette, the performances from DJ Horne, Casey Morsell and Mohamed Diarra along with a preview of Duke. Watch or listen to the latest Postgame Podcast to get all that and more!
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The Wolfpack is dancing into the Sweet 16 for the first time in nine years! Cory Smith and James Curle will be joined by Scott Wood to discuss the Wolfpack’s run so far and what comes next in Dallas against Marquette.
The guys will also break down the women’s game against NC State at Reynolds Coliseum, the gymnastics ACC Championship and baseball’s series win over Duke! Watch or listen to the full podcast to get that and more!
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NC State is heading to the Sweet 16 for the first time in nine years after a 79-73 win over Oakland. The No. 11 Wolfpack got a 24-point, 11-rebound double-double from DJ Burns along with four other players finishing in double figures to pull out its seventh straight win and keep dancing into Dallas.
Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger break down the Wolfpack's massive win, DJ Burns' historic double-double, how belief continues to drive the Pack and what comes next in Dallas. Watch or listen to the full podcast to get all of that and more!
Don't call them Cinderella. NC State and Oakland may be double-digit seeds, but both believe they landed in March Madness for a reason. The Wolfpack dominated Texas Tech, but can it advance to the Sweet 16 with a win over the Golden Grizzlies?
Chase Graham and Miles Masercola preview the Wolfpack's Round of 32 game, how to limit Jack Gohlke, the rise of the Pack's big men surrounding DJ Burns and what the Pack needs to do in order to survive and advance. Watch or listen to the full podcast to get all of that and more!
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NC State ran away from Texas Tech in the second half for an 80-67 win to advance to the Second Round of the NCAA Tournament. The Wolfpack got three huge performances from the big men with Ben Middlebrooks, D.J. Burns and Mohamed Diarra all finishing with 16-plus against the Red Raiders.
Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger break down the Wolfpack's first NCAA Tournament victory of the Kevin Keatts era, the key players that got the Pack past the Red Raiders and what comes next in Pittsburgh. Watch or listen to the full podcast to get all of that and more!
It's been more than 48 hours and the feeling of being an ACC Champion hasn't worn off for NC State men's basketball fans. Now the Wolfpack is heading off to Pittsburgh to take on No. 6 seed Texas Tech in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
James Curle and Cory Smith give their look back at the Wolfpack's historic run to the ACC Tournament and preview what the NCAA Tournament will look like for both the men's and women's hoops teams. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that, women's hoops, wrestling and much more!
NC State closed out a monumental week with an ACC Championship after a five-day stretch of five straight wins. Miles Masercola and Chase Graham recap the first ACC title in 37 years and look at the Wolfpack’s NCAA Tournament berth.
What led to the Pack getting to the title game and knocking off UNC for the title? What should State fans expect from No. 6 seed Texas Tech when the teams face off in Pittsburgh? Watch or listen to this week’s podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State closed out a five-day run with a dominant second half to beat UNC and win the 2024 ACC Championship. The Wolfpack clinched its first ACC title since the 1987 season with a complete team effort that landed DJ Burns Tournament MVP honors along with three others on the First or Second Team.
Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger will discuss the Wolfpack's win, what it means for the program as a whole, the NCAA Tournament implications and the special performances that led to the win. Watch or listen to the full podcast to get all of that and more!
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NC State clawed back from being six points down with 51 seconds remaining and closed it out in overtime to down Virginia, 73-65, to head to the ACC Championship Game. The Wolfpack got a huge shot from Michael O'Connell to send it into OT and DJ Burns closed things out with seven points in OT alone.
Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger recap the Wolfpack's massive win, the performances that led to the victory and look ahead to the matchup against UNC-Chapel Hill on Saturday night. Watch or listen to the full podcast to get all of that and more.
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With NC State's backs against the wall again, the Wolfpack responded with a 74-69 win over No. 11 Duke in the ACC Tournament quarterfinals. State now keeps riding its magical run into the ACC semifinals for the first time since the 2014 season.
Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger will recap the Wolfpack's huge win, gutsy performances from DJ Horne and Mohamed Diarra along with what it all means for the program. Listen or watch the full Postgame Podcast to get all that and more!
NC State came out firing on all cylinders against Syracuse to cruise to an 83-65 victory to advance to the ACC Tournament quarterfinals. The Wolfpack dominated in several areas, including 30-9 in points off turnovers, 20-7 in second-chance points and 19-8 in fastbreak points.
Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger recap the Wolfpack's dominant win, take a look at DJ Horne's return, Jayden Taylor's consistent offensive play and much more. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more.
With NC State set to start the ACC Tournament on Tuesday afternoon, Miles Masercola and Chase Graham give their thoughts on Kevin Keatts, the status of the program, the Louisville matchup and more.
The guys discuss what's led to the current situation, the importance of DJ Horne and the start of sports betting in North Carolina. Listen to or watch the full podcast to get that and more.
With NC State men's basketball starting the ACC Tournament on Tuesday afternoon, Cory Smith and James Curle are joined by Alec Lower of Trinity Road Times to break down Kevin Keatts' status, where the team goes from here and more.
To close things out, the guys will discuss the latest on women's basketball, wrestling and more men's hoops ahead of the matchup against Louisville in Washington, D.C. on Tuesday. Watch or listen to the full podcast to get all of that and more.
NC State baseball is coming off a torching hot week at the plate and went 5-0 before starting ACC play. Cory Smith and Alec Sawyer will break down the week that was for the Pack9 and look ahead to the Boston College series.
In the second half of the Sawyer & Ciencin Podcast, Aaron Fitt of D1Baseball will join the show! Fitt discussed the start for the Pack9, the strength of college baseball in the Carolinas, preview the BC series and much more.
NC State was handed a loss in its final home game of the season by No. 9 Duke, falling apart in the second half in a 79-64 loss. The Wolfpack (17-13, 9-10 ACC) got crushed on the offensive boards early on then gave up 21 points off turnovers late as Duke beat the Pack at its own game.
James Curle, Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger give their thoughts on the frustrating loss, DJ Burns scoring 27 points in his final home game and the status of Kevin Keatts after the loss. Watch or listen to the full podcast to get all of that and more.
NC State got out to an early lead at No. 9 UNC and took control by halftime, but caved down the stretch in a 79-70 loss. The Wolfpack (17-12, 9-9 ACC) went nearly 11 minutes without a made field goal, allowing the Tar Heels to climb back and take a double-digit lead before the Pack answered the bell offensively.
Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger breakdown the latest loss, what happened offensively for the Wolfpack, what this means for Kevin Keatts and the program as a whole and other topics from Saturday night. Watch or listen to the latest Pregame Podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State football opened spring practice earlier this week ahead of the 2024 spring game in just over one month. Cory Smith and Michael Clark discuss their early observations from the first day of camp, give thoughts on the early depth chart and much more!
Give us your thoughts and questions during this live podcast and we'll do our best to answer some throughout the show. Watch or listen to the full podcast to get caught up on all the latest regarding Wolfpack football!
NC State fell once again this week in a crippling loss for the program on the road at Florida State in Tallahassee. The Seminoles got everything they wanted offensively, scoring 90 points in the win -- only the second time the Wolfpack (17-11, 9-8 ACC) has allowed 90-plus points this season.
Miles Masercola and Chase Graham break down the frustrating loss for the Pack, what's coming up over the next 72 hours against UNC and Duke along with where the program is heading under Kevin Keatts. Watch or listen to the latest Two Perspectives Podcast to get all of that and more!
It was another busy week for N.C. State with basketball having mixed results, baseball pulling out a series win and even some recruiting success in the portal. Cory and James recap it all on the first segment along with a look ahead to this coming week.
The guys will also recap the ACC Championships for wrestling and men’s swimming & diving, along with the controversy surrounding the disqualification of Owen Lloyd. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more!
NC State clinched its opening series with a mix of veteran and freshman talent leading the charge past VCU. With the Sunday win, Elliott Avent notched an historic 1,000th victory and was honored at Doak Field.
Alec Sawyer and Cory Smith recap the opening weekend, standouts on the mound and at the plate, Avent’s memorable win and take a look at the Hawaii series. Watch or listen to get all of that and more in this week’s podcast!
NC State found a way to overcome a 15-point halftime deficit, but couldn't close out Syracuse in an 87-83 loss at home. The Wolfpack wasted a 32-point effort from DJ Horne along with a double-double from Ben Middlebrooks after giving up 55 points in the first half alone.
Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger discuss the latest loss on the Postgame Podcast. The guys look back on Horne's huge night, the struggles on defense in the first half, the final possession and what the loss means for the Pack's resumé as a whole.
NC State had a nearly perfect week from a program standpoint, highlighted by huge road wins for men’s and women’s hoops. The Wolfpack men finally notched a Quad 1 win at Clemson while the women took down Top-25 Notre Dame before winning an OT thriller against Georgia Tech.
Cory Smith and James Curle discuss the pivotal victories for both teams, the ACC Championship for gymnastics, Top-10 win for wrestling, baseball’s season opener and more!
NC State clawed back for a critical 78-77 win over Clemson on the road behind a clutch shot by DJ Horne with 9.8 seconds remaining. Horne scored 13 of the Wolfpack's final 17 points to finish with 27 on the night, carrying State to its first Quad 1 road win of the season.
Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger discuss the Pack's latest win, Horne's masterful performance, how State clawed back for the win and the importance of the victory overall. Watch or listen to the full Postgame Podcast to get all of that and more!
The NC State baseball season officially gets underway this coming Friday as the Wolfpack hosts VCU! Alec Sawyer and Cory Smith — who is stepping in for Andrew Ciencin — will recap an eventful offseason and look ahead to the 2024 season.
The guys will also hand out their own preseason awards for MVP, Pitcher of the Year, Transfer of the Year, season predictions and several others. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more!
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The last week has been an interesting one for NC State hoops, with two narrow losses on the men's side and a 2-1 week for the women's team with a critical loss to Virginia Tech. Cory and James will discuss both programs along with success in other sports in the first half of the podcast.
Wolfpack radio play-by-play announcer Andrew Sanders will join the show in the second half to break down the women's team and talk some Pack9 baseball with the first pitch being thrown this Friday. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of this and more!
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NC State went on the road at Wake Forest and went blow-for-blow with one of the top offenses in the ACC, but ultimately fell by a final of 83-79 after missing three straight shots to close the game.
Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger recap the loss on the latest Postgame Podcast. What more can DJ Horne do for the Wolfpack with the rest of the backcourt struggling? Is the frontcourt starting to actually develop some offensive consistency? Is there any chance at making the Big Dance after Saturday's loss? We'll discuss all of that and more on this episode!
With a chance to make it a clean sweep at home, NC State lost the third game of its homestand frustratingly to Pittsburgh. The Wolfpack outshot, out defended and got Pitt off its game in the second half, but couldn't hit free throws -- missing 12 of 18 in a three-point loss.
Cory Smith and Miles Masercola discuss what led to the latest loss, bright spots from DJ Burns and the bigs off the bench, Jayden Taylor's frustrating night and what it all means moving forward. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more.
NC State women's basketball just notched ANOTHER Top-25 win with a 77-67 victory over No. 16 Louisville to earn its 20th win of the season in the Play4Kay Game. It capped off a remarkable week for NC State Athletics as a whole, which saw wins in men's and women's hoops, gymnastics, wrestling and more!
James and Cory discuss the huge win for the Wolfpack, the remarkable week for the program overall on the latest podcast! Watch or listen to this week's podcast to get all of that and more!
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Following a bounce-back win over Miami, NC State guard Casey Morsell joins Miles Masercola and Chase Graham on the latest episode. Morsell discusses his tenure so far with the Pack, his senior season, taking on a leadership role and much more.
The guys also take a look back on the win over Miami and what comes next for the Wolfpack as it looks to turn the season around with one month left until March. Watch or listen to the latest episode to get all of that and more!
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NC State toppled Miami on Tuesday night for an important home win to snap a three-game losing streak and get back on track in ACC play. The Wolfpack netted 13 assists in the second half to overcome a huge rebounding disparity to lock in its sixth ACC win of the season.
Cory Smith and Miles Masercola discuss the offense finding its rhythm, what the win means for the Wolfpack and how important the upcoming home stretch is to regain its confidence. Watch or listen to the full podcast to get all that and more!
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It’s been another great week for NC State women’s hoops and a down one for the men’s program. James and Cory take a look back on the results for both and what needs to happen as both teams return to Raleigh.
Former NC State DE Deonte Holden will join the show in the first half to discuss the “Law of Athlete” program that is partnering with NC State to support student-athletes on and off the field. Get all of this and more in this week’s podcast!
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NC State clawed back to push Wednesday night's game to overtime after trailing by 14, but it was Virginia that came out on top, 59-53, to had the Wolfpack its first road loss of the season. It's a deflating loss for the Pack, but one it can build upon before heading to Syracuse this weekend.
Cory Smith, Brian Geisinger and Miles Masercola recap the Pack's second straight loss, discuss what led to the Pack's first-half issues and second-half comeback and much more on this episode of the Postgame Podcast!
It was a wild week for both men’s and women’s basketball as both went 1-1 with big wins and tough losses. James and Cory recap the week and look forward to the opportunities ahead for both programs.
In the second segment, Wolfpack legend Scott Wood will hop on to give his thoughts on the current team, how his teams dealt with adversity to make the NCAA Tournament and if this year’s squad can do the same. Watch or listen to this week’s podcast to get all of that and more in one episode!
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NC State is riding two straight wins into Saturday's contest against Virginia Tech with a chance to truly make it another win streak on Saturday. Miles Masercola and Chase Graham discuss the recent wins along with a look ahead to Saturday's noon contest at PNC Arena.
The guys will also be joined in the second segment by former Wolfpack great Dereon Seabron! DB talks about life at the NBA level, his time with the Pack and much more in this podcast!
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Following an 83-76 win for NC State over Wake Forest that included a comeback from multiple double-digit deficits, the Wolfpack moved to 5-1 in ACC play. Cory Smith, Miles Masercola and Brian Geisinger break it all down on the Postgame Podcast!
What did DJ Horne do so right in the mid-range game to find success? How did the Pack's big men step up when the perimeter shooting wasn't there? Can this team's toughness carry it to even more ACC success? The guys discuss is all on this podcast!
NC State basketball discussion has dominated the last week, so Cory and James take a look back on both men’s and women’s hoops. The guys will also look ahead to the week ahead and what both teams need to do stay near the top of the ACC.
On the second portion, NC State OL Dawson Jaramillo will join the show to discuss getting a medical waiver, relationship with Savage Wolves, his sweet mullet and much more. Watch or listen to the latest podcast to get all of that and more!
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After a 3-0 open to ACC play and an 11-3 start to the season, the Wolfpack heads into a tough rivalry matchup against No. 7 UNC at home on Wednesday night. State has won in a variety of ways to get to this point, including a last-second winner at Notre Dame and a blowout victory against UVA, so Miles and Chase will recap all of it!
The guys look back at the last play against the Fighting Irish, how State dominated against the Cavaliers, breakout performances for Dennis Parker Jr. and others. Also, how could a win over UNC change the overall outlook of the Pack's season and what are the keys to getting that victory? Watch or listen to the full podcast to get all of that and more!
After two weeks off, Cory and James are BACK at Amedeo’s to discuss everything that’s happened with Wolfpack Athletics. The guys will be joined by N.C. State legend Ernie Myers to discuss the current squad, the women’s basketball program and UNC rivalry week.
We’ll also break down the latest moves for the Pack football program in the portal, expectations for next fall and more hoops in the second portion. Watch/listen to the podcast to get all of that and more in episode No. 200 of the Weekly Podcast!
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NC State has landed a massive commitment from the No. 8 wide receiver and No. 43 overall player in Noah Rogers. The former Ohio State receiver is returning home and our guys will break it all down.
Michael Clark and Cory Smith discuss what the move means for the Wolfpack, how he fits into the system, the strengths and weaknesses in his game and the transfer class as a whole. Watch/listen to the full podcast to get all of this and more!
It wasn't pretty, but it was an ACC road win. And even with a 54-52 clunker in South Bend, the Wolfpack is now 2-0 on the road in ACC play and notched its 10th win of the season in the first game of 2024.
Cory Smith and Miles Masercola recap the win, discuss Burns' game-winner, what it all means for the Wolfpack and what must happen moving forward with Virginia coming to town on Saturday. Join us for the latest podcast to discuss all that and more!
The Wolfpack put up a valiant effort to stage a comeback in the Pop-Tarts Bowl, but Kansas State closed out a 28-19 win over the Pack. Michael Clark and Cory Smith recap what led to the Wolfpack's loss, takeaways from the season and more following the game.
Why can't the Pack get over the hump in bowl games and get that elusive 10th win? What does this loss mean for the momentum of the offseason? Who were the biggest standouts from the loss? We'll recap it all and more in this podcast.
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Tim Fitzgerald of GoPowercat.com on the 247Sports network joins Cory smith to preview the Wolfpack vs. Wildcats in the inaugural Pop-Tarts Bowl.
How different is the K-State offense with Avery Johnson under center? Who are the playmakers to know for the Wildcats? How about the portal and injury losses for both sides of the ball? We’ll explore all that and give our picks on the final Pregame Podcast of the 2023 season!
There is a LOT going on for N.C. State, but the transfer portal is dominating the headlines. Cory and James will breakdown the latest moves in the portal, men’s and women’s hoops along with some National Signing Day discussion.
In the final portion of the podcast, Wolfpack tight end commit Justin Joly joins us to talk about why he joined the program, his expectations for next year and more. Watch the full podcast to get a jam-packed episode this week!
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NC State travels down to San Antonio on Saturday night for a potential resume-building matchup against No. 12 Tennessee. Miles Masercola and Chase Graham dissect the matchup, give their thoughts on how the Pack can pull out a win and more.
The guys also discuss how the play of MJ Rice has impacted the team and what it would mean to have Mohamed Diarra at full strength against the Volunteers. Get caught up with Wolfpack hoops and more in the latest Two Perspectives Podcast!
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NC State got its guy. The Wolfpack has landed former Coastal Carolina quarterback Grayson McCall out of the transfer portal for the 2024 season — his final year of eligibility.
Michael Clark and Cory Smith discuss the big move, what it means for the remainder of the portal window and the future of the program. Join the guys LIVE to get your questions answered along with behind-the-scenes breakdown of how State landed McCall.
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NC State got the portal started off strong with three transfer commits along to complete a week with five new additions. Tom Livolsi of Savage Wolves hops on to discuss NIL's impact in the portal, how the Wolfpack's success on the field impacts the portal, what makes Savage Wolves different from others and much more.
We'll recap all of that in the first segment then be joined by Notre Dame transfer and Wolfpack commit Zeke Correll! The veteran center announced he'll join the Wolfpack for his final season and he jumps on the podcast to break down his decision, what he brings to the Pack and much more!
On this week's episode of the Two Perspectives Podcast, Chase Graham and Miles Masercola are joined by Scott Wood to discuss NC State's recent stretch of games and the outlook as they move forward in the non-conference slate.
Wood also tells stories about his time overseas and how everyone found out about Sidney Lowe losing his job. The guys wrap things up talking about Scott’s new travel ball team, SW15H Elite, and his new role as director/coach.
The ACC continues to get snubbed at every turn, as NC State linebacker Payton Wilson was not selected as the Bronko Nagurski Trophy winner for the 2023 season. On this week's podcast, Cory Smith and James Curle discuss the Wolfpack accepting a bid to the Pop-Tarts Bowl along with Payton Wilson being snubbed in the Nagurski Trophy presentation.
The guys also discuss the last week for Wolfpack hoops, as the men's team secured an ACC win at Boston College and the women's team continues its climb up the AP Poll to No. 3 overall. Watch/listen to the entire podcast to get our thoughts on all of these topics and more!
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NC State came out and punched UNC in the mouth early and just kept beating on the Tar Heels to the tune of a dominant 39-20 win on Senior Day in Carter-Finley Stadium. Cory Smith and Michael Clark take a look back on the win in the Postgame Podcast.
What can you say about the performances of Brennan Armstrong and Payton Wilson in their final home games? How about Kevin Concepcion shining again and the Wolfpack offense putting up 500-plus yards and eight scoring drives? We'll discuss all of that and more on this podcast!
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On this episode of the Two Perspectives Podcast with Chase and Miles, the guys look at the Wolfpack's upcoming matchup with Vanderbilt. The Wolfpack travels to Las Vegas for a showdown with the Commodores in a winnable game that should tell us more about the Pack's current roster.
Chase and Miles also look back at another trip for a Multi-Team Event in 2020, discuss their Thanksgiving Day plans and more! Get your hoops fix while you travel for the holidays before a late-night tip-off in Mandalay Bay!
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Coming off a four-game winning streak with one game left of the regular season, NC State wants nothing more than to take down UNC and notch its ninth win of the year on Saturday. Meanwhile, despite having a future first-round pick at QB in Drake Maye, the Tar Heels enter after losing three out of their last five games and needing a win over the Pack to salvage what has been a horrendous close to the season.
Chip Alexander of The News & Observer joins Cory Smith on the Pregame Podcast to break down NC State's season finale vs. UNC. Alexander discusses the money year for Maye, Omarion Hampton's breakout campaign, the struggles for the defense and his thoughts on how the game will go on Saturday in Carter-Finley Stadium.
The past week has been another remarkable one for the Wolfpack with a football win in Blacksburg, another women's cross country National Championship and everything else in between. James and Cory will discuss all of that and preview the Rivalry Week against UNC on this week's podcast.
In the second segment, the guys will be joined by none other than two NC State legends in Nyheim Hines and Emeka Emezie to discuss the week ahead. We'll get into their take on the rivalry, their most memorable moments and much more on this week's podcast!
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NC State needed to hang on late, but five straight touchdown drives between the second and third quarters were enough for the Wolfpack to pull out a 35-28 win in Blacksburg, Va. on Saturday. Cory Smith and Michael Clark discuss the victory, the key performances and more on the Postgame Podcast.
What did Brennan Armstrong's performance mean to the Pack and what is the latest on his status? Just how dangerous is Kevin Concepcion as a true freshman for the Wolfpack? What happened to the Wolfpack defense late against VT? How complete is this team heading into the final week of the regular season? We'll discuss all of that and more on this week's podcast!
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NC State and Virginia Tech have been heading toward similar trajectories over the last several weeks, but only one can come away with a crucial win on Saturday in Blacksburg. The Wolfpack has won its last three straight while VT has won four out of its last six and is knocking on the door of bowl eligibility with two games remaining.
Matej Sis of VTScoop on the 247Sports network joins the Pregame Podcast to discuss where the Hokies stand heading into the matchup, the breakout years for Kyron Drones and Bhayshul Tuten, defensive playmakers to know and much more! We'll also break down the latest odds and get a prediction for Saturday.
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Everything came up NC State over the past week for a wide variety of programs. The Wolfpack won huge games in football, women’s basketball, got off to strong starts in men’s basketball and wrestling, both cross country teams qualified for Nationals and men’s hockey swept a home series — and we’ll try our hardest to recap all of it!
James and Cory will also be joined by Wolfpack legend Scott Wood to discuss the start of the men’s basketball season, his ventures in being a color analyst, thoughts on this year’s roster and so much more! Tune in for this week’s podcast to catch it all!
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Both NC State basketball programs are off to hot starts, with the men's team notching a 20-point win over Abilene Christian while the women's squad cruised to a 92-81 win against No. 2 UConn. Miles Masercola and Chase Graham discuss both teams and what the last week means for the programs.
On the back half of the podcast, current Philadephia 76ers G-League guard Terquavion Smith joins the guys for an exclusive interview. Smith breaks down his time with the Wolfpack, thoughts on the current team, the WBB win over UConn, the start to his professional career and much more!
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NC State got just three first-half touchdowns on Saturday afternoon, but it didn't need that many points in a 26-6 drubbing of Wake Forest. It marked the Wolfpack's first win in Winston-Salem since 2015 and only the second time since the 2003 season -- but that's all ancient history now, right?
Michael Clark and Cory Smith take a look back on the win, give their thoughts on Brennan Armstrong's solid play, the offensive playmakers who stepped up, the elite defensive performance and much more! Listen to the full podcast to get all of their thoughts from the big win.
NC State travels to Wake Forest on Saturday afternoon looking to get a major monkey off its back. The Wolfpack has won its last two games to get back to bowl eligibility, but heads on the road looking for just its second win in Winston-Salem in two decades.
Ahead of the in-state matchup, Cam Lemons Debro joins Cory Smith for the pregame podcast to discuss the Deacs' quarterback situation, how the playmakers have performed this season, the strengths and weaknesses of the defense and his prediction for the matchup.
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With MJ Morris' decision to redshirt the remainder of the 2023 season going public on Tuesday morning, Cory Smith and Michael Clark join up to discuss the decision on this emergency podcast. The guys will give some background and take questions from viewers!
We also take a look ahead at what this means for the quarterback room the remainder of the season and heading into next year. Could Morris actually return to the team next season after redshirting the final three games? We'll touch on that and much more on this LIVE podcast!
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NC State football continued its turnaround on Saturday night with a convincing 20-6 win over Miami to lock in bowl eligibility. Days later, the Wolfpack men's basketball team tipped off the season with a 72-59 victory over The Citadel with several new faces standing out.
Cory Smith and James Curle recap the last week for the Wolfpack, focusing first on the huge win for State over Miami before the Pack's season opener on the court. We'll break it all down for both squads and look ahead to another important weekend for Dave Doeren's team in Winston-Salem and Wes Moore's program against UConn inside Reynolds Coliseum on Sunday.
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A brand new college basketball season is upon us, and so too is a brand spanking new podcast to feast your ears on this season. Pack Pride analyst Miles Masercola and former NC State basketball walk-on Chase Graham have teamed up to bring you the Two Perspectives Podcast for the entire winter!
In this debut episode, Miles and Chase preview the 2023-24 season for the Wolfpack ahead of the opening game, hand out superlatives, give some betting odds previews for the year and much more. Also listen to story time and the guys shine a light on support staff and walk-ons during the premiere episode.
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NC State and Miami traded blows defensively all night long, but the Wolfpack kept the Hurricanes out of the end zone and did just enough offensively to pull out a 20-6 win. The victory marked Dave Doeren's program-record 78th at NC State, locked in bowl eligibility and further proved the team's resilience through adversity this season.
Cory Smith and Michael Clark take a look back on the primetime win, the glimmer of optimism from the offense, the ridiculous performance from the defense and Doeren's historic night on this edition of the Postgame Podcast!
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NC State just wrapped up a bounce-back performance with a 24-17 win over Clemson in a game as a double-digit underdog. James and Cory take another look back at that win and look ahead to the Miami matchup and more!
Prior to talking football, the guys are also joined by two-time All-American and four-time ACC champion wrestler Trent Hidlay live at Amedeo's. We'll discuss his move up in weight class, why he returned for one final season, the team goals for this year and much more!
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NC State's defense smothered Clemson all afternoon while its offense did just enough to pull out a 24-17 win. Kevin Concepcion had his third multi-touchdown game of his career while Payton Wilson got in on the scoring with a pick-six in a smothering performance for the Wolfpack D.
Michael Clark and Cory Smith take a look back on the win with an eye on what went right and still needs improving moving forward. The guys also take a look at individual performances, hand out helmet stickers and look ahead to Miami as the Pack looks to continue its home winning streak.
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NC State and Clemson head into Saturday's matchup with strikingly similarly tough rows to hoe, but one will earn a critical win this weekend. With the matchup just days away, Christina Long of The Greenville News joins Cory Smith to discuss where Clemson stands heading into Week 9 of the season.
What has led to the offensive struggles in Garrett Riley's first season at Clemson? Can Cade Klubnik fix his turnover issues on the road in a hostile environment? How will Will Shipley play in his final visit to Carter-Finley Stadium? We cover all that, the strengths of the Clemson defense and get a prediction on this podcast!
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With the football team off the field this past weekend, Cory Smith and James Smith take a look at the biggest areas where the team can improve heading into the matchup against Clemson. The guys will also discuss the critical homecoming matchup as both programs look to turn things around this season.
But first, the guys will be joined by Ryan Combs and the ALS North Carolina President and CEO Dave Shore to discuss the "Drive Out ALS" event at Drive Shack in two months. We'll also discuss Chris Combs' legacy, how the ALS Foundation has worked with NC State in the past and much more to shine a light on a cause that's near and dear to the hearts of Wolfpack fans.
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Heading into the bye week, NC State is at 4-3 overall and 1-2 in ACC play following a humbling loss to Duke. The Wolfpack's offense couldn't get out of its own way and the defense failed to get in the way of the Blue Devils playmakers, allowing several more explosive plays in the loss.
Cory Smith and James Curle take a look back on the loss to Duke along with the start to the season as a whole. The guys will also look ahead to what comes next and more on the NC State program.
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NC State couldn't muster up any success on either side of the football -- and nearly gave up a touchdown on special teams -- in a 24-3 loss on the road at Duke. The Wolfpack heads into the bye with a ton of questions and only two weeks to find answers before hosting Clemson at home.
Cory Smith and Michael Clark take a look back and give their opinions of whatever just happened in Durham. The guys also search for solutions moving forward and discuss where the program goes from here. Watch or listen to the full podcast below!
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NC State heads into Wallace Wade Stadium on Saturday night looking to build on its offensive success with MJ Morris under center against a staunch Duke defense. Meanwhile, the Blue Devils could be moving to a redshirt freshman quarterback, but has plenty of offensive firepower around him to compete against the Wolfpack's ferocious pass rush.
Adam Rowe of The Devils' Den joins Cory Smith to discuss the matchup, what to expect if Riley Leonard can't play, what makes the Duke rushing attack so potent and the strengths of the top scoring defense in the ACC. We'll also get a prediction and more from Adam on this week's Pregame Podcast!
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Cory Smith and James Curle take a look back on NC Stare’s win over Marshall, look ahead to Duke and give their thoughts on the resurgence of the offense — and if it’s here to stay.
Elliott Avent also joined the show for a prerecorded interview with Cory in the final segment! They discuss the seasons for Trea Turner and Patrick Bailey, the new additions to the current Pack9 team, preview the Duke fall ball matchup and more!
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NC State didn’t have a perfect start on Saturday but found a way to pull away in the second half to hand Marshall its first loss of the season. Cory Smith and Michael Clark take a look back on the victory and what it means heading back into ACC play.
What were the takeaways from MJ Morris’ first start of the 2023 season? How important was it for the offense to have a more balanced attack in the win? Is there reason for concern for the defense? We’ll break it all down on the Postgame Podcast!
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NC State football is 3-2 coming off a frustrating loss to Louisville, but won't have much time to revamp the offense with Marshall coming into town. The Wolfpack is implementing MJ Morris under center before its final non-conference test against an undefeated Thundering Herd looking for another ACC win after knocking off Virginia Tech earlier this season.
Marshall beat writer Luke Creasy of HD Media joins Cory Smith to discuss why QB Cam Fancher and RB Rasheen Ali have the Herd rolling heading into Raleigh on Saturday. We take a look at both sides of the ball, strengths and weaknesses of the Marshall program and get a prediction ahead of the pivotal matchup for both teams this weekend.
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Coming off a rough 13-10 loss to Louisville in which the offense was stymied all night long, NC State has made a change at quarterback. Cory Smith and James Curle discuss the move to MJ Morris, how he changes the offense and what this means moving forward for Brennan Armstrong.
On the final portion of the podcast, we'll also be joined by Kristen McDaniel of the NC State volleyball team to discuss the program's massive win over No. 5 Louisville. She'll also break down what has led to the program's success, why the Hawaii native chose the Wolfpack, the support from fans and more!
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It was not the Wolfpack's night. Despite the defense shutting down one of the most explosive offenses in the ACC and special teams coming through on multiple occasions, NC State's offense couldn't find its footing in a 13-10 loss to Louisville on Friday night.
Cory Smith and Michael Clark take a look back at NC State's loss to Louisville on Friday night in Carter-Finley Stadium. What is the biggest issue with the offense? Is it time to make a change at quarterback? Who were the standouts on the defensive side of the football? We touch on all of that and more in this episode!
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Coming off a tight win against Virginia to open up ACC play, the Wolfpack returns home to face an undefeated Louisville team eager to prove itself on the national stage. NC State hasn't played up to its potential yet while Louisville has played above its station -- but how will the two programs shape up in another weeknight game in Carter-Finley Stadium?
Cory Smith is joined by Michael McCammon of Cardinal Authority to break down what has The Ville off to such a hot start under Jeff Brohm, the play of Jack Plummer, the game-breaking speed of Jawhar Jordan, defensive playmakers and much more. Get the full breakdown on YouTube or through the Pack Pride Podcast stream!
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The Wolfpack went into Virginia and came away with a win, but it certainly wasn't pretty. After the 24-21 victory that included a walk-off field goal from Brayden Narveson, the Pack still moved to 3-1 (1-0 ACC) on the year with two-thirds of the season still remaining.
James Curle and Cory Smith recap the week for the Wolfpack and look ahead to a Friday night matchup against Louisville with Mark Ennis of The Drive on 93.9 The Ville. Learn more about what the Pack needs to improve moving forward and how the Cardinals have gotten off to such a hot start under Jeff Brohm.
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NC State's offense needed some help to barely pull out a 24-21 win over Virginia in Charlottesville on Friday night. The Wolfpack moved to 1-0 in ACC play, but there are a lot of questions to be answered for this program.
Michael Clark and Cory Smith take a look back at the result, the positives and negatives from the narrow win and more. Listen to the full podcast to get our recap from Friday's victory and look ahead to Louisville next Friday.
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NC State travels to Virginia for the ACC opener on Friday night for what is sure to be an emotional night for several players and coaches involved. But while the headlines are all about the return of Brennan Armstrong, Robert Anae and Garett Tujague to Scott Stadium, there is still a football game to be played between NC State and Virginia.
Jacquie Franciulli of Wahoos247 joins us to discuss the matchup, her expectations for Armstrong, where the UVA offense stands, injury concerns with multiple defensive players out and gives her prediction. Listen to the full podcast in less than 30 minutes to get a complete preview of the matchup!
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Note from Jacquie: Ben Smiley is also going through concussion protocol.
The fun begins this week! NC State opens the ACC slate against UVA on Friday night. After a beatdown of VMI, can Brennan Armstrong go out with a bang in his final trip to Charlottesville?
We’ll discuss all of that and Cory will be joined by NC State women’s golfer Lauren Olivares Leon in the final segment to discuss her record-breaking start to the 2023 season!
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After a dominant performance by the Wolfpack in all three phases, NC State came away with a 45-7 win over VMI on Saturday afternoon. Cory Smith and Michael Clark take a look back at the bludgeoning and what we truly learned about the Pack after the win over an FCS opponent.
Is the NC State offense back on track heading into ACC play? How good can the two No. 8s for the Pack be this season? Where does the defense stand after another strong showing? We'll cover it all and hand out helmet stickers on the Postgame Podcast!
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On this week's podcast from Amedeo's, Cory Smith and James Curle take a more detailed look back at the loss to Notre Dame over the weekend. The guys touch on multiple topics from the loss, look ahead to the coming weeks and take questions from the live audience.
What's going on with the Wolfpack's offense? Is the defense an issue or is there too much being put on their shoulders? Should the Pack give snaps to MJ Morris over the next couple of weeks? We explore all that and more on this week's podcast!
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NC State held strong with Notre Dame for three quarters on Saturday afternoon, but couldn't come up with the big plays late in a 45-24 loss in the home opener. Cory Smith and Michael Clark discuss the loss on the latest Postgame Podcast and look ahead to what comes next.
How much of the loss should be put on Brennan Armstrong's shoulders? What is the biggest issue for the offense's lack of momentum? Why is the defense struggling to make plays despite having so many experienced players returning? We'll explore all that and look at the positives -- yes, there were some despite the loss -- on this episode.
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After getting a win in Week 1 against UConn on the road, the Wolfpack has its most daunting challenge of the non-conference schedule this Saturday: Notre Dame. NC State holds a 1-2 record against the Fighting Irish, so can the Pack get another win or will Notre Dame even the head-to-head record?
Tim Prister of Irish Illustrated joins Cory Smith to discuss the matchup on the Pregame Podcast. What do we truly know about the Irish after two games? Will Sam Hartman finally get his first win in Carter-Finley Stadium? How different is the offense around Hartman at Notre Dame? Where does the defense stand heading into Week 2 of the season? Get all that and a scoring prediction on this week's episode!
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On this week's episode of the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast, Cory Smith and James Curle take one final look back at the win over UConn and preview the home opener against Notre Dame.
In the second segment, Brandon Marcello of 247Sports will join the show to discuss the latest on ACC expansion. What do the additions of Cal, Stanford and SMU really do for the ACC? How pivotal was NC State reportedly changing its vote to make it all happen? And what's next in conference realignment? We'll break it all down on the latest podcast!
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NC State's offense and defense had bright spots and low moments on Thursday night, but the Wolfpack came away with a 24-14 win over UConn to start the season. Brennan Armstrong and Payton Wilson led the Pack on their respective sides of the ball to push State to 1-0 after Week 1 in Hartford, Connecticut.
Michael Clark and Cory Smith take a look back at the win, what it means for the Pack and where State needs to improve heading into next week's showdown with Notre Dame. Listen to the full podcast here and make sure to watch the stream on YouTube.
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NC State kicks off the 2023 football season in just over 48 hours against UConn, so we're wrapping up our Pack Pride Primers with a look at the special teams unit! Michael Clark and Cory Smith discuss the situations at kicker, punter and new names to know on the return team.
Can veteran transfer Brayden Narveson fill the shoes of Christopher Dunn this fall? Will Caden "Boomkester" Noonkester carry over his strong finish last fall to 2023? How critical is Joe Shimko's return at long snapper? And who are the names to know for the Pack in the return game? We cover it all on this podcast!
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With less than 72 hours remaining before NC State kicks off against UConn in Connecticut, Cory Smith and James Curle take a look ahead to the entire 2023 season. We'll discuss what to expect in Week 1, but also hand out predictions for the Wolfpack this fall.
Will Brennan Armstrong pass for more than 3,500 yards? Which player will lead the Wolfpack in rushing and receiving yards? Who will be NC State's top tackler and sack artist? How many games will the Wolfpack win this season? We'll break it all down on this podcast and discuss the latest on conference realignment in the ACC!
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In just three short days, NC State and UConn will kick off their 2023 seasons against each other in Storrs, Conn. on CBS Sports Network. With Week 1 quickly approaching, Cory Smith was joined on the first Pregame Podcast by Aman Kidwai of The UConn Blog to discuss the matchup.
What should Wolfpack fans expect from newly-named starting quarterback Joe Fagnano? How will the offense look around him after the conclusion of fall camp? Who are the defensive players to watch outside of stud linebacker Jackson Mitchell? And just how important is this game for the Huskies to put themselves in the national discussion again? We look at all that and get a prediction ahead of Week 1!
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With the NC State 2023 football season now in less than one week, we're wrapping up our previews for each and every position group for the Wolfpack! The Pack has one of the best tandems in the ACC at cornerback with Aydan White and Shyheim Battle, but also feels great about where the rest of the secondary stands despite losing multiple veterans.
Cory Smith and Michael Clark take an in-depth look at the All-ACC potential cornerbacks, but is the depth behind them strong enough to hold up? How hard are players like Devan Boykin and Jakeen Harris being pushed by talented players behind them at safety? And can Robert Kennedy III lock down the versatile nickel spot in Tony Gibson's scheme? We cover it all on this podcast!
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With the NC State 2023 football season exactly one week away, there's no better time to start previewing each and every position group for the Wolfpack! The Pack has to replace two of the most productive linebackers in school history with the departures of Isaiah Moore and Drake Thomas, but has experienced players waiting in the wings..
Cory Smith and Michael Clark take an in-depth look at the return of Payton Wilson along with Devon Betty, Jaylon Scott and Caden Fordham all looking to step up. Can Wilson stay healthy and put together another monster year at the WILL? What is the buzz on Betty and Scott out of camp? How key will Fordham be this season with limited depth behind him?
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With the NC State 2023 football season now just eight days away, there's no better time to start previewing each and every position group for the Wolfpack! The Pack has a lot of new faces on defense, but the defensive line returns a ton of starting experience and talent heading into this fall.
Cory Smith and Michael Clark take an in-depth look at the importance of the front line of Savion Jackson, C.J. Clark and Davin Vann and their potential impact. How have younger players like Travali Price, Brandon Cleveland and others prepared to make the next leap? What impact will transfers like Noah Potter and Red Hibbler have for the program? We touch on all that and more in this podcast!
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We're less than 10 days away from the start of the 2023 NC State football season, so this entire podcast will be focused on the Wolfpack football program. James and Cory discuss where things stand coming out of fall camp, possible strengths and weaknesses for the team, where position battles stand and much more!
In the second segment, Josh Pate of The Late Kick Podcast with 247Sports will join us to give his thoughts on NC State heading into the season. Could the Pack surge the year after expectations were the highest? What is the national perspective on Brennan Armstrong and Robert Anae? We'll get into all of that and more with Pate on this week's podcast!
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With the NC State 2023 football season less than two weeks away, there's no better time to start previewing each and every position group for the Wolfpack! The Pack has to replace some big names along the offensive line, but has several returning players with a wealth of experience in the trenches, too.
Cory Smith and Michael Clark take an in-depth look at Dylan McMahon, Anthony Belton, Tim McKay and the rest of the offensive line room. Will McMahon carry the torch at the center position? Can Anthony Belton and Tim McKay hold things down to protect Brennan Armstrong? How big of a concern are the guard positions and depth along the offensive line? What is the biggest change with Garett Tujague taking over?
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With the NC State 2023 football season less than two weeks away, there's no better time to start previewing each and every position group for the Wolfpack! The Pack has some returning faces in the wide receiver room, but multiple transfers and freshmen looking to make an immediate impact.
Cory Smith and Michael Clark take an in-depth look at the potential for players like Keyon Lesane, Trent Pennix, Porter Rooks, Terrell Timmons Jr. and others returning this season. We'll also take a look at how transfers Bradley Rozner and Dacari Collins can change the outlook at the position. And with freshmen like Kevin Concepcion and Javonte Vereen creating buzz, how much can they contribute right away? We cover it all on this Pack Pride Primer!
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With the NC State 2023 football season now just two weeks away, there's no better time to start previewing each and every position group for the Wolfpack! The Pack has some returning faces in the running back room, but some new names looking to step up.
Cory Smith and Michael Clark take an in-depth look at the potential for players like Jordan Houston and Michael Allen after their 2022 seasons. Can Houston take on more of the load or will Allen be the bell cow back this fall? And what will former 4-star Kendrick Raphael's impact be this season? What about players like Delbert Mimms and DeMarcus Jones? We cover it all on this Pack Pride Primer!
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With the NC State 2023 football season now just 15 days away, there's no better time to start previewing each and every position group for the Wolfpack! The Pack has a brand new quarterback expected to start under center with Brennan Armstrong transferring from Virginia, but MJ Morris is waiting in the wings.
Cory Smith and Michael Clark take an in-depth look at Armstrong, Morris and the entire quarterback room ahead of this fall. Can Armstrong return to form after a disastrous 2022 season? How much will his legs be utilized? How big of an opportunity does Morris have to learn Robert Anae's system before taking over? How hard will he push Armstrong this season?
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It's the final opponent preview for the 2023 NC State football season! And of course that means we are taking an in-depth look at where things stand for UNC this offseason, so Cory is joined by none other than former UNC beat writer Ross Martin.
We take a look at each position group for the Tar Heels, strengths and weaknesses for the program and the importance of the game for both teams in the rivalry. We also discuss where things stand for Mack Brown heading into another critical year with an NFL-caliber quarterback in Drake Maye.
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This week’s Pack Pride Weekly Podcast is LOADED with guests as Tim Peeler and photographer Greg Hatem join the show live. They just returned from Jim Valvano’s induction into the Naismith Hall of Fame and detail their trip for NC State fans.
In the second half of the show, Jonathan Paylor joins remotely to discuss his commitment to NC State with Cory Smith. Paylor discusses why he chose the Pack, his role as a recruiter, his fit in Robert Anae’s system and much more!
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NC State remained on fire on the recruiting trail over the weekend with the addition of 4-star wide receiver Terrell Anderson to the 2024 class. Anderson brings size and big-play ability to the Wolfpack next season and Michael Clark believes he'll be an instant-impact type player for State.
Cory Smith and Michael Clark take a closer look at what led Anderson to commit to the Pack, his overall fit in Robert Anae's offense, why he's the perfect complement to the Pack's current playmakers and much more. Listen to the full podcast to learn more about the latest addition to the Pack's class!
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The start of the college football season is just over two weeks away for NC State, but we're still previewing every opponent for the 2023 campaign. Next on the list is the final road game against Virginia Tech and we have Doug Bowman of VTScoop joining us to break down the Hokies!
What should be expected in Brent Pry's second year with the program? Just how many transfers are expected to make an impact this season? How important will this game be for the Hokies near the end of the fall? We discuss it all on this edition of the Pack Pride Podcast!
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We're coming down the stretch in the 2023 season previews for NC State with a look at the Week 11 matchup against Wake Forest. The Wolfpack goes on the road to take on a Demon Deacons squad that is looking to replace several key pieces from last year -- primarily at the quarterback position.
Les Johns of Demon Deacon Digest joins Cory Smith to break down the Deacs, including a look at the offense under Mitch Griffis. We'll also preview the defense looking to rebound, how important this game is on the schedule for the Deacs and much more!
This podcast was recorded prior to Donavon Greene's injury in fall camp
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Casey Morsell joins James and Cory in the first episode of the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast for the 2023-24 season! The guys take a look at Casey’s offseason, Pack of Wolves NIL, new faces with the program and much more!
In the second portion of the show, we break down NC State football at the start of fall camp. We also briefly discuss another busy month of conference realignment and where things stand for the Wolfpack ... before the power went out due to thunderstorms in the area!
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NC State's season previews continue to roll along with a look at the penultimate home game for the Wolfpack against Miami. The Hurricanes are looking to bounce back from a down 2022 campaign and have several new faces along with some veterans returning for Mario Cristobal's program.
Gaby Urrutia of InsideTheU joins us to breakdown the Hurricanes on both sides of the ball. Can Tyler Van Dyke truly rebound in 2023? How much have the playmakers around him improved? And who are the names to know on defense? We take an in-depth look on the latest NC State season preview podcast.
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With the NC State season just around the corner, we continue our look at the Wolfpack's entire schedule with a preview of Clemson. Eric Mac Lain joined Cory Smith to break down the Tigers' offseason and where things stand heading into the 2023 season.
Garrett Riley brings a new look to the offense, but what are the early returns on Cade Klubnik taking over the reins full-time? Who are the names to know on both sides of the ball -- including one of the best linebacker corps in the country -- and how important could this game be for the ACC this season?
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NC State just finalized a huge week for the 2024 class with two strong commitments on Friday night. The Wolfpack not only landed Top247 in-state athlete Jonathan Paylor, but also grabbed a commitment from Josh Alexander-Felton out of Florida.
Cory Smith and Michael Clark take a look at both of those commitments along with offensive lineman Robby Martin from earlier in the week. How do all three fit with the program? What does this mean for the 2024 class? We break it all down on the latest podcast!
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The season preview podcasts continue to roll along as we take a look at the Duke matchup -- NC State's final game before a bye week. The Wolfpack hits the road -- sort of -- to travel to Durham for the first time since 2013 and only the third time in the last 20 seasons.
Adam Rowe of The Devils' Den joins Cory Smith to break down the Blue Devils, with Riley Leonard and Mike Elko looking to take down the Wolfpack at home. Who are the biggest names to know on both sides of the football? What does the renewal of this rivalry mean for Duke? We cover it all on the preview podcast!
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NC State fall camp fires up this week, meaning the regular season is nearly one month away from kicking off. Cory Smith continues our preview of every opponent on the Wolfpack's 2023 schedule by looking at Marshall with Luke Creasy of The Herald-Dispatch.
The Wolfpack's final non-conference game of the season could be tough, with the Thundering Herd coming off a 9-4 campaign and retooling for 2023. We look at each position for the Herd, the biggest strength and weakness of the program, and how critical the matchup in Carter-Finley Stadium could be for Marshall.
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The start of NC State fall camp is less than one week away and our season preview podcasts are already nearing the halfway point. The Wolfpack has some tough tests early in the year, but the first matchup at home in conference play is one of the hardest to predict given the trajectory of the Louisville program.
The 2023 season previews keep rolling on with a look at NC State's first home ACC game of the season against Louisville with Jody Demling of Cardinal Authority. We take a look at expectations for Jeff Brohm's first season with the Cardinals, the packed quarterback room, playmakers on both sides of the ball, how important this game is on the schedule and much more.
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NC State's first ACC game will be on the road in Charlottesville against a Virginia program looking to drastically turn things around this fall. The Cavaliers lost several key pieces over the last year -- including new NC State QB Brennan Armstrong -- but hope to make a statement in their ACC home opener against the Pack.
Jacquie Franciulli of Wahoos247 joins Cory Smith on this episode of the Pack Pride Podcast to take a deeper dive into the Hoos. What are the expectations for this year's team? Who are the names to know on both sides of the ball? How important is this game with all of the connections between the two rosters?
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The journey for Brennan Armstrong to NC State has been eventful, to say the very least. After a record-setting year in 2021 and a frustrating 2022 campaign, Armstrong arrived in Raleigh for a chance to reunite with OC Robert Anae for one final ride in his sixth season.
Just days away from his third trip to ACC Kickoff and just over one week away from the start of fall camp, Armstrong sat down with Pack Pride for a 1-on-1 interview. We discuss his connection with Anae, how he's dealt with criticism this offseason, what Bradley Rozner's addition means for the offense, working with NC State's NIL Collectives and much more.
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NC State's home opener for the 2023 campaign is one of the biggest in recent memory. Not only will the Wolfpack kick off the home slate at Carter-Finley Stadium against a high-profile program in Notre Dame, but it will also be nationally broadcast on ABC in the noon slot on Sept. 9.
So what should Wolfpack fans expect from the Fighting Irish this season? Tim O'Malley of Irish Illustrated joins Cory Smith to discuss expectations for the program, players to know at every position, the strengths and weaknesses on each side of the ball and much more!
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NC State's season is still over one month away, but the season opener is an interesting one for Wolfpack fans. The Pack goes on the road to take on a UConn program that was turned around drastically in Year 1 under Jim Mora Jr. and looking to make a statement in the season opener.
Cory Smith is joined on the premiere episode of the preview podcasts by Mike Anthony of the Connecticut Post to discuss the Huskies. Anthony dives into the key names to know for UConn, the quarterback situation in Storrs, why this game is so important for the Huskies and much more.
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Exactly two months ago, Michael O'Connell officially entered the transfer portal after three years with Stanford. Just over one month ago, he committed and signed with NC State to become a part of the Wolfpack for his final two seasons at the collegiate level.
The journey that's gotten him to this point has been a long and arduous one. After signing with Maryland to play lacrosse -- where his brother won a national championship -- O'Connell opted to go the basketball route due to sitting out during the COVID pandemic and landed his only Power 5 offer from the Cardinal.
O'Connell went on to start three straight years at point guard for Stanford and average 6.3 points, 3.2 assists and shoot 40 percent from the field. He was also able to graduate from one of the most prestigious universities in the country in that short span of time.
Just days before he arrives on campus with the Wolfpack, O'Connell sat down with Pack Pride to discuss his journey to Raleigh and why he chose the Wolfpack. He also breaks down his fit in Kevin Keatts' system, his relationship with Joel Justus, expectations for his time with NC State and much more!
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Ahead of one of the most PACKed weekends of official visitors in recent memory for NC State, Cory Smith and Michael Clark give a complete breakdown of all the upcoming OVs. With 12 players expected on campus, there's no shortage of pressure on the Pack's staff to land some commits given the last few weeks for the program.
How important will commits like Cedrick Bailey and Brody Barnhardt being on campus be for the Pack? Can State close some ground on four-star receivers like Jonathan Paylor, Alex Taylor and keep pace with others for Terrell Anderson? We break all of that down along with a look at the targets in the trenches and four-star safety Ronnie Royal III coming to Raleigh.
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With the summer months rolling in, NC State's athletics season is coming to a close as the spring sports seasons wrap up. So before we take a planned break for the next six weeks, James and Cory take a look back on an eventful recruiting weekend for NC State, recapping the season as a whole and much more!
The guys discuss the commitment of NC A&T transfer Kam Woods, their favorite moments from the 2022-23 season and whether it's time to panic about the Wolfpack in football recruiting. Get all of that and more on the season finale episode of the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast live from Amedeo's!
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Cory Smith and James Curle take a look back at the Wolfpack's baseball season after the exit from the Columbia Regional. Can NC State retain its special young core and build in the transfer portal to go deeper in the NCAA Tournament next year?
We'll also take a look back at the first weekend of official visits with a recap of Jaeden Mustaf's official, the first Dave Doeren summer camp and a preview of the three official visits this coming weekend.
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After a strong close to the season in the final two weeks, NC State baseball landed as the No. 3 seed in the Columbia Regional. The Wolfpack is starting the NCAA Tournament with a matchup against No. 2 Campbell for a chance to face No. 1 South Carolina.
Alec Sawyer and Andrew Ciencin discuss the close to the season for the Pack9, the Wolfpack's draw in the NCAA Tournament and much more! Cory Smith is joined by D1Baseball Co-Editor Aaron Fitt in the second segment to talk about NC State's season overall, matchup with Campbell, chances in the Columbia Regional and more.
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Cory and James discuss the Wolfpack making the Columbia Regional, matchups for NC State and the overall draw as State looks to make a run in the postseason.
The guys will also discuss the last week for NC State, including the FPI projections, Diana Shnaider’s hot start in the French Open and more!
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Last week included the public formation of the "Magnificent 7" and some serious consternation over the future of the ACC on Amelia Island. Brandon Marcello was in attendance for 247Sports and will breakdown the latest on the ACC, where the Wolfpack stands and more on the Pack Pride Podcast.
In the second segment, Alec Sawyer and Andrew Ciencin -- the hosts of Sawyer & Ciencin -- will jump on to discuss the Pack9's finish to the season. The guys will also talk about the ACC awards, making the ACC Tournament, what NC State needs to do to advance to the weekend and the postseason hopes for the Pack!
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It was not a good weekend for the Pack9. After canceling its final non-conference game during the week, NC State was stifled by UNC-Chapel Hill and dropped three straight to clinch a losing record for the second straight year. Now State heads into the final series at home against Pittsburgh needing either two wins or some help from outside to simply make the ACC Tournament.
Alec Sawyer and Andrew Ciencin take a look back on the Wolfpack's frustrating sweep in Chapel Hill, the upcoming matchup against Pitt and what needs to happen for the Pack9 to make it to the ACC and NCAA Tournaments. Listen or watch the full podcast below.
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It's been yet another eventful week for NC State -- some great, some good, some very bad -- so we're here to talk about it! This week, Cory and James are joined by Eric Bossi, the National Basketball Director of 247Sports, to break down the entire portal haul for NC State after landing Stanford transfer Michael O'Connell.
In the second segment, the guys will discuss the latest in the ACC grant-of-rights talks, the "Magnificent 7" and where things stand before the ACC spring meetings. We'll also break down everything that happened in NC State Athletics, including more ACC titles, an Elite 8 berth and a Pack9 team on the mend.
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The projected win total for NC State during the 2023 season is out -- and it's surprisingly low. Can the Wolfpack exceed the 6.5-win over/under from Vegas or will this upcoming season result in barely making a bowl game?
Pack Pride Editor Cory Smith and football analyst Michael Clark give their thoughts on the win total projections, the biggest impact freshmen and transfers and much more in the latest podcast!
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Coming off a series win over Notre Dame, NC State heads into Chapel Hill with high stakes against UNC. Alec Sawyer and Andrew Ciencin look back at the Notre Dame series win and what comes next against the Tar Heels.
What does the Pack9 need in the final two ACC series to put itself in good position for the ACC and NCAA Tournament? The guys break it all down on this episode of the podcast!
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Cory Smith and James Curle are joined by The OG Podcast co-host Joe Giglio! He discusses the last few weeks, starting a new podcast and plenty about NC State!
The guys will also discuss the Pack9’s dominant finish in South Bend, the outlook for football and basketball next season and more! Listen to the full podcast below or watch it on YouTube!
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NC State only had one player drafted, but several are heading to the NFL with a chance to compete for roster spots as free-agent signings. James and Cory take a look at the fit for each player, the likelihood of sticking and more in the first segment.
The guys also take a look back on the rest of the news for NC State Athletics, including a strong week for the Pack9, and what's up with Jaden Bradley as the Pack looks to close out the transfer portal? Get it all in the latest Pack Pride Weekly Podcast!
Kevin Keatts keeps cooking in the transfer portal with another big man addition in Mizzou transfer Mohamed Diarra. Cory and James discuss his commitment and the entire transfer haul so far!
In the second segment, Cory is joined by NC State women’s tennis head coach Simon Earnshaw to break down the historic weekend. They touch on the first ACC Tournament title in program history, taking down UNC for the first time in 25 years and much more!
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NC State got a much-needed sweep over Florida State over the weekend to catapult itself back in the ACC race at just below .500 in conference play. The Pack9 followed that up with a blowout win over Davidson for its 25th of the season, outscoring opponents in its last four games
Alec Sawyer and Andrew Ciencin recap the Wolfpack’s huge sweep over Florida State to get back in the ACC race. The guys are also joined by first baseman Eli Serrano, courtesy of Obsesh Nation NIL, to discuss his breakout freshman campaign with the Wolfpack this season, the turnaround over the last few games and more!
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On this episode of the Pack24 Podcast, Michael Clark is joined by NC State quarterback commit Cedrick Bailey Jr. for an exclusive interview to discuss his commitment to the Wolfpack.
Bailey breaks down his initial interest in the program, what he loves about Robert Anae's system, his relationship with the coaches, who he's recruiting in the 2024 class, what he brings to Raleigh and much more!
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On this episode of the Pack24 Podcast, Michael Clark is joined by NC State quarterback commit Cedrick Bailey Jr. for an exclusive interview to discuss his commitment to the Wolfpack.
Bailey breaks down his initial interest in the program, what he loves about Robert Anae's system, his relationship with the coaches, who he's recruiting in the 2024 class, what he brings to Raleigh and much more!
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NC State landed the top running back on its board in Stockbridge (GA) playmaker Jayden Scott. The 5-foot-10, 200-pound back chose the Wolfpack over 20-plus other offers including Wake Forest, Rutgers, Louisville, Duke, Maryland, Kansas State, Georgia Tech, Mississippi State, South Carolina and several others.
Cory and Michael breakdown Scott's commitment, look back at his recruitment with the Wolfpack, how he fits into the running back room and much more. The guys also give their take on who could be next for NC State in the 2024 class.
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NC State has had a wild week that included a series sweep over Florida State in baseball, two new men's basketball commitments and most recently a shocking addition of Diamond Johnson to the transfer portal.
James and Cory will discuss that with Mitchell Northam of USA Today, along with the state of NC State women's basketball as a whole. The guys will also break down everything else that's taken place in the last week in the second segment!
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NC State snapped a four-game losing skid earlier this week with a 12-3 win over UNCW, but still has a long ways to go in ACC play. Currently at 5-9 in conference after dropping a doubleheader against Wake Forest, the Wolfpack returns home to face a struggling Florida State squad.
Alec and Andrew take a look back on the tough losses to Wake, the huge win over UNCW and what comes next against FSU to start three straight weekends at home. Is this the point where the Pack9 turns things around? The guys discuss it all on this episode!
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NC State had an up-and-down week overall, struggling on the diamond and in the portal, but also won another national title in cheerleading and showed a glimpse of the future in the Spring Game.
James and Cory will be joined by head coach Harold Trammel and Madison Walker of the cheerleading team to discuss the success in Daytona and the program overall. The guys will also break down the Spring Game, how the Pack can change its fortunes in the transfer portal and more!
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NC State finished the spring portion of the football calendar with a Spring Game to remember on Saturday afternoon. Despite rough conditions, the Wolfpack fought through with 41-10 win for the Red Team -- mostly starters -- over the White Team in the 2023 showcase game.
Michael Clark and Cory Smith recap the event, including a look at the QB battle, standouts from the both sides of the ball and give their thoughts on the biggest areas of improvement for the Pack moving forward. Listen to the full podcast below!
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The NC State football Spring Game is less than 72 hours away! Between the quarterback battle that has been raging on for weeks, the new offensive scheme, early enrollees and transfers generating buzz and the revamped defensive core, there is so much to discuss!
Cory Smith and Michael Clark preview all of those storylines and more -- including early takeaways from new faces on both sides of the ball -- in the Spring Game preview. Listen to the full podcast below ahead of Saturday's exhibition.
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On this episode of the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast, Cory Smith and James Curle will be joined by a special guest in former NC State linebacker Isaiah Moore. The guys discuss NC State's Pro Day, the impact of the Wolfpack program for him, his plans for the future and more!
In the second segment, Cory and James take a look back on the Pack9's series win over No. 11 Louisville and what lies ahead for the rest of April. We also breakdown the latest in the transfer portal with a busy week ahead for the Wolfpack, including Jayden Epps' upcoming visit.
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NC State was yet again able to pull one win out from its series against Boston College over the weekend. But the Pack9 is looking for more against No. 11 Louisville when it returns to Doak Field for another critical ACC series.
This week, Alec Sawyer and Andrew Ciencin are joined by Wolfpack Radio and ESPN broadcaster Andrew Sanders to discuss State's tough start in ACC play, the upcoming series, and how the Pack9 can rebound to close out the year.
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NC State's season ended less than two weeks ago and the offseason is already in full swing. Whether it's looking at players entering the transfer portal and the Wolfpack hosting visits for potential incoming transfers, James and Cory will break down the latest.
In the second half of the podcast, Cory will interview Pack of Wolves NIL Collective General Manager Chris Vurnakes! He'll discuss the work Wolfpack student-athletes are doing in the community, how NIL at NC State is changing, the impact it can have on the transfer portal and more!
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NC State is off and running in the transfer portal with several prospects already emerging at the top of its list this offseason. Two critical visitors will be on campus this coming weekend in Dontrez Styles and Damian Dunn as the Pack looks to restart the Kinston pipeline through the portal.
But those aren't the only targets near the top of the list and the roster moves aren't done for NC State with several players set to return and more potentially moving on. Listen to the full Twitter Spaces session with Cory Smith and Miles Masercola below!
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NC State is set to host a slew of top targets over the weekend and has already had multiple priority recruits on campus this week. That comes after the Wolfpack landed quarterback Cedrick Bailey and defensive back Asaad Brown in the last two weeks.
Michael Clark and Cory Smith discuss the latest on the recruiting trail for the Pack along with give some updates on spring camp thus far. Listen to the full Twitter Spaces in podcast form now!
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NC State was able to salvage another series with a win in the finale against Virginia over the weekend, but is looking to get a series win this weekend in Chestnut Hill to get back on track in the ACC.
Alec Sawyer and Andrew Ciencin recap the Wolfpack’s series against Virginia, look ahead to the trip to Boston College and discuss Trea Turner’s performance in the World Baseball Classic.
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***Note: This podcast was recorded Tuesday evening prior to the win over UNCW and the World Baseball Classic.
Over the weekend, NC State fell in the men’s and women’s NCAA Tournaments, losing in the first round of both. Cory and James discuss their seasons as a whole, the offseason ahead and what to expect next year.
The guys are also joined by NC State wrestling head coach Pat Popolizio to look back on the Pack’s season, Top-10 finish in the NCAA Championships and more!
NC State couldn't come up with the shots or stops at the end of the game against Creighton in a 72-63 loss in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament. The Wolfpack got a huge performance from Terquavion Smith, but not much else offensively to end the season on a low note against the Bluejays.
Following the 72-63 loss for NC State to Creighton, Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger reflect on the game, Smith's season, the Wolfpack's season as a whole and more on the Postgame Podcast.
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NC State is back in the NCAA Tournament after a memorable 2022-23 season, earning a No. 11 seed in the South Region. The Wolfpack will open play on Friday at 4 p.m. ET against No. 6 Creighton in Denver, Col., so our guys look ahead to the matchup!
Cory Smith, Miles Masercola and Brian Geisinger break down the Wolfpack's seeding, matchup against Creighton, projected path and what it all means for NC State to turn things around from last year.
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NC State baseball had some close calls in the last week, but remains unblemished heading into the ACC portion of the schedule. The Pack9 sits at 12-0 after a comeback win over NJIT on Sunday and an exciting back-and-forth contest with UNCG on Tuesday.
Alec Sawyer and Andrew Ciencin take a look back at another sweep from NC State’s at home, the win over UNCG and the ACC opener against Miami this weekend! Listen to the full podcast below.
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For the third time this season and the sixth straight in the series, NC State fell to Clemson on the hardwood Thursday evening. The Wolfpack started off strong, but went cold offensively as it dropped its 10th game of the season by a final of 80-54 to bow out of the ACC Tournament.
Cory Smith and Miles Masercola take a quick look back on what happened against the Tigers, discuss the Pack's NCAA chances, the Helter Skelter play of State's guards, take questions from the audience and more. Listen to the full podcast below or watch on YouTube!
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Terquavion Smith and Jarkel Joiner led the way for NC State in a lopsided win over Virginia Tech to open play for the Wolfpack in the ACC Tournament. The Pack punched the Hokies in the mouth early and ran away with a 97-77 victory to advance to the ACC Quarterfinals.
Cory Smith and Miles Masercola recap the Pack's dominant performance, Terquavion Smith's 30-point outing, Jarkel Joiner's near triple-double, emergence of EB Dowuona, Greg Gantt's injury and much more. Listen to the full podcast below!
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With NC State opening up its potential run in the ACC Tournament on Wednesday night, Cory and Miles preview the Virginia Tech matchup in the latest Twitter Spaces. What are the keys to the Pack getting a win? Can Terquavion Smith get out of his offensive slump?
The guys touch on those topics along with a look at some potential X-factors and what State needs to do to make the NCAA Tournament. Listen to it all on the latest episode of the Pack Pride Spaces now!
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It's been another eventful week for NC State with the Pack winning big in wrestling, baseball and several other sports. But this week will be all about men's basketball, as the Pack heads to Greensboro with a shot to make a deep run in the ACC Tournament.
Cory Smith and James Curle will be joined by Wolfpack legend Scott Wood to breakdown State's season, life on the bubble in March and much more! Listen to the full podcast live or listen to it back on the Pack Pride Podcast feed or YouTube.
NC State's 2022-23 season is still underway with the calendar rolling over to March, but it's never too early to start looking toward the future. On this edition of the Pack Pride Podcast, Wolfpack signee Trey Parker joins Cory Smith to discuss a number of topics important to Pack fans.
What made Parker pick the Pack? How much closer has he grown with the staff since signing? What role does he see for himself next season? Why did he choose to play with Overtime Elite this season? How important is the defensive side of the ball for Parker?
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The Wolfpack is off to a hot start to the 2023 season with a 9-0 start after storming back against Radford for a 9-7 win. It's the best start since the shortened 2020 season and has been powered by the Pack's hot bats and strong pitching in the weekend rotation and bullpen.
Andrew Ciencin and Alec Sawyer discuss the Wolfpack’s hot start to the season, Payton Green’s monstrous numbers, NC State’s comeback win over Radford and more!
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NC State fought back after trailing by 12 points with 1:40 left to play to make it a one-possession game with 32 seconds remaining, but couldn't pull out a win at Duke. The Wolfpack fell in Cameron Indoor, 71-67, to close out the regular season with its first consecutive losses of the entire season.
Cory Smith, Brian Geisinger and Miles Masercola give their thoughts on the game as a whole, the impact of Jarkel Joiner, offensive issues for Terquavion Smith and Casey Morsell and most importantly where the Pack stands heading into Greensboro next week. Listen to the entire Postgame Podcast to get a full recap below.
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The last week has been another rollercoaster ride for NC State hoops, but the celebration for the 1983 team went down without a hitch. Dereck Whittenburg and the entire living roster was involved in a ceremony during the blowout win over Wake Forest last Wednesday.
Cory Smith and James Curle were joined on Monday night by the 1983 National Champion live from Amedeo’s! The guys discuss the 1983 reunion, relationship with the current team, memories of the historic run and much more! Whittenburg also sticks around to talk women's basketball, the Duke matchup on the men's side and much more!
To say that Saturday wasn't the Wolfpack's day would be an understatement. Coming off two big in-state wins, NC State couldn't slow down a red-hot Clemson offense inside PNC Arena as the Tigers cruised to a 96-71 win to sweep the season series with the Wolfpack.
Following the loss for the Wolfpack in the home finale, Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger breakdown NC State's performance, frustrating Senior Day and how the Pack can flush this one before playing Duke on Tuesday.
NC State and Wake Forest traded blows for the entire first half offensively, but it was the Wolfpack that pulled away late for a 90-74 win over the Demon Deacons. The Pack moved to 22 wins for the first time since the 1987-88 season and locked in 12 wins in ACC play -- the most during the Kevin Keatts era.
Miles Masercola and Cory Smith breakdown the huge performances from Jarkel Joiner and D.J. Burns, the importance of the defensive play in the second half, where the Pack stands in the ACC and more. Listen to the full podcast below!
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NC State baseball opener the 2023 season with a sweep for the fifth straight year, this time over Wagner. Alec Sawyer and Andrew Ciencin will break down the series and look forward to the Coastal matchup and this weekend’s series.
Former NC State catcher and current assistant coach Brett Austin will also join the guys for an interview! Austin discusses how he returned to NC State, his time as a player, developing current players like Jacob Cozart and Payton Green along with much more!
Over the last five days, NC State has collected wins over UNC in women’s basketball, wrestling, men’s basketball and ice hockey — at Carter-Finley Stadium. Cory and James will discuss all of those wins and the rest of the success for Pack athletics.
The guys will also be joined by Icepack forward Zach Herman to discuss his hat trick against UNC, playing in a once-in-a-lifetime game and much more!
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NC State's season got even more intriguing on Sunday afternoon with its third win over an in-state opponent -- this time against UNC-Chapel Hill. The Wolfpack held tight for the first 34 minutes, then had an electric stretch to close things out and bring home a 77-69 win over the Tar Heels.
Cory Smith, Brian Geisinger and Miles Masercola discuss the Wolfpack's huge win over UNC to clinch a winning record in ACC play, Jarkel Joiner's huge performance, how DJ Burns outscored Armando Bacot and much more! Listen or watch the full podcast below!
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The Sawyer & Ciencin Podcast is back, baby! With the 2023 NC State baseball season just around the corner, Alec Sawyer and Andrew Ciencin are firing the podcast back up for a third straight season!
The guys will preview the 2023 season, including handing out awards, giving their predictions and more. They'll also take a look at the first series against Wagner, discuss the Doak Field upgrades and give their thoughts on all of it.
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NC State suffered a deflating road loss at Syracuse on Tuesday night to drop its second in a three-game road trip. The Wolfpack jumped out to an early lead, but struggled to close out the first and the start of the second before clawing back and being on the wrong side of Bert Smith's whistle late.
Cory Smith and Miles Masercola dissect the Wolfpack’s tight road loss, the officiating down the stretch, Jarkel Joiner’s career night and much more. Listen to the full podcast to get our take now!
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It's been a rollercoaster week for NC State athletics with wins and losses for both hoops teams, a massive win for the wrestling team and records shattered (again) by Katelyn Tuohy.
Join Cory Smith and James Curle on this week's podcast to breakdown the last week of NC State hoops -- the good and bad -- along with a discussion about Dusan Mahorcic's injury and the possibility of a medical redshirt. The guys also discuss Wolfpack wrestling's big win, the upcoming week and much more!
In what could have been a classic letdown game after the loss to Virginia, NC State left no doubt in a 92-62 win over Boston College on the road. The Wolfpack got huge contributions from Jarkel Joiner and D.J. Burns after down games while Casey Morsell and Terquavion Smith continued their strong play.
State also saw the return of Jack Clark after a 10-game absence along to hit two of the Pack's 15 3-pointers in Conte Forum. Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger breakdown the win and what it means for the Pack in the Postgame Podcast!
On this week's episode, former NC State men's player and women's coach joins Kai Crutchfield for the show. Harris discusses his time with the Wolfpack with both programs, learning from his father, Larry, and life lessons he's learned over the years.
Harris and Crutchfield also have an in-depth discussion about the current women's team and the treatment of student-athletes going through struggles. Listen to the full podcast here or watch the video on YouTube!
No. 22 NC State's four-game winning streak was snapped Tuesday night as No. 8 Virginia ran away with a 63-50 win in Charlottesville. The Cavaliers put the clamps on defensively all night to take away multiple offensive stars for the Pack as it fell to 19-6 (9-5 ACC) overall.
Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger breakdown the Pack's offensive struggles, Casey Morsell's return to Charlottesville, how the Hoos kept D.J. Burns off balance and the overall importance of the loss.
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Following the Wolfpack's loss to Virginia Tech at home, Cory Smith and James Curle host the weekly podcast to recap the Play4Kay Game on Monday night. What's going on with the Pack in the last week to stumble back to .500 in ACC play?
The guys discuss also discuss the big week for Pack men's basketball, the matchup against UVA, getting back in the AP Poll and much more! Listen to the full podcast below to recap the full week for NC State Athletics!
DJ Burns was once again the driving force for NC State with 24 points and eight rebounds in a 72-64 win over Georgia Tech, but there were different faces showing up to help. With Terquavion Smith and Jarkel Joiner struggling offensively, Ernest Ross and Casey Morsell stepped up with a combined 33 points in the victory.
Cory Smith and Miles Masercola break down the Wolfpack's hard-fought win over Georgia Tech to move to 19-5 (9-4 ACC) on the season. Listen to the full podcast and give us your thoughts on the message boards or on the YouTube stream!
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Whatever could go right did go right for NC State on Wednesday night in a 94-66 victory over Florida State. The Wolfpack jumped out to as much as a 30-point lead in the first half and never looked back behind Terquavion Smith's 32-point night -- just two points short of his career high.
Cory Smith and Miles Masercola break down the huge win, including Smith's performance, the play of D.J. Burns, how Greg Gantt has quietly been a huge asset and what the win means for the Pack. Listen to the entire podcast below!
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With basketball season in full swing and spring camp still nearly one month away, it's still never too early to talk about NC State football. And with the ACC releasing the full schedule on Monday evening, Michael and Cory break it all down on the latest podcast.
How favorable is the schedule for NC State in conference play? What is the toughest stretch of the season for the Pack? How critical will a strong start be for State on the season? We cover it all on this podcast!
Coming off his most dominant performance to date against Wake Forest over the weekend, D.J. Burns joins Cory Smith on this edition of the Pack Pride Podcast. This 1-on-1 interview covers everything from Burns' huge season, his NIL opportunities, his signature shades and much more.
Burns also discusses why he enjoys being a "Dinosaur" in today's game, thriving off the belief from his teammates and coaches, his response to Wake Forest fans heckling him, plans for next year and much more. Listen to the full podcast with Burns below!
With the NHL Stadium Series coming to Carter-Finley Stadium in a few weeks, the Icepack will get a chance to utilize the stadium just a few days later. Cory Smith and James Curle are joined by Icepack head coach Tim Healy to discuss the season, the Frozen Finley game and much more!
The guys will also break down the huge wins for both the men's and women's hoops programs throughout the last week. All that, along with a recap of Katelyn Tuohy's record-setting weekend, why wrestling's win was important and more.
NC State fought all the way back from a 10-point deficit in the second half to pull out a 79-77 victory over Wake Forest on the road to pull out a quality win. Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger break down the latest win on the Postgame Podcast along with a look at the importance of the victory.
What led to D.J. Burns finding so much success offensively against Wake? How critical were the roles for players like L.J. Thomas, Greg Gantt and Ernest Ross off the bench? The guys dive into all that and more on the latest edition of the Postgame Podcast.
After spending nine years in the NFL or professional football, T.J. Graham has returned home to Raleigh to help others reach their dreams. The former Wakefield and NC State wideout sat down with Kai Crutchfield to discuss his lengthy career, what led him to the Wolfpack and what he's doing now.
The two former NC State sat down for a conversation about speed analytics in football and sports in general, how he's working with Wolfpack athletes to improve their game, their thoughts on the transfer portal and NIL, his work as an offseason coach with the Green Bay Packers and much more!
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Though the matchup on paper may have looked lopsided, Notre Dame was feisty on Tuesday night in a tough 85-82 win for NC State. Pack Pride Editor Cory Smith is joined by Brian Geisinger and Miles Masercola to discuss the Wolfpack's bounce-back win over Notre Dame inside PNC Arena.
How pivotal has Jarkel Joiner's play been in the last month of the season? What did the Wolfpack get from Terquavion Smith in his return? Just how significant was this win to bounceback before traveling to Wake Forest? All of that and more in the latests Postgame Podcast!
After a tough loss for the Wolfpack in Chapel Hill, Cory Smith and James Curle are joined by NC State legend Chris Corchiani to discuss the rivalry game. Corchiani goes in-depth on his thoughts on why this year's team is one of his all-time favorites, the injury to Terquavion Smith, the loss to UNC and much more live at Amedeo's.
In the second segment, the guys discuss the huge turnaround for the women's basketball program over the last week with notable wins against Miami and Louisville. Can the women's program notch a huge win this Sunday against Notre Dame?
NC State and UNC tip off on Saturday night for the first time this season with a lot on the line for both programs. For the Wolfpack, it's a chance to continue a five-game winning streak, while the Tar Heels continue to work back into the rankings after stumbling to start out ACC play.
Miles and Cory take a look at the matchups to watch, give their predictions and more to preview the big game. The guys also take a look back on watching NC State signee Trey Parker earlier in the week and give their thoughts on what he's bringing next season.
In just a few months, NC State women's basketball will welcome a four-player recruiting class includes four Top-75 players. At the top of that list is Zoe Brooks, the No. 9 overall player in the class and a full-blown superstar at the high school level with Saint John Vianney High School.
Brooks sits down with Cory Smith of Pack Pride to discuss why she joined the Wolfpack, her recent success toppling the No. 1 team in the country and her role with NC State next year. Listen to this brief podcast to learn so much more about Zoe Brooks now!
NC State men's basketball is riding high on a four-game winning streak heading into Chapel Hill against UNC this Saturday. Meanwhile, the women's program has dropped four of its last six before facing Miami on Thursday evening in Reynolds Coliseum.
Former NC State guard and four-time ACC Champion Kai Crutchfield is joined by Pack Pride Editor Cory Smith to breakdown the seasons so far for both NC State men's and women's programs heading into the end of January.
Tuesday night was set up to be the perfect trap game for NC State on the road in Atlanta, but the Wolfpack didn't take the bait. Despite having another big man out in EB Dowuona, the Wolfpack got huge performances from its lead guards to come away with the win.
Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger break down the Pack's latest victory, focusing in on the early turnover issues, stellar play from the guards and much more. The guys also look ahead to Saturday's matchup against UNC and what the Pack will need to do to extend its winning streak in Chapel Hill.
NC State men's and women's basketball are heading in different directions after the past week, with the men's program surprising many on a three-game winning streak and the women's program dropping two games on the road.
Cory Smith and James Curle recap an eventful week for both programs on this week’s podcast! Listen to the two-part episode with the first segment looking at men's and the second focusing on women's heading into another critical week.
NC State notched its third straight win over a potential Quad I opponent with an 83-81 overtime victory against Miami on Saturday afternoon. Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger discuss the win and why it was so important for the Pack's resume on the latest Postgame Podcast.
What led to Ernest Ross' best outing of his career and can it translate to a larger role? How big of an impact did DJ Burns have in every aspect of the game? Cory and Brian break it all down following the Pack's huge win.
NC State is set for its third straight matchup wtih a Top-50 team in the NET rankings on Saturday when it hosts Miami at PNC Arena. Miles Masercola and Cory Smith jumped on a Spaces session to discuss the recent success, preview Miami and take questions from fans on Twitter.
What should NC State fans be watching for against Miami? How vital have DJ Burns and Casey Morsell been to the Pack's efficiency? Listen to the full Twitter Spaces session below before the game tips off at noon!
We may be still be more than one month away from the start of NC State spring camp, but it's never too early to start looking ahead. Cory and Michael did just that when they revived Pack Pride Spaces to discuss the early depth chart and what battles to watch in camp.
The guys also look ahead to what's coming up in recruiting, including multiple visitors this weekend and Junior Day next weekend. Listen to the full Twitter Spaces session in podcast form!
NC State bounced back from a 1-3 start in ACC play with two critical wins over Duke and Virginia Tech this past week. James and Cory are joined by Wolfpack legend Scott Wood to breakdown the wins, give his thoughts on the current team and much more on this week's podcast.
In the second portion, the guys take a look at the commitment of Brennan Armstrong, how the expectations change for this season, his fit with Robert Anae and more. Also, the guys discuss Nyheim Hines' huge day and the recent stumbles for Pack women's basketball and why the program is set to get back on track with key players getting healthy.
NC State traveled up to Virginia Tech on Saturday night and escaped with its first road win of the season by a final of 73-69. Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger discuss how the Wolfpack came way with the win and the importance of getting two Quadrant I wins in a week.
What led to Terquavion Smith and Jarkel Joiner going off against the Hokies? How critical were Casey Morsell and Greg Gantt to the success of the Pack in the win? The guys touch on all of that and answer questions at the end of the podcast.
With NC State's backs against the ropes in the ACC and a daunting three-game stretch coming up, the Wolfpack was expected to struggle against No. 16 Duke. Add on the fact that State was without Dusan Mahorcic and Jack Clark, and the length of the Blue Devils frontcourt should have dominated the Pack, right? Wrong.
Not only did the Wolfpack come away with a win, it blistered Duke to the tune of an 84-60 win in PNC Arena, marking the largest deficit for a ranked Duke squad against an unranked opponent. It was also the third-largest margin of victory for the Wolfpack over the Blue Devils as State thoroughly dominated all night long to move to 12-4 (2-3 ACC) on the year.
Following the game, Cory Smith and Miles Masercola discussed what led to the critical win, the backcourt dominance from Terquavion Smith and Jarkel Joiner, the play of D.J. Burns, the importance for the resume and much more. Listen to or watch the full podcast below.
After an up-and-down week for NC State athletics, James and Cory ring in the New Year with Debbie Antonelli! The former Wolfpack star and Women's Basketball Hall of Famer discusses both hoops teams after covering both from the broadcasting booth already this year.
In the second half of the podcast, the guys will take a look back on the Duke's Mayo Bowl, look ahead to the football offseason and discuss the state of the hoops program heading into a critical month in the ACC schedule.
NC State got out to an early lead and had a defense that held tough all day long, but couldn't finish offensively in a 16-12 loss to Maryland in the Duke's Mayo Bowl. Michael Clark and Cory Smith discuss the loss, how it happened and look ahead to the offseason.
How much of a hindrance was Ben Finley's performance for the offense? Why couldn't the running game get going against Maryland's defense? What did Friday's game say about the defense's strength all season long? The guys cover all of that and more on the Postgame Podcast!
Four-time ACC champion Kayla Jones joins this episode of The Clutch Cast along with former teammate and fellow four-time ACC champion Kai Crutchfield. The duo discuss their time with the Wolfpack, where Jones is playing today and much more!
Crutchfield and Jones also discuss the current team, what to expect at the start of ACC play and more ahead of Thursday's game against Duke. Look out for the duo inside Reynolds Coliseum for the in-state matchup!
NC State and Maryland are set to renew a rivalry that has been dormant since the 2013 season this Friday when the Duke's Mayo Bowl kicks off. Jeff Ermann of InsideMDSports on the 247Sports network joins Cory Smith to discuss the matchup and what to expect from the Terrapins.
How has Taulia Tagovailoa progressed this season as a passer? Will he have enough weapons around him in the receiving corps in Charlotte? What are the strengths and weaknesses of the Maryland defense? Ermann discusses all of that and gives his prediction for Friday's matchup.
On this episode of The Clutch Cast, former NC State player and current broadcaster Ernie Myers joins Kai Crutchfield. Myers discusses the recent 1983 championship reunion, stories from the team, the impact of Jim Valvano and much more.
He also takes a look at the current teams and what he's seen as a broadcaster for both teams along with being an observer for the men's team in multiple recent games.
Michael Clark and Cory Smith jump on the Pack Pride Podcast live to discuss the latest signings for the Wolfpack! The guys took an in-depth look at some of the biggest gets and storylines for the Wolfpack in the #Pack23 class!
We also take questions from the life audience including a look at the player who can make the biggest immediate impact, where things stand with a prospect (who has since signed) and much more!
Cory Smith and James Curle return to Amedeo's for a live podcast with Shyheim Battle! The NC State defensive back will discuss his new NIL ventures, his plans for the future, his career thus far with the Wolfpack and more!
The guys will also discuss the busy last week for NC State when it comes to the hardwood, transfer portal, recruiting and much more!
NC State came away with its 10th win of the 2022-23 season with a 70-66 victory over Vanderbilt in the United Center on Saturday night. The Wolfpack got huge production from D.J. Burns, had up-and-down performances from its guards and ultimately closed out non-conference play at 10-1 overall before the meat of the ACC slate starts later this week.
Cory Smith and Miles Masercola break down the win, including Burns' best outing in an NC State uniform, Terquavion Smith and Casey Morsell trading strong halves, how this sets the Pack up for ACC play and more. Watch/listen to the full discussion at the video at the top or the podcast below.
In its final non-conference game inside PNC Arena, NC State dismantled Furman by a final score of 92-73. Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger discuss the Wolfpack's latest win to move to 9-3 on the season on the postgame podcast.
What did this win do for the confidence of players like LJ Thomas and Jack Clark? Is Casey Morsell rounding back into form with ACC play truly approaching? How much did the Pack's 20 forced turnovers play into the convincing win? We'll touch on all of that and more!
There has been a lot happening over the past week when it comes to NC State Athletics, so James and Cory will do their best to recap things! On this week's episode, NC State legend Nate Irving joins in the first segment to discuss the Wolfpack's 2022 season, the transfer portal, his time in Raleigh and much more!
In the second segment, Travis Branham of 247Sports will join the guys to breakdown the addition of Isaiah Miranda, how he can help the Pack rebound from the loss of Dusan Mahorcic and much more!
NC State moved to 8-2 earlier this week with a win over Coppin State, but it came at a cost with Dusan Mahorcic suffering a dislocated patella that requires surgery. Cory Smith and Brian Geisinger discuss the impact of the loss of Mahorcic for both sides of the court, the effect on the guards and what the rotations could look like moving forward.
But it hasn't all been negative for the Wolfpack this week, as State also signed 7-footer Isaiah Miranda and will have him on campus next week. The guys discuss how he can help instantly in practice and the potential for him in Kevin Keatts' offense -- including an element that hasn't been present since Year 1 under Keatts.
Kai Crutchfield is joined by Pack Pride Editor Cory Smith to discuss the last week for NC State men’s and women’s hoops! The women’s program continued its rise with big wins over Iowa and Georgia to move to No. 8 in the AP Poll.
The men’s program suffered a loss to Pittsburgh, but bounced back in the Heritage Game then landed a huge commit in Isaiah Miranda. We discuss all of those topics and how the injury for Dusan Mahorcic changes the lineups heading into Miami.
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Cory Smith rides solo for the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast to discuss the latest on the transfer portal for NC State -- particularly the entry of Devin Leary -- and the Tim Beck hire by Coastal. Who else could enter the portal? What is the legacy left behind for Leary? Who might be the next hire at offensive coordinator?
On the second half of the podcast, we'll get to on-the-field matters for the Wolfpack with Miller Yoho of the Duke's Mayo Bowl joining the show. We'll talk to the man behind the best Bowl Game Twitter account in the game, the matchup against Maryland and more.
NC State men's and women's basketball are both off to strong starts to the season with just one loss apiece to Top 5 programs. The Wolfpack women head to Iowa for another Top 10 showdown in the ACC-Big Ten Challenge while the men open ACC play against Pittsburgh on Friday.
Kai Crutchfield is joined in the latest Clutch Cast by NC State play-by-play announcer Andrew Sanders to discuss both teams. After calling all of the women's games on the radio and the most recent men's wins on the broadcast team, Sanders gives his take along with Crutchfield heading into December.
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After a nearly perfect week for NC State on the gridiron and hardwood, James and Cory take a look back on the results for football and basketball in three different countries!
How much did the win over UNC change the outlook on the 2022 season? What did we learn about both men’s and women’s hoops in the Bahamas and Cancun? We’ll recap it all in the latest live podcast from Amedeo’s!
NC State went down to the Bahamas and came away with a 2-1 mark and a strong showing throughout. The Wolfpack earned resume-boosting wins over Dayton and Butler, along with a hard-fought loss to No. 3 Kansas, proving how different this year's squad is with its new pieces.
Cory Smith, Miles Masercola and Brian Geisinger give their takeaways from the Battle 4 Atlantis, including Jarkel Joiner's play, concerns for Terquavion Smith(?), the bigs stepping up on the big stage, Jack Clark's versatility and what the recent showing says about the Pack's chances in March.
NC State went into Chapel Hill with a fourth-string quarterback and came away with a massive win to close out the regular season. Michael Clark and Cory Smith take a look back on the win for NC State in Chapel Hill to move to 8-4 (4-4 ACC) on the season.
How did the Pack pull off the upset? What went so right for Ben Finley and the offense (in the first half, at least)? Who stood out for the Pack's defense? How significant was this win for the program on and off the field? We'll cover it all on the postgame podcast!
NC State men's and women's hoops are coming off tough losses to Top 5 opponents, with the women’s team falling at No. 5 UConn and the men’s team dropping a close one to No. 3 Kansas in the Battle 4 Atlantis.
Kai Crutchfield is joined by Wolfpack Club member and season-ticket holder Daniel Williams to discuss the Wolfpack’s start to the season on both the men’s and women’s hoops teams. How will they bounce back in the next few games and who must step up for the Pack moving forward? We discuss it all on the Clutch Cast!
NC State heads into this week with a chance to rebound after two straight losses and gets an opportunity against its arch rival in UNC. The Wolfpack still sits at seven wins, but can help itself in a number of ways with a win in Chapel Hill before UNC heads to the ACC Championship Game.
CL Brown of the News & Observer joins Cory Smith to discuss the turnaround for UNC, the play of Drake Maye, the Tar Heels' wideouts and the struggles on the defensive side of the ball.
James and Cory are joined by National Champion cross country runners Sam Bush and Kelsey Chmiel on this week’s podcast! We’ll discuss their second straight national championship, coming home to a celebration and much more!
The guys will also talk about what happened over the weekend in Louisville, the state of the football program and some hoops ahead of some overseas trips for both the men’s and women’s basketball teams.
NC State was dealt more massive blows on both sides of the football when it came to injury news throughout the week and couldn't get the job done with several backups in a 25-10 loss to Louisville. Cory Smith and Michael Clark take a look back at the loss and what comes next for the Wolfpack.
What went wrong for NC State's offense that led to just 10 total points? How has the defense responded despite having entire games on their shoulders this season? Will this be one of the busiest offseasons of the Dave Doeren era? The guys touch on all of that and more in this podcast!
NC State suffered a baffling loss to Boston College last weekend, but will look to turn the page on the road against Louisville. However, the Cardinals are looking to bounce back and get to .500 in ACC play to close out the conference schedule at home against the Wolfpack.
Michael McCammon of Cardinal Authority joins Cory Smith to discuss the Louisville offense under both quarterbacks, the explosive running game, the Cardinals strong defense and give a prediction in the latest Pregame Podcast.
Cory Smith and James Curle are joined by former NC State basketball player and ESPN commentator Ernie Myers to discuss the men's and women's hoops teams in the first segment.
Cory and James also discuss the loss to Boston College, the feeling around the program moving forward and if the Pack can bounce back in the final two weeks on the road.
On an afternoon where NC State was set to make program history and send its seniors off in memorable fashion in the final home game of the season, the Wolfpack fell flat in the final three quarters. The end result was a 21-20 loss to Boston College in arguably the worst loss of the Dave Doeren era.
Pack Pride's Cory Smith and Michael Clark break down the Wolfpack's befuddling 21-20 loss to Boston College on Senior Day. The guys take a look at the offensive struggles and the somber feeling for NC State's seniors in their final home game of their careers.
NC State is set to host a critical matchup against Boston College this coming weekend for a number of reasons. Not only will it be Senior Day for 30 players, but it's a chance to make history with a 17th straight win at home for the Wolfpack.
All of that has somewhat overshadowed the opponent this week, but AJ Black of Eagle Insider joins Cory Smith this week to break the game down. Black discusses the potential for Emmett Morehead at quarterback, the struggles on the ground, dynamic play of Zay Flowers, the Eagles' defense and his prediction for Saturday's showdown.
Welcome to the first episode of the Clutch Cast with Kai Crutchfield! For those who don't know, the podcast name is a play on Kai's nickname, "Clutchfield," for her play in big games throughout her career. Kai will bring weekly updates and her own thoughts for both men's and women's basketball throughout the season on this podcast!
In this introduction episode, Kai explains her vision for the show and gives some background on her own career in the first segment. She's then joined by Pack Pride Editor and show producer Cory Smith to hand out some preseason awards for both the men's and women's teams!
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NC State pulled off an improbable victory over Wake Forest on Saturday evening behind one of the most complete performances of the Dave Doeren era. The Wolfpack rose up to No. 17 in the AP Poll and appears primed to fight for a strong finish starting with Senior Day against Boston College on Saturday.
James Curle and Cory Smith take a look back on the win, look forward to the road ahead and discuss some NC State basketball as the season tips off. This podcast was recorded in between the women's and men's basketball season openers, so most of the talk was about the women's victory over Quinnipiac.
Behind dominant performance from every facet of the game on offense, defense and special teams, NC State pulled out a 30-21 win over Wake Forest. Cory Smith and Michael Clark give their immediate thoughts after the win and what led to the Pack downing the Deacs.
Just how impressive was MJ Morris' performance in his first start? How did the Pack get the passing game going early and close out with the ground game? What led to the defense's dominance? How underrated is Christopher Dunn's impact? We discuss it all and hand out helmet stickers!
NC State and Wake Forest kickoff a critical game between two 6-2 programs looking to rewrite their seasons with an in-state win on Saturday. Cam Lemons Debro of Demon Deacon Digest joins Cory Smith on the Pregame Podcast to break down Wake Forest ahead of the primetime showdown.
Will Sam Hartman bounce back after a rough outing against Louisville on the road? How dynamic is the wide receiving corps with A.T. Perry, Donovan Greene and Jahmal Banks leading the way? Has the defense shown growth under new defensive coordinator Brad Lambert? We cover all of that and get Cam's prediction for Saturday night!
NC State certainly didn't get off to a hot start against Virginia Tech, but the Wolfpack pulled out a 22-21 win to move to 6-2 on the season. James and Cory discuss the emergence of MJ Morris, explosive plays making a return, the defense bouncing back and what this means moving forward.
The guys also discuss the upcoming matchup against Wake Forest, the dominance from the women's cross country program and the men's and women's basketball exhibitions this week. Listen to the full podcast or watch the live broadcast on the Pack Pride YouTube page!
After struggling mightily for nearly three quarters and falling behind 21-3 to Virginia Tech at home, NC State (6-2, 2-2 ACC) rallied to score three touchdowns in nine minutes, and secured a 22-21 win. True freshman quarterback MJ Morris came off the bench and led the way offensively, completing 20-of-29 passes for 265 yards and three touchdowns.
The Wolfpack's receiving corps also stepped up down the stretch in the win. Thayer Thomas tallied 10 receptions for 118 yards and two scores, while Devin Carter finished with five receptions for 62 yards, and true freshman receiver Terrell Timmons Jr. added two catches for 51 yards -- including a 43-yarder for the longest play of the night.
After nearly three years of recruiting Dennis Parker III, NC State finally landed the four-star wing from Richmond (VA) John Marshall moments ago. Cory Smith and Miles Masercola jump on an emergency podcast to discuss the Wolfpack's first commitment in the 2023 class.
Just how important was it for Kevin Keatts and the staff to land Parker? What does he bring to the program that's missing? Who does he compare to from the Pack's past? Can this help to keep turning the tide in the Commonwealth of Virginia? We touch on all that and more in this podcast!
NC State returns home this Thursday night for a primetime showdown against Virginia Tech in Carter-Finley Stadium. Doug Bowman of VTScoop joins the pregame podcast to discuss the Hokies' struggles this season, what areas they looked to improve during the bye and more.
Will Grant Wells look to use his legs more against the Wolfpack's defense? What has led to the struggles running the ball for the Hokies? How improved is Dax Hollifield at linebacker, and does VT have other impact players on defense around him? Get all that and more on this week's podcast!
On this week's podcast from Amedeo's, Cory and James are joined by Torin Dorn. The former NC State guard and current grad manager discuss his time with the Wolfpack, his current role with the team, standouts from the offseason and much more!
In the second segment, the guys give more thoughts on the current QB situation, where the Pack can improve out of the bye, focus on the Thursday night game and whether or not State should start burning redshirts to win down the stretch.
NC State football suffered its second loss of the season at Syracuse on Saturday in its first game without Devin Leary. James and Cory breakdown the loss and evaluate where the team stands heading into the bye week.
Also, should the Pack continue to roll with Jack Chambers under center or switch things up and go with M.J. Morris to lean into his development for the future? We discuss all of that and Zoe Brooks earning her fifth star in the 2023 class.
NC State's offense went from bad to worse on Saturday against Syracuse, failing to score a touchdown in a game for the first time since Tim Beck took over as offensive coordinator. The Wolfpack's defense also struggled, allowing 387 total yards and continues to get consistent pressure on the quarterback, with Garrett Shrader beating the Pack with his arm and legs.
Cory Smith and Michael Clark take a look back on the loss, the struggles offensively, what the Pack should do at quarterback, the costly injuries and penalties and where the Wolfpack goes after the bye week.
NC State vs. Syracuse are set to match up on Saturday in the first ranked matchup ever played between the two teams. James Finneral of CuseNation joins Cory Smith to breakdown the No. 18 Orange on the latest edition of the Pregame Podcast.
Finneral discusses the growth of Garrett Shrader, what makes Sean Tucker such a dynamic tailback, the strength of the defense at linebacker and gives a prediction for Saturday's showdown. Listen to the full podcast to prepare for the Top-25 matchup!
NC State found a way to pull out a tough win over Florida State in 19-17 fashion, but has to get ready with a new quarterback likely under center against Syracuse. Cory and James break down where things stand for Devin Leary -- and several other injuries -- along with a look at the potential for Jack Chambers under center.
The guys also discuss the men's and women's basketball teams, preview the season for both, discuss the ACC Tip-Off festivities and hand out their three stars for the week. Listen to the full podcast below!
It wasn't pretty, but NC State was able to put away Florida State late for a 19-17 win to move to 5-1 overall and 1-1 in ACC play. Michael and Cory take a look back on the nail-biting win over the Seminoles and the critical injuries in the second half.
What should the Pack do at quarterback if Devin Leary is out moving forward? How critical was the second half for the Pack defense? Just how good has Christopher Dunn been this season for the Pack? We recap all of that and hand out helmet stickers for the win.
NC State returns home this Saturday after its first loss on the road at Clemson with a hungry Florida State team coming to Raleigh. The Seminoles and Wolfpack both dropped their first conference games last weekend and are eager to get back in the win column on Saturday night at 8 p.m. on ACC Network.
Cory Smith is talkin bout the Noles with Brendan Sonnone of Noles247 in the latest Pregame Podcast, including what to expect from Jordan Travis, the FSU three-headed backfield, the Noles' strengths on defense and a prediction for Saturday's huge Atlantic Division contest.
NC State suffered a tough loss to Clemson over the weekend, but still has just one L and a lot of opportunity ahead of it. James and Cory are joined by Sports Channel 8 alum Mark Wood to discuss the Clemson game and the road ahead for the Wolfpack.
How important are the next two games in getting back on track before the bye week for the Pack? What are the biggest changes that need to happen to right the ship? Can the Pack still get to 10 wins and potentially a New Year's Six bowl this season? We discuss it all on the latest Pack Pride Weekly Podcast from Amedeo's!
NC State was so close on multiple opportunities to claw its way back into the game on Saturday night against Clemson, but ultimately fell 30-20 in Death Valley. The Wolfpack's offense was anemic in the second half, leading to State's defense getting picked apart by Clemson.
Cory and Michael take a look back on what went wrong at Memorial Stadium, who to place the blame on for the offense, the Pack's defensive performance and look ahead to the next few weeks in the Postgame Podcast.
After an entire offseason and four weeks worth of games, NC State vs. Clemson is finally here -- and the stakes have never been higher. The Wolfpack and Tigers are set for a Top-10 showdown on ABC with Atlantic Division title implications at the start of ACC play for the Pack.
Kelly Gramlich of the ACC Network joined Cory Smith to discuss the Tigers' start to the season, D.J. Uiagalelei's growth, Will Shipley and Demie Sumo-Karngbaye's potential impact, Clemson's secondary struggles, the effects of Hurricane Ian and give a prediction for the matchup.
NC State is coming off another dominant win in non-conference play, but the real fun will begin this Saturday against Clemson. The Wolfpack will be met with not only the No. 5 Tigers and 81,500 fans, but also the remnants of Hurricane Ian on Saturday night in primetime on ABC.
Therefore, on this week's episode, James and Cory are joined by Spectrum News meteorologist and NC State graduate Lee Ringer to discuss Ian and its potential impact on the game. Bud Elliott of 247Sports and CBS Sports also joins the podcast in the final segment to break down the national perspective of Saturday's game and give his thoughts on NC State, Clemson and more!
There's no hiding it at this point, all four games for NC State in September were leading up to Oct. 1 against Clemson. The Wolfpack cleared the final hurdle on Saturday against UConn, so Cory and Michael breakdown the 41-10 win over the Huskies on the Postgame Podcast.
What were the biggest takeaways from Devin Leary's performance? How big was it to get Devin Carter, Thayer Thomas and the other experience wideouts heavily involved? What's the status of injured players? Who earned helmet stickers on offense and defense? How critical is next Saturday's game in Death Valley?
NC State took down its lone non-conference Power 5 opponent in Texas Tech on Saturday behind a blistering performance from the Wolfpack's defense and a strong outing from Demie Sumo-Karngbaye. James and Cory recap the game in the first portion of the podcast before linebacker Isaiah Moore joined the show.
Moore discussed the #PackUnited initiative, what made Saturday such a dominant night for the Pack defense, his leadership style, his return along with Payton Wilson's huge game and much more in the second segment.
The Wolfpack moved to 3-0 on the season Saturday night after putting together a 27-14 win over Texas Tech at home. It marked the second non-conference Power 5 win in the Dave Doeren era -- both of which have come at home.
Cory Smith and Michael Clark break down the smothering defensive performance, the offense's continued struggles in the red zone, dominance from special teams and much more on the Postgame Podcast!
NC State is set for its first home non-conference showdown against a Power 5 program since 2016 when it hosts Texas Tech on Saturday. Jarret Johnson of Inside the Red Raiders on 247Sports joined the pregame podcast to preview Texas Tech with Cory Smith.
What is different about the new offense for the Red Raiders? What type of quarterback is Donovan Smith? How experienced is this Texas Tech defense? We discuss all that and get Jarret's prediction for Saturday's matchup.
On this week's podcast, James and Cory were joined by a very special guest in former Wolfpack WR Emeka Emezie live from Amedeo's! Emezie discussed his busy offseason, being a fan of NC State for the first time, relives some moments over the years and much more.
On the second half of the podcast, the guys hand out their three stars of the week, take a look at the Texas Tech matchup and break down the talks about Dave Doeren and Nebraska.
On a day where the college football world was going crazy, the Wolfpack looked dominant in a 55-3 win over Charleston Southern. Michael and Cory take a look at how NC State trounced the Buccaneers early and just kept pouring it on.
Did Saturday's game prove Devin Leary bounced back from the ECU performance? Just how important is Tyler Baker-Williams to the Pack's defense? Which reserve players stood out in the blowout win? We take a look at all of that and hand out game balls on this podcast!
Coming off an up-and-down showing on the road against East Carolina, NC State returns home this Saturday for a 12:30 p.m. kickoff against Charleston Southern. David Shelton of the Post & Courier joins Cory Smith to discuss the Buccaneers and what to expect from Autry Denson's team in Week 2.
Who are the offensive players to know for the Bucs? What was Jack Chambers' impact before transferring to NC State? Will this be a get-right game for the offense against CSU's defense? Finally, does he expect the Pack to cover the massive spread on Saturday?
On this week's episode of the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast, Cory and James talk about actual football being played! The guys recap the narrow win over ECU, Devin Leary's performance, the injuries coming out of Greenville and if the wake-up call was a good thing in Week 1.
We also take a look around the rest of the ACC, including who looks better -- or worse -- than we initially thought heading into the season. The podcast is wrapped up with the return of the "Three Stars" with a look at the standouts from the past week.
After a nail-biting finish on Saturday afternoon that took a missed PAT and field goal from ECU, NC State came out with a 21-20 victory in Greenville. It wasn't a pretty win, but Michael and Cory break it all down nonetheless on the postgame podcast.
The guys take a look at the play of Devin Leary, Demie Sumo-Karngbaye's breakout performance, the defensive outing and where the Pack goes from here. We also hand out MVPs to offensive and defensive players from the win over East Carolina.
The first pregame podcast of the season is here! Stephen Igoe of Hoist the Colours on the 247Sports network joins Cory Smith to preview the Wolfpack's season opener in Greenville against East Carolina on Saturday.
How much has changed under Mike Houston since 2019? What should NC State fans expect from the backfield of Holton Ahlers and Keaton Mitchell? How experienced is the defense for the Pirates? What will the atmosphere be like for the Pack at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium? We touch on it all in this podcast!
With the start of the 2022 football season just days away, Cory and James give their predictions for the ECU matchup, over/under for 8.5 wins and other props like Devin Leary going for 4,000+ yards, a 1,000-yard receiver and several defensive categories, too.
The guys also break down the last week for NC State -- including two huge games for Jameese Joseph and Jaiden Thomas -- and discuss the bulletin board material from an ECU linebacker on Monday afternoon.
We are officially single-digit days away from the start of the NC State 2022 football season. And with so much hype building around the program, the expectations are at an all-time high for the Wolfpack.
Cory Smith, Michael Clark and Alec Sawyer go through the entire schedule and give their pick and reasoning for each game. The guys also give their predictions for several awards, including player of the year and breakout player on both sides of the ball.
It's that time of year again! NC State heads into the 2022 football season with a wealth of talent and depth all over the roster, so it's time to dive into the depth chart with the position preview podcasts.
With just 10 days left before the season starts, Michael and Cory dive into the special teams units. Who are the leaders for the kickoff return position? What should Pack fans expect from Shane McDonough? What will Chris Dunn and Thayer Thomas do in their final seasons? We cover it all in this podcast!
Several teams from NC State Athletics are on the cusp of starting the season, but the women's soccer program is already off to a 2-0 start. Wolfpack veterans Jameese Joseph and Jaiden Thomas join us to talk about the hot start, their leadership on the team, working with the Pack of Wolves NIL Collective, becoming the first student-athletes with an Adidas NIL deal and more!
In the second segment, James and Cory break down Kevin Concepcion's commitment, the latest with NC State football in fall camp, players who have stood out and what we've learned from the All-Access show on ACC Network.
NC State has landed its first wideout in the 2023 class with the commitment from Kevin Concepcion. Michael and Cory breakdown the addition of Concepcion and what it means for the Wolfpack's class.
What does Concepcion bring to the Pack on the field? Why did he pick State over finalist UNC and double-digit Power 5 offers? Will Concepcion lead to other playmakers joining the recruiting class? And who's next?
It's that time of year again! NC State heads into the 2022 football season with a wealth of talent and depth all over the roster, so it's time to dive into the depth chart with the position preview podcasts.
With just over two weeks remaining until the season kicks off, Michael and Cory take a look at two of the most loaded spots on the roster for talent: the safeties. Can Tanner Ingle repeat his success from last year? Who will emerge as the starting strong safety? How solid is the future of this position group? We cover it all on this position preview!
With less than three weeks left before the football season kicks off, there's still so much more going on in the world of NC State Athletics. On this episode, new Wolfpack big man DJ Burns joins us live from Amedeo's to discuss the trip to the Bahamas, the new-look roster, his musical ability and much more!
James and Cory were also joined by Haze Lancaster and Molly Thompson of the Pack of Wolves NIL Collective to talk about Meet the Pack Day and the status of NIL at NC State. Oh, and we wrap it up with talk about the Pack's preseason ranking in the AP Poll and the Courtney Banghart fallout.
It's that time of year again! NC State heads into the 2022 football season with a wealth of talent and depth all over the roster, so it's time to dive into the depth chart with the position preview podcasts.
In this episode, Michael and Cory take an in-depth look at the cornerbacks and nickels for the Pack. How stacked is State when it comes to the starters at each position? What makes Tyler Baker-Williams one of the most important players on the roster? Will players like Joshua Pierre-Louis and Dreshun Miller step up for the Pack this year?
With the college football season less than one month away for NC State, James and Cory were joined by Josh Pate of 247Sports to discuss the Wolfpack. The "Late Kick" podcast host shared his thoughts on Devin Leary, the Wolfpack's chances in the ACC and College Football Playoff, State's vaunted defense, the Pack's place in conference realignment and much more.
In the second portion of the podcast, Cory and James break down the latest intel from fall camp -- including a look at the left tackle and running back battles. The guys also take a look back on the Victory Day festivities and the Bahamas trip for the Pack men's basketball team.
It's that time of year again! NC State heads into the 2022 football season with a wealth of talent and depth all over the roster, so it's time to dive into the depth chart with the position preview podcasts.
On this edition of the position previews, Cory and Michael take a look at the loaded linebacker position. Just how good can this starting unit of Drake Thomas, Payton Wilson and Isaiah Moore be when healthy? Is this the most depth the Pack has ever had at the position? Who are some new names to know in the linebacker corps?
On this week's episode of the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast, Cory and James are joined live by incoming NC State WBB transfer Saniya Rivers. The Wilmington native talks about her growth last season with South Carolina, why she came to NC State, the importance of the Pack of Wolves NIL Collective, her recruitment by UNC and much more.
Michael Clark also joins the podcast in the second segment to preview fall camp starting on Wednesday. The guys break down what they'll be looking for on Day 1, where things stand at key positions like left tackle and running back and several other topics with one month left before the season opener.
It's that time of year again! NC State heads into the 2022 football season with a wealth of talent and depth all over the roster, so it's time to dive into the depth chart with the position preview podcasts.
In this episode, Cory and Michael take a deep dive into the defensive line. Can Cory Durden repeat as All-ACC? How big is the return of Savion Jackson? Will Davin Vann's versatility be a game changer in the pass rush? Who are the potential breakout stars in the trenches?
It's that time of year again! NC State heads into the 2022 football season with a wealth of talent and depth all over the roster, so it's time to dive into the depth chart with the position preview podcasts.
On this episode, Michael and Cory take a look at the offensive line and potential question marks heading into the season. How important were the returns of Grant Gibson and Chandler Zavala? Has the Wolfpack figured out the left tackle spot? Can the Pack get more push for the running game? We cover it all on this podcast.
On the latest episode of the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast, Cory and James are joined by Chip Patterson of CBS Sports. Patterson gives his thoughts on NC State football this upcoming season, why he has the Pack winning nine games or more and where State and the ACC stand in the latest conference realignment talks.
Prior to Patterson joining the podcast, James and Cory also take a look back on the MLB Draft last week, which players have signed and the expectations for players like Eli Serrano and Michael Gupton joining the team.
It's that time of year again! NC State heads into the 2022 football season with a wealth of talent and depth all over the roster, so it's time to dive into the depth chart with the position preview podcasts.
On this episode, Michael and Cory take a look at the tight end position. Will Trent Pennix be able to replicate his production late in 2021 for an entire season? Can Christopher Toudle remain a huge red-zone target? Which young player will step up as a traditional tight end? We cover it all on this position preview!
After a hiatus for the summer, the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast is back from Amedeo's every Monday night! Cory and James were joined this week by special guest Kai Crutchfield to talk about life after basketball, how she's staying connected with the Pack of Wolves and take a look back on her time with Wes Moore and the program as a whole.
During the first portion of the show, James and Cory also recap the last month-plus for the Pack, including where State stands when it comes to conference realignment. We also look ahead to the ACC Kickoff on Wednesday as the Pack prepares to become the hunted in the Atlantic Division.
It's that time of year again! NC State heads into the 2022 football season with a wealth of talent and depth all over the roster, so it's time to dive into the depth chart with the position preview podcasts.
In today's episode, Cory and Michael preview the wide receivers heading into the 2022 season. Can Thayer Thomas and Devin Carter lead this unit after multiple years of consistent play? Will Porter Rooks have a breakout year in the slot? How much of an impact will Darryl Jones have? Between Anthony Smith, Julian Gray, Keyon Lesane and others on the roster, which young wideouts need to make a leap this season?
It's that time of year again! NC State heads into the 2022 football season with a wealth of talent and depth all over the roster, so it's time to dive into the depth chart with the position preview podcasts.
In this episode, Michael and Cory take an in-depth look at the running back position. Can Jordan Houston and Demie Sumo-Karngbaye take the reins? How much of an impact will Michael Allen and Delbert Mimms have? Who are some other names to watch? We preview it all on this podcast!
It's that time of year again! NC State heads into the 2022 football season with a wealth of talent and depth all over the roster, so it's time to dive into the depth chart with the position preview podcasts.
In the first episode, Michael and Cory break down the quarterbacks, starting of course with Devin Leary. How much better can Leary be this season? What are the realistic expectations for him? Who will take the reins in the backup QB battle? We have it all in this edition of the podcast!
The fireworks started early on the 4th of July for NC State fans, with the Wolfpack landing two of its top defensive targets in the 2023 class. In-state nickel Tamarcus Cooley jumped on board first, which was followed by Florida safety Daemon Fagan later in the evening.
Michael and Cory break down the two highly-touted defensive backs, where they fit in the 3-3-5 system, how important they are to the overall class and what their commitments mean for the rest of the class.
The NC State baseball season came to a shocking close less than one month ago, but the program is already looking forward to the 2023 season. One of the main reasons for that is the potential return of Sam Highfill, the Wolfpack's expected ace who missed more than half the 2022 season due to a back injury.
Highfill joined Cory to talk about joining the Pack of Wolves NIL Collective, his NIL opportunities, not being able to play at the end of the 2022 season, the chances he returns one more year and more!
In this edition of the Pack Pride Podcast, Cory is joined by 247Sports college football analyst and co-host of The Block podcast Blake Brockermeyer. The former Texas and Carolina Panthers offensive lineman discusses his thoughts on what makes NC State a College Football Playoff contender this year.
Brockermeyer also breaks down his take on Devin Leary being a potential first-round pick, why the Pack's defense is "the truth," the 3-3-5 scheme ran by Tony Gibson and much more. Listen to the full podcast below to hear Brockermeyer's full thoughts on the Pack's chances to be an elite team this season.
Kevin Keatts and NC State are inching closer toward completing the 2022-23 roster, with the latest addition this offseason coming in Joel Justus being added to the staff. 247Sports basketball analyst Travis Branham jumps on with Cory Smith to give his take on Justus joining the Pack, his impact as a recruiter and developer of talent.
Branham also discusses what the return of Terquavion Smith means for State, the transfer players coming in, the overhauled staff as a whole and if this team can compete for an NCAA Tournament berth. Listen to the full podcast to get Branham's thoughts on the Pack this season!
It's been a wild offseason for NC State basketball, but Kevin Keatts got another big win on Wednesday with the hiring of Joel Justus. Cory and Miles discuss his addition, what he brings to the program and why Wolfpack fans should be excited about the overhauled staff as a whole.
The guys also take a look back on the players landed in the portal, Terquavion Smith's return, what a healthy Greg Gantt and Ernest Ross will bring along with much more on this podcast.
NC State has won multiple National Championships in the last several months, but now it can claim a World Champion in ... cheese rolling? Abby Lampe joins Cory on this week's podcast to discuss her victorious tumble in the Cooper's Hill Cheese Rolling race, her love for NC State as a fourth-generation Wolfpacker, her plans for the Gloucester cheese and much more!
Lampe's portion of the podcast starts at the 37:50 mark.
Prior to the interview with Abby, James and Cory take a look back on the previous week, including Tommy White's transfer, landing Carter Trice, football recruiting and look ahead to what's to come in the next month!
NC State's backcourt has been rejuvenated since last season with players like Jarkel Joiner entering the program, Breon Pass progressing and Terquavion Smith returning. Cory and Miles were joined by Joiner and Pass to discuss the offseason on the latest Twitter Spaces session.
What does the return of Terquavion Smith do for the program? Why did Joiner decide to come to NC State? How has working with the Pack of Wolves impacted their offseason? What is their outlook for the upcoming season with the pieces coming back? We touch on it all in this week's Space!
One year after being sent home early by the NCAA from the College World Series, NC State was left home despite having a more than compelling case for being in the NCAA Tournament field. Alec and Andrew give their honest opinions of the decision to leave the Pack9 out of the field in the latest Sawyer & Ciencin.
How did the Pack compare to teams that narrowly made it into the field? What are their thoughts on the justification from the NCAA? How awful is this for players like Devonte Brown and J.T. Jarrett? They touch on all of that and more.
After posting two wins behind a hot offense in Charlotte earlier in the week, NC State is set to play in the ACC Tournament Semifinals for the third straight postseason. Alec and Andrew shot a live Twitter Spaces session on Friday to discuss the week and the upcoming game.
What led to the bounce back performances in thus far in Charlotte? How impressive has Tommy White been in his first ACC Tournament? What should Pack9 fans expect from Pitt on Saturday? We break it all down on this podcast!
Both the men's and women's basketball teams are currently in the middle of wild offseasons that have seen three or more players signed for each. Miles and Cory join a Twitter Spaces session to talk about the latest moves, the fits for the transfers and what might come next in the portal.
The guys also break down the upcoming decisions for Terquavion Smith and Dereon Seabron, an update on the assistant coaching search, Ashley Williams' hiring for WBB and much more! Listen to the full Spaces session below on the Pack Pride Podcast feed.
Monday night was another blowout episode at Amedeo's, this time with three offensive linemen joining James and Cory in the booth. Tim McKay, Bryson Speas and Grant Gibson discussed joining the Pack of Wolves NIL Collective, replacing Ikem Ekwonu, expectations for the 2022 season, protecting Devin Leary, the return of Chandler Zavala, cooking shows, NFTs and much more!
In the second portion of the podcast, Alec Sawyer jumps on to break down the woeful weekend against Wake Forest for the Pack9. How important is this week for NC State to get into the NCAA Tournament? What happened to the offense? And how important was the Saniya Rivers pickup this past week? We discuss it all on this week's podcast!
After a tough week in Raleigh, the Wolfpack went on the road and took a series over Duke before returning home to put up a 20-burger against UNCG. Alec and Andrew take a look back on the four games and what the Pack9 must do this weekend against Wake Forest.
The guys also break down the possible scenarios for the ACC Tournament heading into the final weekend, including what must happen for the Pack to earn a Top 4 seed. Also, a look at how the play of multiple freshmen has picked up and could be crucial for State heading into the postseason.
This offseason has been one of the wildest ever, with the transfer portal and NIL taking center stage over the last several months. Michael Clark joins Cory and James to discuss the state of the Wolfpack recruiting and how NIL has affected this offseason.
The guys also break down the significance of Chandler Zavala's return, the NCAA trying to govern NIL and the Wolfpack football team as a whole.
NC State dropped a befuddling series to UNC at home due to two late collapses, then did the same against UNCW on Tuesday in Wilmington. Andrew and Alec take a look back after covering the series, with one in the booth and one in the press box.
What happened late in the games against UNC? How much of an impact did the weather have on Saturday's loss? Can the Pack9 bounce back this coming weekend at Duke? The guys discuss those topics and look at some of the performances from #PackPros in this week's episode!
The best linebacker trio in the ACC is ready to get back on the field this fall, and they joined James and Cory on Monday night to talk about their excitement for the 2022 season. Payton Wilson, Drake Thomas and Isaiah Moore joined the podcast live at Amedeo's to discuss joining the Pack of Wolves NIL Collective, getting to play together one more time and much more!
James and Cory also recap the last week for NC State, including James Johnson's departure, the Pack9's series loss to UNC and both tennis programs advancing to the Sweet 16.
After building for the last few months, the Pack of Wolves NIL Collective for NC State is set to launch on Monday. Former NC State and current NFL quarterback Mike Glennon has been a part of the program since the start as a member of the Executive Board.
Michael Clark sat down with Glennon to talk about his involvement in the Pack of Wolves, the importance of NIL in college sports, his thoughts on the upcoming season for NC State, how he plans to serve as an advisor for student-athletes, which players he's been working with this offseason and much more!
NC State football got a huge boost in the trenches on Thursday evening with the NCAA granting a medical waiver for offensive lineman Chandler Zavala. Not only was it huge for Zavala personally, but it was also a massive addition for the Wolfpack at a position of need after losing Ikem Ekwonu this offseason.
In this emergency Spaces session on Twitter, Michael Clark and Cory Smith give their thoughts on Zavala's waiver being granted, the NCAA doing something right (for once), the heightened expectations for the Pack and much more with the Spaces audience.
It's officially UNC week. The Wolfpack is set to take on its rival on the diamond starting Friday evening with the Tar Heels making the short trip to Doak Field. Alec Sawyer and Andrew Ciencin preview the rivalry series and where things stand for the Pack9 heading into the final three ACC weekends.
Aaron Fitt of D1Baseball also joins Alec in the second segment to break down the Wolfpack's season thus far. Fitt discusses where the Tar Heels stand heading into the weekend, the Pack's continued success despite the turnover this season and much more on this week's podcast!
On this week's episode of the podcast, James and Cory are joined by former NC State All-ACC forward Kayla Jones and National Champion wrestler Mike Macchiavello! Jones is currently going through training camp with the Minnesota Lynx while Macchiavello just came off winning his first US Open.
The guys also discuss baseball's sweep over Radford, the upcoming series and the Wolfpack's success in the 2022 NFL Draft and free-agent signings.
NC State went into Louisville and was in every game, but fell late in two out of three to drop the series on the road. But the Wolfpack bounced back in a big way against ECU at home to kickoff a seven-game homestand over the next week.
Alec Sawyer and Andrew Ciencin take a look back on the week, talk about Tommy White's ridiculous home run pace, discuss some recent rule changes by the NCAA and previewing what's coming up next for the Pack9!
The last week for NC State was another busy one, but this time it was a positive one for the basketball program. The Wolfpack men's team added two high-scoring signees while the women's program got a commitment from a standout post player.
James and Cory break all of that down along with a look at the current state of two more men's transfers, the Pack9's up-and-down weekend in Louisville and much more!
Former NC State outfielder Brett Kinneman is has been a player, coach and now a broadcaster for the Wolfpack throughout his career. He joins Alec Sawyer and Andrew Ciencin to discuss every stage, how he's adapted to commentating, Tommy White's ridiculous start and much more.
Alec and Andrew also take a look at the series sweep over Boston College before Easter and the upcoming series at No. 16 Louisville in the first half of the podcast.
On this week's podcast, Cory and James have plenty to discuss between the loss of Shawn Phillips, the transfer portal activity, the WNBA Draft, a baseball sweep over Boston College and much more!
Could the Shawn Phillips decision be an opportunity for the Pack to get older at center? Where does State stand with several top targets in the portal? What does the sweep over BC mean for the confidence of the Pack9 heading into Louisville?
We cover all that and more on this week's podcast!
(Note: This podcast was shot prior to decisions from River Baldwin and Jack Clark to join the hoops teams)
Coming off a wild week of baseball in which the Pack9 went 2-2 with a walk-off win on Tuesday night, Alec and Andrew discuss everything that took place in Blacksburg and against UNCW. The guys highlight what went wrong vs. Virginia Tech, how the Pack has bounced back, top players for the week and preview the BC series.
Cory Smith also sits down with NC State closer Chris Villaman to break down his season, how he's adapted to the closer role, his time with USA Baseball and much more! Listen to the full interview starting at the 29:13 mark.
On this week's episode of the Weekly Podcast, Wolfpack Club Executive Director Ben Broussard joins James and Cory from Amedeo's. Broussard discusses the season for the Wolfpack, how it's impacted the Wolfpack Club, the excitement of the fan base and much more.
In the second portion of the show, Cory and James break down their thoughts from the NC State Spring Game, look back on the series in Blacksburg for the Pack9 and discuss the big weekend for NC State cheerleading.
NC State hosted its final portion of spring camp with the Spring Game presented by Gigi's Playhouse on Saturday afternoon at Carter-Finley Stadium with a 50-7 victory for the Red Team. Michael Clark and Cory Smith break down their thoughts from the game on the offense, defense and special teams performance.
How did Devin Leary look heading into a critical season? Which young wide receivers made the most of their opportunity? Who were the defensive players that stood out? Michael and Cory cover it all in the Postgame Podcast.
Week in and week out, NC State baseball is releasing some of the best creative videos in the country from its weekend series. The man behind those videos is Joe Williams, a former starting pitcher at JMU and Assistant Director of Creative Video for the Pack9.
Alec Sawyer and Andrew Ciencin discuss Williams' role with the Pack, his journey to Raleigh and more. They close out the show with a look back on the series win at Clemson, the upcoming trip to Blacksburg and what's led to the recent success for the program.
The twists and turns of the NC State basketball offseason continued with Levi Watkins returning home to take over as an assistant coach. Cory and James break down the hire, what it could mean for the Pack's bigs and take a look at the transfer portal for State.
In the second half, the guys preview the Spring Game this coming Saturday, including players to watch and what to expect from the showcase. The podcast is wrapped up with a look back at the Pack9 series win over Clemson on the road, Noah Soles winning ACC Player of the Week and looking ahead to the next month for NC State baseball.
NC State has landed its first four-star prospect of the 2023 class in Havelock (N.C.) tight end Javonte Vereen. Michael Clark and Cory Smith break down the impact of landing Vereen on the class on the Pack23 Podcast.
What type of player is the Pack getting in Vereen? What are his biggest strengths for the next level? How much of an impact can he have on the 2023 class? And most importantly -- who's next?!
The hits just keep coming this offseason for NC State men's basketball with Manny Bates becoming the fourth player to enter the Transfer Portal. Miles and Cory take a look at the impact of his departure and what led to him and Cam Hayes entering the portal?
The guys also break down the latest on Dereon Seabron and Terquavion Smith along with a look at the assistant coaching search on this podcast!
After a three-game sweep of No. 12 Georgia Tech and a midweek victory in Greenville, NC State is riding an overall five-game winning streak heading into Clemson. Alec Sawyer is joined this week by Cory Smith to breakdown the entire week for the Pack9.
The guys take a look back at the up-and-down games on Friday and Saturday for NC State and the dominance from the bullpen to help shut the door in each game -- including the 2-0 win over ECU. Can NC State truly show it's turned a corner this weekend in Clemson? Get it all on this week's episode!
On this week's episode of the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast, former Wolfpack women's basketball assistant and men's player Simon Harris joins the show. We discuss the tremendous season for the women's team, the loss to UConn and much more!
In the second half of the show, James and Cory give more analysis of the Elite Eight loss, Manny Bates' decision to transfer, the five-game winning streak for NC State baseball and the NFL Pro Day on Tuesday.
The Wolfpack fought back in the second half to force overtime, then it got a last-second 3-pointer from Jakia Brown-Turner to force another. But ultimately, none of it was enough to overcome No. 2 UConn in Bridgeport, ending NC State's season just four points shy of the Final Four.
Cory Smith and Alec Sawyer recap the final game of the season, the final performances for the seniors, the historic year that was in 2021-22 and look ahead to next year on this edition of the Postgame Podcast.
After an up-and-down weekend in Tallahassee, the Wolfpack came away with confidence despite a series loss. Alec and Andrew look back on the series, which included a marathon Sunday doubleheader that lasted 26 innings before an FSU walk-off homer.
What were the biggest takeaways from the trip to Florida? Can the Pack truly get back to its winning ways against Georgia Tech this weekend? The guys cover it all on this episode of Sawyer & Ciencin.
With NC State women's basketball dancing into the Sweet 16, former Pack assistant and current Rice head coach Lindsay Edmonds joins James and Cory on this week's episode of the podcast.
After spending eight years with Wes Moore (bless her), Edmonds talks about the lessons she learned as a coach, his philosophy on recruiting, her first year with Rice as the head coach, the legacy of the Wolfpack seniors, the transfer portal and much more!
The guys also take a look back on the wins for the Pack over Longwood and Kansas State, the NCAA Tournament in wrestling and discuss the tough series loss for baseball in Tallahassee. Listen to Thursday's Spaces session at 11:30 a.m. for more on men's basketball!
In the middle of an eventful week for NC State football and basketball, we opted to host a Twitter Space to discuss it all. Listen in as Cory Smith, Michael Clark and Miles Masercola join up to answer questions from Twitter followers on this podcast.
Questions ranging from the running back situation in spring camp to Robert Dillingham looking to reclassify to transfer portal options in both sports, the guys give the latest updates on all three.
Much like last season, the 2022 baseball season has gotten off to a rocky start. Coming off two straight sweeps to start the season, the Pack9 has now lost six of its last eight games and heads into Tallahassee this weekend for a three-game series against No. 8 Florida State.
If there's any player that knows about going through that experience, it's Austin Murr. The 2021 Rawlings Gold Glove winning first baseman joined Andrew Ciencin and Alec Sawyer to discuss the start to the season, how State can turn it around and his start in the minors with the Detroit Tigers organization.
Following the women's basketball bracket release, James and Cory are joined by former NC State sharpshooter Scott Wood to discuss the Bridgeport Region. How did the NCAA get the Region so wrong? What lies ahead for NC State? And how important is this run for the legacy of the veteran players on the roster?
The guys also look ahead to what's sure to be a wild offseason on the men's basketball side. How impactful was Jaylon Gibson's transfer? Who might be next? Which players will be around next year? How important is NIL in turning things around?
We cover it all in this podcast!
NC State is currently in the middle of spring camp, and it's an important one for several current players on the roster. None more so than Jordan Poole, who's looking to make the most of his redshirt freshman year with a spot on the two-deep open at linebacker this fall.
Poole sat down with Alex Wilkinson of Pack Pride for 21 questions about his love for NC State, the work he's put in under Coach Thunder, expectations for the 2022 season, rapid-fire questions and much more!
After an 8-0 start to the season, NC State came back down to Earth last week with a four-game losing streak against Campbell and Northeastern. The Pack9 recovered with a mid-week game against UNCG, but have one of the toughest series all season starting on Friday against No. 3 Notre Dame.
Alec and Andrew recap the last week, taking an in-depth look at what went wrong against Northeastern and previewing the homer series vs. the Irish.
With the 70-64 loss to Clemson in the opening round of the ACC Tournament, NC State's 2021-22 season has officially come to a close. The Wolfpack limped to a disastrous 11-21 (4-16 ACC) season, leading to what will be an eventful offseason as Kevin Keatts looks to right the ship.
Miles and Cory take a look back on the loss in Brooklyn and why the offensive inefficiency doomed the Pack before wrapping up with a look ahead to what needs to take place this offseason. The guys also give their thoughts and predictions for the future of key players like Terquavion Smith, Dereon Seabron and Manny Bates.
NC State women's basketball and wrestling both clinched ACC Championships over the weekend. Meanwhile, baseball stumbled back down to Earth with a four-game losing streak while the men's basketball team continued a four-game losing streak of their own to close out the regular season.
James and Cory reflect on the huge highs for the WBB and wrestling programs, discuss the level of concern for the Pack9 and look ahead to the ACC Tournament starting in Brooklyn on Tuesday afternoon for the Wolfpack.
The NC State women's basketball program notched its third straight ACC Tournament title in dominant fashion over Miami on Sunday afternoon. Wes Moore's squad won the three games by a combined 58 points to clinch a fourth ACC title in the last three years and solidify itself as a No. 1 seed heading into the NCAA Tournament.
The men's program, meanwhile, lost a fourth straight game in ACC play, falling to Florida State to clinch dead last heading into Brooklyn. Miles and Cory take a look back on both, while also looking ahead to the next couple weeks for both as March rages on.
Prior to the first loss of the season at Campbell, Alec Sawyer and Andrew Ciencin broke down the second straight series sweep for the Pack9 against Quinnipiac. Between the hot bat of Tommy White, the solid pitching performances and the hot offense as a whole, the guys touch on every topic from the weekend.
Alec and Andrew also breakdown the upcoming series against Northeastern, which will feature some of the best arms NC State has faced all season. Can the Pack9 bounce back after a tough midweek loss to Campbell at home against the CAA Preseason Pitcher of the Year Cam Schlittler and the preseason No. 1 Huskies?
While things have not gone well on the hardwood for NC State's men's hoops program this year, The Tournament has highlighted the glory days for the Wolfpack. Dereck Whittenburg joins Cory and James to discuss the documentary and his role as a producer in the series on the ACC Network.
Whittenburg also breaks down the current state of the NC State program, including men's and women's basketball, baseball, how NIL is changing college sports and more.
The weekend was an up-and-down one for the Wolfpack's basketball programs, as the men's team dropped another home matchup on Senior Day while the women's team moved to 17-1 in ACC play to claim the outright conference title in the regular season.
Miles and Cory take a look back on the weekend, breaking down what went so wrong against UNC, why the bigs struggles continue to hinder both sides of the ball, how important earning the outright ACC title was for the Pack women and what comes next for both teams.
On Thursday afternoon, Dave Doeren's long-awaited new contract was finally announced. After months of talks, Doeren received a contract extension through the 2026 campaign with an annual salary of $5 million -- $1.5 million more than his previous contract.
Cory and Michael take a look at what the contract means for the program, the recruiting impact of Doeren and his assistants re-signing, why the deal needed to happen now ahead of a huge 2022 campaign and much more!
NC State dropped another frustrating loss Wednesday night, falling to a sub-.500 Boston College team by a final of 69-61. The Wolfpack coughed up 18 turnovers, was dominated in the paint and couldn't overcome rough starts in both halves to fall for the fourth straight game at home.
Miles and Cory recap the latest loss with a look at Terquavion Smith's performance, Dereon Seabron's strong start, the frustrating play of Cam Hayes and Jericole Hellems along with a look ahead at what comes next.
Winning an ACC Championship on any given weekend would be huge, but the Wolfpack claimed five in one weekend! Along with men's swimming & diving, women's basketball and wrestling, both club hockey teams also won their ACC Tournaments on Sunday.
NC State radio play-by-play announcer Andrew Sanders joins Cory and James to discuss all of the success, which also included a baseball sweep, Tommy White's insane start and much more.
The Sawyer & Ciencin Podcast is back!
With the first pitch in the 2022 season just over 24 hours away, Alec Sawyer and Andrew Ciencin preview the spring season and hand out their preseason awards.
On the second segment, NC State skipper Elliott Avent joins the show to discuss the upcoming season, last year's finish, coaching Team USA, his legacy and much more.
NC State ended two different losing streaks on Tuesday night in Atlanta, winning its first game since Jan. 22 along with the first ever win for Kevin Keatts against Georgia Tech. Terquavion Smith led the way with 26 points in a 76-61 win for the Wolfpack, which heads into an eight-day break back in the win column.
Miles and Cory take a look back on the win, Smith's huge outing -- and areas where he can still grow -- Dereon Seabron's solid production, Cam Hayes' emergence and what this win means for the Pack before hosting Boston College next week.
Over the last week, NC State football has received a ton of national attention between returning production, bowl projections and more. James and Cory take a look at the hype train building for the Pack ahead of spring camp and whether or not it's all warranted.
The guys also recap another strong week for the Pack women's basketball program, the slide for the men's hoops and wrap things up with a look back at another win for the wrestling squad.
In a game NC State desperately needed to get back in the win column, Pittsburgh outmuscled the Wolfpack inside in a 71-69 result that left the Pack with a sixth straight loss. The disastrous slide for the Pack now has the team at 10-16 (3-12 ACC) with just five games remaining, now including two losses to teams outside the Top 10 in the conference.
Miles and Cory reflect on the latest L, including the lack of post presence for the Pack, issues for Terquavion Smith and Jericole Hellems along with the bench providing a glimmer of hope.
Wednesday night was deja vu all over again for NC State, as the Wolfpack tied the game up with less than 10 minutes to play before dropping a 69-51 loss to Wake Forest. The Demon Deacons closed on a 16-0 run as State couldn't find any offense outside of Dereon Seabron in the second half.
Miles and Cory take a look back on what went wrong for the Pack, the bright spots in Dereon Seabron and the play of the bigs, and the opportunity that lies ahead for State to climb out of the bottom of the ACC.
NC State WBB left zero doubt who was the top team in the ACC with a blistering defensive showing against No. 11 Georgia Tech. The No. 5 Wolfpack held the Yellow Jackets to a combined 15 points in the second and third quarters to pull away with a win. James and Cory break from the traditional Weekly Podcast format to discuss the seventh ranked win for the Pack on a Twitter Spaces session.
The NC State men's basketball team has officially stumbled all the way to the bottom of the ACC after a 69-57 loss to Notre Dame. Miles and Cory take a look back on the Wolfpack's latest loss, what went wrong at the start and finish, along with what comes next as the Pack looks to somehow turn things around.
In the second segment of the podcast, the guys preview NC State women's basketball's Top-15 matchup with Georgia Tech in the Play4Kay Game taking place Monday night!
NC State started off red hot from deep in the first half, but couldn't sustain it as Syracuse poured shots in during the second half. That ultimately led to another difficult loss for the Wolfpack to Cuse, 89-82, as shots didn't fall in the final five minutes of the game.
Cory Smith and Miles Masercola discuss the Pack's issues at the end of the game, Terquavion Smith's strong scoring, Jaylon Gibson's surprising success and why the margin for error is so slim for this year's team.
Coming off a huge Junior Day over the weekend, NC State is building momentum on the recruiting trail as the 2023 class gets underway. Michael Clark joins Cory and James to discuss the event, buzz around the program and the 2022 schedule release.
James and Cory also breakdown the schedule, take a look at the continued success for NC State WBB, struggles for Pack MBB in Chapel Hill and more in the second segment!
Coming off a huge win over Virginia on Saturday, NC State yet again failed to string together consecutive Ws with a loss in South Bend. The Irish and Wolfpack traded blows in the first half, but a 15-0 run early in the second all but sealed it for Notre Dame as the Pack was never able to recover.
Miles and Cory take a look back on the impact of foul trouble for key players, the struggles for Terquavion Smith, Dereon Seabron's continued strong play and early preview for Saturday at UNC-Chapel Hill.
Whether it was a blowout win over Virginia for NC State MBB's first ACC win at home or a miraculous comeback for the Pack WBB team, last week was a wild one for NC State hoops. James and Cory recap it all and look ahead to the road trips for both programs this week.
The guys also open up the mailbag and answer questions from NC State fans in the second segment on a number of different topics!
NC State got back on track Saturday afternoon with a massive 77-63 win over Virginia. The Wolfpack beat the Hoos at their own game, stymying them defensively and putting up the most points scored against UVA this season.
Miles and Cory take a look back on the Pack's huge offensive outing, the sizzling shooting of Terquavion Smith and Jericole Hellems, why Casey Morsell's performance against his former team was so important and much more!
It was a different game, but the same story for the Wolfpack on Wednesday night against Virginia Tech. The only difference was the Pack got down big early and fought back rather than stumbling late, but the result was still a 62-59 loss at home.
Cory and Miles break down the struggles to start the game, the continued issues inside the paint, Casey Morsell's breakout performance in ACC play and looking ahead to this weekend vs. UVA.
NC State had a double dose of Duke over the weekend on the hardwood, and Debbie Antonelli was on the call for both. The ESPN and CBS analyst joined Cory and James to discuss the men's and women's teams, her thoughts on the direction for both programs, her thoughts on Coach K and much more.
The guys also discuss a critical week ahead for wrestling and basketball with several pivotal matchups being played in Raleigh on the second portion of the podcast!
On Thursday night in Louisville, NC State started off shooting well, then kept just that all game long. Terquavion Smith, Dereon Seabron and Jericole Hellems shot a combined 22-of-32 for 58 points in a blowout win in the KFC Yum! Center.
Cory and Miles break down the performances of the "Big 3" for NC State, Ernest Ross' impact in the post, the struggles for the bench continuing and how big this win has the potential to be for the Pack.
When it comes to rising stars in the sports industry, NC State alum Ari Chambers is near the top of the list. One of the top analysts championing women's sports joins us to discuss the state of the industry, NC State women's basketball, her love of the Pack and more!
On the second segment, James and Cory break down the last week for NC State, including the up-and-down week for men's hoops, dominance from women's hoops and ranked win for wrestling.
For the third straight home game, the Wolfpack came away with a loss in frustrating fashion in a 70-65 loss to Clemson. Miles and Cory breakdown the loss, Dereon Seabron's big game and more on the Postgame Podcast.
How much did the play inside -- on both sides of the court -- decide the outcome? What happened to Terquavion Smith after a string of great starts? Where does the Pack go from here after dropping to 0-3 at home in ACC play with two tough road games coming up?
NC State went into Blacksburg and not only held a lead for the majority of the night, but also closed it out finally. The Wolfpack notched a 68-63 win over Virginia Tech -- KenPom's No. 24 team in the country -- to snap a five-game losing streak.
What does a win like this do for the confidence of the entire team? How huge were the performances from Dereon Seabron, Terquavion Smith and Jericole Hellems? Did we see a glimpse of Ernest Ross' potential? How close is this team to breaking through for real?
After taking a week off, James and Cory are joined by record-setting NC State wideout Emeka Emezie on this week's podcast! Emezie discusses his career with the Wolfpack, training for the NFL Draft, the Holiday Bowl cancellation and more.
In the second segment, the guys breakdown the struggles for the men's basketball team, what to expect in Blacksburg tonight and preview the rest of the week for men's and women's hoops.
Just hours before kickoff in the 2021 Holiday Bowl, UCLA announced it no longer had 11 players to play -- which was the plan, according to Chip Kelly. Cory Smith and Michael Clark break it all down on the Pack Pride Podcast.
How devastating is not playing a bowl game this season for NC State? What does the Pack stand to lose if the game is canceled? What are the options moving forward as State and the Holiday Bowl look to find an opponent?
We're less than one week left away from NC State and UCLA kicking off in San Diego for the 2021 Holiday Bowl. With that in mind, Mike Regalado of Bruin Report Online (BRO) joins us to discuss UCLA ahead of the showdown in PetCo Park next Tuesday.
What makes Dorian Thompson-Robinson such a versatile quarterback? Who are the playmakers to know in this UCLA offense? Can the Wolfpack exploit the Bruins' pass defense? And who does Regalado believe comes out on top?
Tuesday night was ugly inside PNC Arena. After fighting back from an early deficit to Wright State to take a lead at the half, the Wolfpack was outscored by 15 in the second half to fall 84-70 to a previously 3-7 Raiders squad at home.
Miles and Cory give their honest assessment of what transpired on Tuesday, including a look at the struggling offense, the inability to defend and the struggles of the experienced guards. We end on a positive with Terquavion Smith and Ernest Ross, so there's that.
After more than four years of investigating, NC State finally learned its fate when it comes to the NCAA investigation into Dennis Smith Jr.'s recruitment. James Curle is joined by former NC State Athletics Director Debbie Yow along with Scott Wood as a co-host to discuss the decision and more.
Was the punishment fitting for the Pack? What was the process like early on for Yow? What comes next for State after the decision? Scott and James also take a look back on the loss to Richmond, the week for Pack WBB and wrestling's Top-10 win!
NC State clawed back from down double digits against Richmond, but never made it over the hump in an 83-74 loss in Charlotte. Miles and Cory break down the second straight loss for the Pack, which dropped to 7-4 (0-1 ACC) with one non-conference game left.
What were the biggest issues for State in the loss? Why did Richmond have so much success offensively? Can the Pack take positives from this loss before heading back home against Wright State and into ACC play?
NC State's Early National Signing Day haul is complete, with seven of the 12 signees coming on the defensive side of the ball. At the top of the list for the Wolfpack is four-star linebacker Torren Wright, who committed six months before signing on Wednesday.
Wright joins Michael Clark on this edition of the Pack Pride Podcast to discuss his relationships with the entire staff, his goals for the next level, why he chose to stay home with NC State and much more!
National Signing Day certainly didn't let us down from a drama standpoint across the country -- and in the ACC, in particular -- but NC State's class was a model of stability. One of the prized signees for the Wolfpack was yet another four-star signal-caller in M.J. Morris, who signed on the dotted line after being committed for more than six months.
Morris joins the Pack Pride Podcast to talk with football analyst Michael Clark about what led him to commit to NC State, his style of play, relationship with Tim Beck and much more!
NC State has finalized its early portion of the 2022 National Signing Day class with 12 signees sending in NLIs on Wednesday morning. That haul includes a Top-20 OT in Jacarrius Peak, who signed to the Pack on the morning of NSD.
Michael Clark and Cory Smith break down the class, take an in-depth look at several signees and more! We also look ahead to the transfer portal and the 2023 targets for NC State.
On this week's episode of the weekly podcast, Cory and James are joined by the creator of Beard Gang himself -- Richard Howell! We discuss Howell's career with NC State, the current Wolfpack team, Big Rich's thoughts on Dereon Seabron and more.
In the second segment, the guys take a look at the Purdue loss, Cory gets on a soap box about the treatment of the team by fans, the upcoming schedule for MBB and WBB along with some National Signing Day talk.
NC State had the No. 1 team in the country on the ropes for 38 minutes, but couldn't close it out in Brooklyn. The Wolfpack gave up a six-point lead with 1:58 left to play and was outscored 16-6 in the overtime period to fall, 82-72, to Purdue on Sunday afternoon.
Miles and Cory take a look back on the loss, including Terquavion Smith's performance, what went wrong down the stretch, some questionable calls late in the game and what comes next for the Pack with ACC play just around the corner.
NC State's comeback victory over UNC-Chapel Hill led to a huge night for Wolfpack fans, and led to one couple splitting up. Well, Anna Marshall and Lee Parker -- the infamous Wolfpack and Tar Heels fans caught on camera during the game -- are still together, but she rushed the field while he stayed back, sulking about the loss.
The viral couple joins James and Cory to talk about what led to the hilarious moment and the response. The guys also discuss the Holiday Bowl, UCLA matchup and the past week for men's and women's hoops!
Coming off a 9-3 (6-2 ACC) season, NC State has officially accepted an invite to the Holiday Bowl in San Diego. Cory and Michael take a look at what the bowl means for the program and a first look at UCLA leading up to the matchup.
What does this opportunity mean for Dave Doeren and the team looking for a 10th win? Is there any impact on recruiting with the game on FOX in primetime? Who are the players to know for Chip Kelly's first winning team at UCLA?
It was the best of times, it was (almost) the worst of times. But in the end, NC State pulled out a thrilling 104-100 quadruple overtime win to move to 6-1 and notch its first win over a Power 5 opponent this season.
Miles and Cory break down the gargantuan performance of Dereon Seabron, Ebenezer Dowuona's block party, the effort from the freshmen down the stretch, Thomas Allen closing out the game and much more on this episode of the Postgame Podcast!
NC State just landed its highest-ranked commitment of the Kevin Keatts era in five-star point guard Robert Dillingham. Miles and Cory offer analysis on the No. 10 overall player in the country and what his commitment means for the Wolfpack.
What led to Dillingham ultimately picking NC State? How does his game translate to Keatts' system? What does this commitment mean for the 2023 class as a whole? Most importantly, what are the chances he suits up for the Pack in the near future? We break it all down on this podcast!
The last several days have been active ones for the Wolfpack, with the season coming to a dramatic end, bowl projections being narrowed down and several players making critical decisions about their future.
Michael and Cory take a look at all of those storylines, along with the All-ACC Teams being announced recently and much more on the latest Pack Pride Podcast!
It has been a ridiculously busy last few weeks when it comes to NC State, and this podcast reflects it. In the first segment, James and Cory are joined by NC State women's cross country coach Laurie Henes to discuss the program's first national championship!
In the second segment, the guys break down the win over UNC in football, bowl game possibilities, how the coaching carousel could impact NC State and take a look at the upcoming matchups for Pack men's and women's basketball.
Whether it was UNC letting its foot off the gas or NC State putting the pedal to the metal in the final two minutes, the Wolfpack came out with a 34-30 win over the Tar Heels in comeback fashion. Cory and Michael break apart every facet of the Pack's season finale on the Postgame Podcast.
Is it possible for Devin Leary to be anymore clutch? How on God's green Earth did Emeka Emezie get so wide open for his first TD? What does this mean win for the Pack's 2021 goals and what comes next?
With the Wolfpack's hopes still alive for an ACC Atlantic Division title, a 10-win season, a perfect record at home and more, the only thing standing in its way is its most hated rival -- UNC. The Tar Heels may be 6-5 overall, but are looking to spoil the party for the Pack in the season finale with so much on the line.
UNC beat writer C.L. Brown of The News & Observer joins Cory Smith to discuss the Tar Heels' up-and-down season, what to expect from Sam Howell, UNC's struggling defense and gives his prediction.
Thanksgiving is nearly upon us, but rivalry week has been raging on for days at this point. Given the latest news with Isaiah Moore announcing his return and Ricky Person Jr. leaving after the season, Michael and Cory break down both decisions for the Wolfpack.
The guys close it out with a look at some other names who could be announcing decisions soon, the implications of this Friday's matchup on recruiting and what this week as a whole means for the program as a whole.
It's been a huge week for Wolfpack fans already, and we're not slowing down with our guests this week. Cory and James are joined by NC State baseball coach Elliott Avent and 1983 National Champion Ernie Meyers on this week's podcast!
They discuss everything from the Pack9 being honored over the weekend, looking back on the CWS run, a look at the wins for football, men's and women's basketball and the first National Title since 1983. You don't want to miss this episode!
Needing a win over Syracuse to keep hopes alive for the ACC Championship Game, the Wolfpack handled business on Saturday. Cory and Michael take a look back on how the Pack slowed down Cuse and put together its own explosive game plan.
How important were all three elements of the game for the Pack? Did the defense prove itself against the top running offense in the ACC? What comes next for State to close out the year against UNC?
NC State is coming off a gut-punch loss to Wake Forest, but still has plenty to play for in the final two weeks. That starts with this Saturday against a Syracuse team seeking bowl eligibility and looking to play spoiler against the Wolfpack.
Stephen Bailey of Cuse Nation joins Cory Smith to break down the stellar season for Sean Tucker, what Garrett Shrader has brought to the Orange backfield, who to watch on defense and his prediction for Saturday's game!
The Wolfpack was handed its first loss of the 2021-22 season on Wednesday night by Oklahoma State by a final of 74-68. Cory and Miles give their thoughts on the performance for NC State and where the Pack needs to improve moving forward.
What happened to the Wolfpack's offense vs. OK State? How much did losing the turnover battle impact this game? Who were the players that disappointed and who were the bright spots for the Pack?
NC State football dropped a crucial matchup in Wake Forest, but not all is lost for the 2021 season. Cory and James give their thoughts on the loss in Winston-Salem and try to talk Wolfpack fans off a cliff with a look at the rest of the year.
We also take a look at the start to the season for NC State men's and women's hoops, the loss of Manny Bates and more heading into another full week of Wolfpack sports.
Despite all of the things that didn't go in NC State's direction on Saturday night in Winston-Salem, it still had opportunities to win the game down the stretch. Michael and Cory take a look back on the loss, how those opportunities were squandered and what comes next for the Wolfpack after the 45-42 loss to Wake Forest.
Why didn't the offense get going early on? Why did Ricky Person and Zonovan Knight combine for 12 carries? How critical was Shyheim Battle's ejection and the rest of the penalties? We break it all down on the podcast.
This Saturday, NC State will battle Wake Forest for the keys to the car in the ACC, with the winner controlling their own destiny in the Atlantic Division with just two games remaining. You know, just like we all predicted before the season, right?
Les Johns of Demon Deacon Digest joins Cory Smith on the Pregame Podcast to break down Sam Hartman's play, Wake's explosive receivers, where the defense stands and offers his prediction for Saturday's matchup!
NC State had to battle through some serious adversity early on -- both through a critical injury and poor shooting -- but responded with an 88-70 win over Bucknell. Cory and Miles break down the Wolfpack's season-opening win on the Postgame Podcast.
What is the latest on Manny Bates and how big is the impact if he's out moving forward? Just how significant was Terquavion Smith's freshman debut? How did Jericole Hellems and Dereon Seabron step up down the stretch to solidify the win?
It's a busy week for NC State fans and the Pack Pride community, so James and Cory try to recap and preview it all! We start out with a look back on the Pack's win in Tallahassee in football and a preview of the massive matchup in Winston-Salem this Saturday.
Miles Masercola joins the podcast to discuss men's and women's basketball in the final segment, offer his thoughts on some of the new players in the system and what to expect for both teams on opening night.
NC State needed a big response after a letdown two weeks ago in Florida, and it continued to right the ship with a big win over Florida State. Michael and Cory reunite to take a look back on State's win along with a brief preview of what comes next.
Just how good was Devin Leary's performance against FSU? What does the emergence of Trent Pennix, C.J. Riley and Chris Toudle mean for the offense? How does this NC State defense just keep chugging despite all of the injuries?
Coming off a win over Louisville to remain undefeated at home, NC State travels to Florida yet again looking to stay on track in the Atlantic Division. Josh Newberg of Noles247 joins the Pregame Podcast to discuss the matchup and give his prediction for Saturday.
What has made Jordan Travis more successful this time as a starter? Who are the playmakers on the offensive side of the ball? How has Jermaine Johnson remained so dominant this season? Newberg discusses those topics and more!
Coming off the lone public exhibition game on Monday against ECSU, NC State point guard Cam Hayes joins the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast! James and Cory discuss Hayes' first season in Raleigh, his improvements this offseason, new faces on the team and much more.
In the second half of the podcast, the guys discuss the first College Football Playoff Poll release, the win over Louisville and look ahead to Saturday's matchup against Florida State on the road.
Not only did NC State need a win on Saturday against Louisville, it needed its new-look defense to step up in a big way. Cory Smith breaks down the game and why the defense was a catalyst all night long for the Wolfpack along with a look at the offense's resurgence in the fourth quarter.
Cory rides solo in this podcast and also takes a look at Devin Leary's huge night, Drake Thomas embodying Isaiah Moore and hands out game balls on both sides of the ball!
NC State is looking to rebound from the Miami loss this Saturday with its first home game in nearly one month vs. Louisville. Jody Demling of The Cardinal Authority on 247Sports joins Cory to discuss the Cardinals and the matchup with the Wolfpack.
What has made Malik Cunningham even more lethal this year as a dual-threat QB? Who are the playmakers for the offense outside of Cunningham? Why do Pack fans need to know the name Yasir Abdullah? Who is Jody picking for Saturday?
Less than one week ago, Amedeo's founder Amedeo "Dick" DeAngelis passed away. James and Cory share their thoughts on the Wolfpack legend and his impact on the NC State community before reflecting on the Miami loss.
In the second segment, Wolfpack legend Earl Wolff joins the podcast! Wolff discusses his time with the Pack, gives his thoughts on attending the Miami game, his interest in coaching with NC State and much more!
On a night where NC State did a lot of things right on both sides of the ball, missed assignments and mental mistakes led to a Miami win by a final of 31-30. Michael and Cory take a look back on the loss and what it means for the season.
How impactful was the loss of Isaiah Moore for the defense in late-game situations? How much did the miscues hurt the Pack in the end? What comes next as NC State aims to get back on track at home against Louisville?
Coming off its first road win of the season, NC State travels to Miami this Saturday night to take on the Hurricanes in primetime. David Lake of InsideTheU joins Cory to break down the Canes' 2-4 (0-2 ACC) start, takes an in-depth look at both sides of the ball and gives his prediction.
How much different is Tyler Van Dyke at QB and why does his mouth run faster than his legs? Who are the playmakers to know on offense and defense? Who does David believe will pull out the win?
NC State not only earned its first road win of the 2021 season, but did so in convincing fashion against Boston College. James and Cory are joined by former NC State WR Richard Washington to discuss the Pack's win in Chestnut Hill, the upcoming matchup in Miami and his time with the program.
The guys also explain why the BC win was so critical, go in-depth on the road ahead for the Pack and discuss the Wolfpack women's soccer win over UNC-Chapel Hill over the weekend.
No. 22 NC State lived up to its ranking and more with a dominant showing at Boston College in a 33-7 victory. Michael and Cory take a look back on the complete effort from the Wolfpack to clinch the first road win of the season.
The guys break down everything from Devin Leary's continued growth, huge catches by the wideouts, the defense's smothering play and the special teams stepping up after struggling in the last road contest.
After a week off for both programs, NC State and Boston College will resume their strong seasons in Chestnut Hill on Saturday evening. Tyler Calvaruso of Eagle Insider joins the Pregame Podcast to break down BC and the matchup as a whole.
What has changed about the BC offense without Phil Jurkovec? How have Pat Garwo III and Zay Flowers continued to carry the offense? Who are the playmakers to know in the Eagles' defense? Finally, what is Calvaruso's prediction for Saturday?
NC State comes off a bye week at 4-1 (1-0 ACC) with all of its goals and opportunities ahead of it. James and Cory take a look back on the start of the season for the Wolfpack, recap the Louisiana Tech win and look forward to the final seven matchups as the Pack aims to do some damage in the ACC.
The guys also discuss the entire ACC as a whole and give their thoughts on the most surprising programs -- good and bad -- along with their predictions for the rest of the way. We cap it off with a quick look at both men's and women's basketball ahead of ACC Media Days.
It wasn't easy, but NC State (4-1, 1-0 ACC) held on to beat a tough Louisiana Tech team (2-3, 1-0 C-USA) Saturday night, 34-27, inside Carter Finley Stadium. The offense came alive in the second half and the defense made some timely plays, including a game-sealing interception from safety Jakeen Harris. Michael and Cory break it all down in the Pack Pride Postgame Podcast.
How big were the performances of running backs Ricky Person and Zonovan Knight? How impactful were dynamite linebacker Isaiah Moore and Drake Thomas? What does this performance say about the Wolfpack?
Coming off the biggest win of the Dave Doeren era over Clemson, NC State faces yet another tough test in Louisiana Tech this weekend. Ethan Sands of the USA Today Network joins Cory Smith to break down the Bulldogs ahead of Saturday's matchup.
What should Pack fans expect from QB Austin Kendall if he's cleared to play? Who are the playmakers on offense and defense for La Tech? What has led to the Bulldogs' 2-2 record with two losses by a combined 3 points? What is Ethan's prediction for Saturday?
It's episode No. 100 of the Weekly Pod! Following the Wolfpack's win over previously No. 9 Clemson, James and Cory break down the win, what it means for the program and look ahead to Louisiana Tech before the start of a tough ACC slate after the bye.
In the final segment, Cory is joined by Ruffin McNeill to discuss the Pack's latest win, his relationships with the players and more! NC State's Special Assistant to the Head Coach also talks about being inducted into the ECU Hall of Fame later this year.
It was finally NC State's time. After years of close calls and always somehow stumbling over the hurdle that is Clemson, the Wolfpack pulled out a double-overtime victory for the ages inside Carter-Finley Stadium. Michael and Cory break it all down immediately after the thrilling win.
Just how special was Devin Leary's night? How impactful were the wide-receiving duo of Emeka Emezie and Devin Carter? What does this performance say about the strength of the Pack's defense?
This coming Saturday is building up to be a massive game for both Clemson and NC State in Raleigh, so we pulled in a big-time guest for this week's Pregame Podcast. Eric Mac Lain of the ACC Network, a former o-lineman for Clemson, joins us to talk about the Tigers ahead of the showdown in Carter-Finley Stadium.
What's going on with D.J. Uiagalelei and the Tigers' offense? How prepared are Will Shipley and Kobe Pace to be lead backs? Why is it so tough to score a TD against this Clemson D? We break it all down on the Pregame Podcast!
With the Wolfpack coming off another decisive win over a non-conference opponent at home, this Saturday's game is yet another opportunity for a big-time win. Jonas Pope IV of the News & Observer joins Cory and James in a roundtable discussion about NC State's start to the season and the matchup against Clemson.
What have we learned about Devin Leary and the Pack's offense? Is this defense ready for a huge stage at home against the Tigers? We discuss all of these topics and more on this week's podcast!
NC State needed to get back on track after a rough loss in Week 2, and did just that against Furman with a 45-7 win. Michael and Cory break down the Wolfpack's big win with a look at both sides of the ball ahead of the start of ACC play.
How did Devin Leary respond after a frustrating outing in Starkville? What did we learn about Zonovan Knight and Dave Doeren's trust in his running back? Who earned the game balls for offense and defense?
This Saturday night, NC State will look to rebound after a frustrating loss to Mississippi State when Furman comes to Raleigh. Scott Keeler of The Greenville News joins Cory to discuss the Paladins, who are looking to continue a 2-0 start to the season.
Where are the Paladins in Year 5 of Clayton Hendrix's tenure? How concerned should NC State be with playmakers like RB Devin Wynn and TE Ryan Miller? What makes Furman's secondary one of the best in FCS? Finally, what's Scott's prediction for Saturday?
After months of build-up to what promised to be a potentially huge moment for NC State to truly kickoff the 2021 season, the Wolfpack laid an egg against Mississippi State. James and Cory take a look back on the 24-10 loss to the Bulldogs in Starkville -- including the concerning offensive performance -- before looking ahead to what comes next.
We also used the second half of the show to highlight teams that you might be overlooking, including the No. 1 team in the country and a team with the No. 1 recruiting class in the country!
After a week filled with hope and optimism, NC State fell flat against Mississippi State on the road in Starkville Saturday night. Michael and Cory take a look back on the blowout loss for the Wolfpack on the Postgame Podcast.
The guys breakdown the Pack's inability to respond from the opening kickoff, the offensive woes all the way around and what comes next as NC State looks to turn the season back around.
Coming off a Week 1 victory over South Florida, NC State heads into Starkville for one of the biggest early tests of the season against Mississippi State. Cory Smith is joined by Robbie Faulk of Gene's Page -- the MSU site on 247Sports -- to break down the matchup.
What are the expectations for Year 2 under Mike Leach? Who are the biggest playmakers on the Bulldogs' offense? Why are the trenches such a big focal point after a comeback win over Louisiana Tech? What does Robbie predict as the outcome Saturday night?
With Week 1 of the college football season wrapping up and the NFL set to start Thursday, Washington Football Team defensive end James Smith-Williams joined James and Cory to talk the Pack, WFT, Set the Expectation, the 2019 d-line class and more!
The guys also take one final look back at the win over USF, give their thoughts on what the mean wins for the Pack and look ahead to what needs to happen against Mississippi State to move to 2-0 on the season.
Even with questions about the strength of the win, the Wolfpack's utter dominance over USF was an impressive showing for NC State as a whole. Michael and Cory take a look back on the Pack's 45-0 win to start the season on Thursday night.
The guys give their thoughts on Devin Leary's first game back, Ricky Person Jr. and Drake Thomas having huge nights, the defense pitching a shutout and hand out their game balls to the top performers.
The NC State football season is so close you can almost taste it -- and I'm not just talking about tailgating. With the Wolfpack kicking off against South Florida on Thursday night, Will Turner of Bulls247 joins the Pregame Podcast to discuss the season opener.
What should Pack fans expect against former UNC QB Cade Fortin? Who are the biggest playmakers for the Bulls on offense? How experienced is the linebacker corps? Finally, what is Will's prediction for Thursday night?
On this week's Pack Pride Weekly Podcast, James and Cory are joined by former NC State DB Dewayne Washington. The 12-year NFL veteran discusses the gift him and his wife, Adama, gave to NC State, watching his former Heritage players succeed with the Pack and his thoughts on the program this fall.
Cory and James also give their "over/under" predictions for several topics including offensive, defensive and overall wins for the 2021 campaign.
The Pack Pride Weekly Podcast is back! James and Cory finally head back to Amedeo's for the first time in weeks and they're joined by former NC State coach Chuck Amato to discuss several topics including Bobby Bowden's passing and Bill Cowher being inducted into the Hall of Fame.
We also take a look at the latest storylines from fall camp, an early preview of USF's starting quarterback and Chuck looks back on the first fall camp for Philip Rivers.
The final State of the Position podcast takes a look at the loaded special teams unit for the Wolfpack heading into the 2021 season. Michael and Cory break down everything from the experience at punter and kicker to the returning returners (that's a mouthful) for NC State.
What does it mean for the Pack to have a record-setting punter and kicker back for this fall? Will Thayer Thomas and Zonovan Knight continue to be dynamic on the return units? What has Todd Goebbel brought to the special teams?
There are only two cornerback spots on the field, but NC State has a ton of returning and incoming experience competing for the top of the depth chart. Michael and Cory break down the final position group with an in-depth look at a group that hopes to show vast improvement this fall.
What does transfer Derrek Pitts bring to the Pack's secondary? Will Shyheim Battle retain his role after starting all 12 games last year? How will Chris Ingram's return impact the unit? Who are some of the potential breakout stars?
NC State's season is just over two weeks away, and the talent in the secondary might be the best it's been in years. With returning starters at safety and nickel, Michael and Cory discuss why keeping all of the parts on the field will be critical, but the depth is the best it's been under Dave Doeren.
Can Jakeen Harris and Tyler Baker-Williams take the next step this fall? What should Pack fans expect from Tanner Ingle after an up-and-down season? How much will players like Cyrus Fagan, Rakeim Ashford and Joshua Pierre-Louis push the starters?
There is talent returning all over the roster for NC State heading into the 2021 campaign, but no position is more loaded than the linebacker corps. With all three returning starters back, along with two of the top reserves and incoming four-star freshmen, this position is stacked.
Michael and Cory take a look at the preseason All-ACC linebacker Payton Wilson, why Isaiah Moore is primed for an even better season, Drake Thomas' progress, Levi Jones' versatility and go down the list of the next linebackers up!
NC State enters the 2021 football season with depth at nearly every position, but the defensive line is loaded with some unproven, but talented players. Despite the loss of Alim McNeill, the Pack returns its sacks leader in Daniel Joseph, proven linemen in Savion Jackson and C.J. Clark along with a slew of emerging names that will make an impact this year.
Can this defensive line be even better than the 2020 season? How important was the return of Joseph for the Wolfpack? Will the nose tackle spot remain a strength for the defense? Who are the players primed to make a huge jump this fall?
The Wolfpack has several key faces across the entire football team, but two of the biggest leaders and talents are along the offensive line. NC State returns Grant Gibson and Ikem Ekwonu at center and tackle, respectively, but have battles at every other spot heading into the 2021 season.
Just how important are Gibson and Ekwonu to the success of the program? What makes Ekwonu one of the top talents for the 2022 NFL Draft? Who are the frontrunners for the other three spots heading into fall camp? Which players have breakout potential in the trenches?
NC State opened camp with a massive roster with players staying after the COVID year, but no position has more players than the receiver room. With 20-plus wideouts and tight ends on the roster, Cory and Michael take a look at the skill groups heading into fall camp.
What is the impact of Emeka Emezie returning and when might he return to practice? Just how loaded is the slot receiver position? Will this be Devin Carter's breakout campaign? Who are the tight ends to know? What role will Trent Pennix have as an H-back?
NC State opened up the 2021 fall camp with a ton of energy, experience and lofty expectations. Cory and Michael were on hand for the first half of practice, and share their thoughts on what they witnessed on the practice fields.
How did Devin Leary look under center early on with his weapons back? Who were the standouts on the defensive side of the ball? Which new faces made an early impact? We break it all down with less than one month before the start of the season.
There is talent all over the field for NC State heading into the 2021 season, but the running backs on the roster might be the most dynamic playmakers for the Wolfpack. With Zonovan Knight, Ricky Person, Jordan Houston and Trent Pennix all returning along with several other talented backs, this position is loaded once again.
Cory and Michael break down the position from top to bottom, including areas for improvement at the position. What does Bam Knight need to do to become an every down back? How will Person follow up on his career year this fall? Will Houston and Pennix be a bigger part of the passing game for the Pack?
We're less than one month away from NC State's 2021 football season kicking off on Sept. 2. With the Wolfpack recently kicking off fall camp this week, Michael and Cory will take a look at every position leading up to the matchup with South Florida.
What should be expected from Devin Leary after returning from injury? What needs to happen for Devin Leary to take the next step? Who are the contenders for the backup QB spot? How critical is it to have nearly all the weapons back around Leary?
With ACC Media Days officially underway, the 2021 football season is inching closer every single day. One star player that didn't make the trip to Charlotte was stud RB Zonovan Knight, but he joined Cory Smith on the Pack Pride Podcast prior to the season kicking off.
Bam discusses the preseason hype building around him, his own expectations for this fall, the chemistry and talent among the running backs for the Pack, his dream NIL deal and much more with Pack Pride!
With the season just 45 days away, linebacker Payton Wilson joins Cory Smith to discuss his return to NC State. The All-ACC First Teamer breaks down his reasoning for coming back to Raleigh, what he plans to improve this year and more.
Wilson gives his thoughts on his recovery from shoulder surgery, why the linebacker corps can be one of the best in the country, his relationship with Devin Leary and development under Coach Thunder.
Heading into the 2021 season, there's been a lot of focus placed on the 18 returning starters on offense and defense for NC State. But returning a record-breaking kicker like Christopher Dunn is another reason to be optimistic about the Pack in 2021.
Dunn joins the Pack Pride Podcast with Cory Smith to discuss the records he's already broken, how he's improved this offseason, recovering from a late-season injury, his expectations for the program and much more!
One of the lone question marks heading into 2021 for NC State football is: Who will step up after Alim McNeill headed to the NFL? C.J. Clark has been the answer for the Wolfpack this offseason, showing out in camp, the spring game and workouts to earn his role.
Clark joined Cory Smith on the Pack Pride Podcast to discuss what he's learned the last two years, why he feels he's ready to be a starter, how the 2019 recruiting class has shaped the defense, his number change and much more!
With the 2021 college football season less than two months away, NC State QB Devin Leary joins the Pack Pride Podcast with Cory Smith to discuss his return from a broken left fibula, confidence of the team and much more.
Leary explains how his mindset has changed after recovering from the season-ending injury, how prepared he is to take over Tim Beck's offense again and the ceiling for NC State heading into this fall.
With the NC State season wrapping up, James and Cory are joined by Lauren Brownlow of WRAL Sports Fan to discuss the end of the year, her upcoming episode of "NC State Stuff" and much more!
Cory and James also hand out their awards for Player of the Year, Team of the Year, Best Game and much more in the second segment in the final podcast of the season.
By now, everyone knows NC State's season ended in abrupt fashion with an exit from Omaha due to COVID-19 protocols. Andrew and Alec look back on a rollercoaster season for the Pack9 that finished with a massive run to the College World Series semifinals.
The guys take one final look back on the run to Omaha, how things ended for the Pack, the awards season haul for the players, hand out their own awards and preview what comes next and who could be back for the 2022 season.
Over the last four days, NC State went from a state of euphoria in Omaha to having its opportunity ripped away by the NCAA. James and Cory break down everything that transpired, their reactions to the Pack9's exit and more.
We also discuss the game on Friday for the "Pack13," the reception by NC State fans on Saturday at Doak Field and the response from the administration -- including thoughts on Cory's interview with Boo Corrigan on Monday.
Over the weekend, NC State baseball was removed from the College World Series by the NCAA due to COVID-19 protocols. As more information continues to come out, we were joined by Wolfpack Athletics Director Boo Corrigan to break down exactly what transpired and what NC State did to combat the decision.
Corrigan also discusses the events that took place, the lack of transparency by the NCAA, the AP report that contradicts the NCAA's release, the players tested prior to Friday's game that weren't able to arrive in time and much more. Cory and Corrigan also discuss the reception for the Pack9 at Doak Field and plans for a new stadium for the Wolfpack and much more.
NC State's football recruiting continues to stay red hot with three commits in a five-day span for the 2022 class all on the defensive side of the ball. Michael and Cory break down the additions of defensive backs Isaiah Crowell and Darius Edmundson and the four-star commit from edge rusher Brandon Cleveland.
What does each player add to the defense in the future? What took place for the Wolfpack to pull Cleveland out of Florida? How many spots are left after the Pack has now reached double-digit commits for the 2022 class? And most importantly -- who's next?
After getting off to a 2-0 start in the College World Series for the first time in program history, NC State is three wins away from a National Championship. Alec and Andrew break down the road ahead and what the Pack9 must do against Vanderbilt to advance to the Best of 3 Finals.
What were the guys' thoughts on the first two games for the Pack? Who should start for NC State on Friday and (possibly) Saturday against the Commodores? Will State see Vandy's 1-2 punch of Kumar Rocker and Jack Leiter -- and does the Pack even care?
We discuss it all on this week's episode of Sawyer & Ciencin ahead of one of the biggest weeks in NC State baseball history!
NC State is headed to the College World Series semifinals after starting off 2-0 in Omaha, so we decided to get Brett Kinneman on to hear about his experience. The former NC State slugger is currently a student assistant with the team and joined James and Cory to break down the Pack's run, Elliott Avent's impact and much more.
Cory and James also discuss the Wolfpack's recent success on the football recruiting trail -- including the Pack's latest commit on Tuesday evening.
NC State just keeps on rolling in recruiting, this week adding two of its long-time top targets in the 2022 class. Cory and Michael break down the commitments of four-star running back Michael Allen and high three-star cornerback Jackson Vick in the same week.
How did the Wolfpack land each target after more than a year of recruiting them? What makes Vick one of the top DBs in the state? Who is the best comparison for Allen at running back? And most importantly -- who's next?!
Heading into the Fayetteville Super Regional, only one analyst for D1Baseball believed the Pack9 would take down No. 1 Arkansas. That man was Eric Sorenson, and he joined Alec and Andrew on this week's Sawyer & Ciencin Podcast.
Sorenson breaks down why he picked NC State to advance to Omaha, his thoughts on Elliott Avent and previews the rest of the field. Alec and Andrew also take a look back on the Pack's performance in Fayetteville and the trip to Omaha in the final segment.
NC State took down the No. 1 team in the country, taking two wins over Arkansas in Fayetteville to advance to the College World Series for the third time in program history. Cory and James were joined this week by Carlos Rodon and Andrew Ciencin to discuss the last trip to Omaha and what this year's berth means for the program.
We break down everything from Rodón's start to the season, how this CWS trip shapes Elliott Avent's legacy, what to expect in Omaha and Ciencin's good luck charm. The guys also give their thoughts on on a hot-button topic -- why the Pack9 deserves a new stadium.
NC State swept the Ruston Regionals over the weekend, going 3-0 to advance to the Fayetteville Super Regionals. Alec and Andrew discuss the huge weekend for the Pack9 that led to the first Supers berth since the 2013 season in Arkansas.
In the second half of the show, Kendall Rogers of D1Baseball joins Alec at the 32:35 mark to break down the strong start for the Pack, why Arkansas is considered the No. 1 team in the country and State's chances at advancing to the College World Series.
The ball just keeps on rolling for NC State in the 2022 class, with two of the top defensive targets both committing on Tuesday evening. The Wolfpack landed in-state linebackers Daejuan Thompson and Torren Wright after their first unofficial visits -- on the same day!
Michael and Cory break down what the commitments mean for the Pack, how important both are heading into a critical week ahead and what comes next for State in the 2022 class.
NC State baseball swept the Ruston Regional, going 3-0 with two wins over No. 1 Louisiana Tech to advance to the Super Regionals. Sawyer & Ciencin host Alec Sawyer joins James and Cory to break down the weekend and look ahead to what comes next.
James and Cory also recap the week for NC State in football recruiting, the first weekend of Dave Doeren camps and take a look at the absurd 2.5-win over-under for the Wolfpack in ACC play this fall.
NC State landed its second top target in less than four days and first defensive commit of the 2022 class in Nick Campbell. The defensive end pulled the trigger on Sunday evening after his official visit, so Michael and Cory break down the latest commit on the Pack22 Podcast.
How impactful can he be in the 3-3-5 defensive scheme? What makes him the top DL target on NC State's board? How important is the connection with past players in recruiting? We discuss that and take a look back on the first weekend of NC State summer camps.
NC State came up short in the ACC Championship Game, but still locked up one of the top No. 2 seeds in the NCAA Tournament. Alec and Andrew discuss the Pack's showing in Charlotte and the Ruston Regional.
What did the guys learn about the Pack9 during the ACC Tournament run? How likely is it that NC State can advance to the Super Regionals? Which players will need to step up this weekend? We cover it all on this week's podcast!
After zeroing in on MJ Morris for months as the top target, NC State landed the four-star quarterback ahead of a critical stretch in recruiting. Cory and Michael discuss the Top247 prospect following his commitment to the Wolfpack.
How important is Morris to the 2022 class as a whole? What led to Morris committing to play in Raleigh? How good of a fit will Morris be in Tim Beck's system? Just how loaded is the Pack's QB room now? Who's the next commit in 2022?
Despite the Pack9 falling short in the ACC Championship Game, the program still secured a No. 2 seed in the NCAA Regionals starting this week. Aaron Fitt of D1Baseball.com joins Cory and James to discuss NC State's season, the ACC Tournament showing, the Ruston Regional and much more.
In the first segment of the show, James and Cory recap the week that was for the Wolfpack before looking ahead to what June will hold as recruiting visits open back up in the final portion. We talk about upcoming visits, which commitment the Pack is hoping to get soon and what's different about this summer.
With the regular season coming to an end, Alec and Andrew were joined by NC State play-by-play announcer Andrew Sanders on this week's podcast. Sanders gives his thoughts on the 2021 season, explained his game prep process and much more!
The guys also take a look ahead to the upcoming ACC Tournament, the Pack's potential path, how it could affect seeding for the NCAA Tournament and break down the All-ACC picks for State following the season.
On this week's Pack Pride Podcast, James and Cory are joined by former NC State star and Durham Bulls hitting coach Kyle Wilson. With the team traveling to Jacksonville, there were a few audio issues, but Wilson breaks down the MiLB season, his time in Raleigh, relationship with Russell Wilson and NC State's momentum in May.
In the second portion of the show, we take an in-depth look at the last week for NC State, including Manny Bates rumors, women's tennis' run to the Final Four and much more!
Despite taking more than one week off from playing, NC State kept its streak of success alive last week, going 4-0 with a sweep at previously-ranked Pittsburgh. Alec and Andrew break down the week for the Pack9 and look ahead to the FSU series to close out the year.
How has the Pack gotten back to being ranked after an abysmal start? Can State keep the momentum going against a hot FSU club? What are the ACC Tournament scenarios heading into the weekend? The guys cover it all on this week's podcast!
It's been an eventful week for NC State leading up to Monday night's podcast, so James and Cory gave a rundown of a variety of topics including baseball's sweep over Pittsburgh, Russell Wilson's commencement speech, women's tennis' run to the Elite 8 and much more!
At the 27:35 mark, NC State PG Breon Pass joins the podcast for an interview with Cory. Pass talks about his final season in football and basketball, joining the Pack, expectations for 2021-22 and more.
This offseason, NC State lost one veteran WR coach and replaced him with one of the most experienced in all of college football. New Associate Head Coach and WR Coach Joker Phillips joins Cory Smith to talk about his new position.
Phillips breaks down his new wide receivers room, how he's working with the vets and young guns, standout players in the spring, update on Micah Crowell, where the name "Joker" came from, expectations for the 2021 season and more!
With the Wolfpack having an off weekend and just one midweek game, Alec and Andrew are joined this week by Carlos Collazo of Baseball America to break down the 2021 MLB Draft. Collazo breaks down the stock for NC State's current roster and commits, the MLB Draft Combine, delayed date of the draft and much more!
The guys also discuss the upcoming series against Pittsburgh, with the Pack9 looking to keep its momentum going against a Top 25 program. And the podcast wraps up with updates on Trea Turner and Carlos Rodon.
Just days after the release of the surprise album "Slapper, Bangers & Certified Twangers, Vol. 1," American Aquarium lead singer B.J. Barham joins James and Cory on this week's podcast. Barham discusses the inspiration behind the 90's country cover album, returning to touring soon, starting his record label and more!
Barham also gives his thoughts on Reidsville native Breon Pass, the offseason moves for NC State basketball and looks forward to the 2021 football season in the second segment!
NC State has nearly finalized its roster for the 2021-22 season, with transfers Casey Morsell and Greg Gantt Jr. now signed with the program. Cory and Miles take a look at the wild offseason so far that led to Morsell and Gantt ending up in Raleigh, along with other transfer portal news.
We also take a look at the final 247Sports rankings for NC State's Top 20 recruiting class, freshmen expectations for Ernest Ross, Terquavion Smith and Breon Pass, transfer fits and more in the Pack Pride Podcast!
Over the weekend, NC State and Wake Forest combined to score 68 runs with the Wolfpack averaging double-digit runs to win the series. Andrew and Alec breakdown the series win and what we learned about the Pack9 during the three games.
The guys also take a look forward during the off week at what comes next for State. With only two weekend series left, the Pack is in good position to make the postseason, but has two tough series lying ahead before the ACC Tournament.
Following spring practice and the NFL Draft, NC State is now in full prep mode for the 2021 football season. Chip Patterson of CBS Sports joins James and Cory to give his thoughts on the Wolfpack's upcoming season, Alim McNeill being drafted, next year's draft class and much more.
NC State men's golf coach Press McPhaul joins the podcast in the second segment to discuss the team's breakout season, Benjamin Shipp's huge year, the NCAA Tournament and success of NC State as a whole.
After a long road to get to this point, NC State baseball is back inside the projected Field of 64 following a sweep of Virginia Tech. Aaron Fitt of D1Baseball joins Andrew and Alec to discuss the Pack9's season, the complete effort to get back to .500 in ACC play and much more.
The guys also break down the huge series win over Virginia Tech, preview this upcoming weekend against Wake Forest and much more in the final segment of the show.
On the latest episode of the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast, James and Cory are joined by Abby Labar, a Hurricanes and college football host for Bally Sports South. The NC State and Pack Pride alum discusses the Hurricanes' strong season, NC State connections and, of course, uncrustables.
In the second segment, James and Cory take a look back on the Pack9's three-game sweep, Lindsay Edmonds' move to Rice and what Kim Mulkey taking over at LSU could mean for NC State.
On this week's episode of Sawyer & Ciencin, Alec and Andrew are joined by Tyler Younger, a former NC State assistant and current Mississippi State Coordinator of Player Development. Younger discusses his role with the program, SEC baseball, trips to the College World Series, Elliott Avent's impact on his career and much more!
In the second half, the guys take a look back on Carlos Rodón's no-hitter, the tight series at Notre Dame, the upcoming series vs. Virginia Tech and what State needs to do to get to the NCAA Tournament to close out the year.
Earlier this week, Merci Falaise was officially promoted to NC State's Director of Player Personnel, taking over for Billy Glasscock, who was hired for the same role at Texas. Falaise joined Michael and Cory on the Pack22 Podcast to discuss his new role.
How does being a former player help him as a leader in recruiting? What has he learned from the last four years in recruiting? Who has been his biggest influence when it comes to his relentless work ethic? What does he look for in recruits?
With the NC State women's and men's basketball seasons now coming to a close, Wolfpack legend Ernie Meyers joined James and Cory to breakdown the seasons, look forward to next year and discuss young black athletes using their platforms for change.
In the final segment, the guys also analyze Dave Doeren's new contract, the recruiting staff's revamp, Russell Wilson returning to Raleigh and the importance of this week for NC State baseball.
NC State landed its first commit of the 2022 class in Rylan Vann earlier this week. Michael and Cory break down the newest addition to the Wolfpack, along with what his commitment means for the 2022 cycle.
We also take a look at what comes next with the live period approaching, provide analysis on Michael's first mock class and discuss why Doeren's new contract was so important for recruiting.
On this week's episode of the Sawyer & Ciencin Podcast, Alec and Andrew are joined by former NC State All-American Dallas Poulk. He details his time with the Wolfpack, shares stories of Elliott Avent and gives his thoughts on the current Pack 9 squad.
Alec and Andrew also take a look at the Wolfpack's sweep at Boston College along with the upcoming series against No. 7 Notre Dame. They also take a look at the Pack Pros -- shot prior to Carlos Rodón's no-hitter.
With the NC State basketball season coming to an end and the offseason in full swing, Scott Wood joins James and Cory to discuss his thoughts on the season. He also talks about Team Wolf Blood ahead of The Basketball Tournament -- and some surprise players who could be added.
Before the interview with Scott, the guys also break down the 2021 Spring Game, transfers for both basketball programs, NC State baseball's sweep at Boston College and much more!
The NC State women's basketball program has been one of the best in the country for the last several years. Last week, the rich got even richer with two former 5-star guards in Madison Hayes and Diamond Johnson joining the program -- along with three senior starters returning.
Alec Sawyer and Cory Smith break down the roster moves, expectations for next season and how lineups might look once the season gets underway.
NC State completed its spring camp on Saturday afternoon with the first Spring Game in two years, with the Red team coming away with a 37-17 win over the White team. Michael and Cory take a look back on the performances on both sides of the ball in the showcase game.
How did Devin Leary perform in his first live action since October? Who were the standouts on offense and defense? Which young players made a name for themselves?
The start of the regular season is still months away, but NC State fans will get their first taste of the 2021 football season on Saturday. With the Spring Game just over 24 hours away, Cory and Michael preview what Wolfpack Nation should expect when the game kicks off.
What should Pack fans expect from Devin Leary? Who will emerge between Ben Finley and Aaron McLaughlin? Who are the offensive and defensive players to watch? We break it all down in the Pack Pride Podcast.
NC State salvaged one win in the series over the weekend against Clemson, but routed Appalachian State to earn win No. 900 for Elliott Avent. Alec and Andrew recap the week for the Pack9, look back on Avent's big win and look ahead to the BC series this weekend.
The guys also hand out their midseason awards, take a look at players who need to step up down the stretch and more in the final segment of the show.
Over the last several years, the Icepack hockey team has emerged as one of the best club hockey programs in the ACCHL and the entire country. First-year head coach Tim Healy joins James and Cory to discuss the team's season, winning a third straight ACC title, support from the Wolfpack and heading to Nationals.
We also break down offseason news for men's and women's basketball, the NC State spring game and more in the final segment.
On this week's episode, former NC State shortstop and first-round pick Will Wilson joins the show to break down his spring camp, teaming up with several former Pack9 teammates with the Giants and much more!
NC State clinched its first ACC series win of the season in dominant fashion, sweeping UNC-Chapel Hill on the road along with two more wins over UNCW and UNCG in the last week. Alec and Andrew recap the entire week and what it means heading into the Clemson series -- and preview the MLB season for several Pack Pros.
NC State wrapped up the 2020-21 seasons for both men's and women's basketball in the last week with losses in the postseason. Cory and James take a look back on the losses, the seasons as a whole for both programs and what comes next this offseason and next year for each.
We also look forward to the spring game in less than two weeks, give an update on spring camp to this point and wrap things up with discussion about NC State's huge series in Chapel Hill and why Pack 9 fans shouldn't lose faith just yet.
Despite several opportunities to get back into the game late, NC State was unable to take down Colorado State in a 65-61 loss in the NIT quarterfinals. Cory and Miles take a look back on the loss to the Rams, including a look ahead to the offseason.
What happened on the final possession for the Pack? How much did the struggles of the freshmen contribute to the loss? What will be D.J. Funderburk's lasting legacy with State? Will there be change ahead to the roster and what comes next for the program?
When Andrew Knizner came to NC State, he had never played catcher a day in his life. Now a backup to Yadier Molina for the Cardinals on the Opening Day roster, Knizner joined Alec and Andrew to detail his spring training, catching at NC State, learning from Molina and much more!
NC State baseball finally got back on track this week with a win over UNCW, but has its hands full this weekend. The guys preview the upcoming series in Chapel Hill to close out the show.
Coming off a wild week for NC State Athletics that included multiple postseason victories, James and Cory are joined by a coach that collected the most hardware -- Braden Holloway. The swimming & diving head coach breaks down the record-setting weekend for the women's program and looks forward to the men's championships this week.
Cory and James also recap the Pack's wins in the NCAA Tournament for WBB, victory in the NIT for MBB -- and preview the week ahead for both -- along with a look back on wrestling's sixth-place finish in the NCAA Championships.
NC State got up early and never looked back in a 75-61 win over Davidson in the NIT opener. Miles and Cory take a look back on the Pack's big win to advance to the quarterfinals next Saturday.
What led to the frontcourt success for D.J. Funderburk and Manny Bates? How effective were the freshmen guards in their first postseason game? Just how important is Jericole Hellems' success to this team? What's next for the Pack in the NIT?
It's been another eventful week for NC State basketball, with the women earning a No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament and the men's team accepting a berth to the NIT. Chris Corchiani joins James and Cory to discuss the state of the men's team, his thoughts on the freshmen guards, Archie Miller being fired and much more.
James and Cory also go in depth on the postseason berths for NC State on the second half of the podcast.
NC State baseball has produced several stars across the baseball landscape, but few have risen up the coaching ranks as rapidly as former infielder Will Wilson. The Durham Bulls hitting coach spoke with Andrew and Alec about the analytics of hitting, his time in Raleigh, the impact of COVID on minor leaguers and more.
We also wrap up last weekend's series against Miami and how critical this weekend's series at Duke becomes to get back on track.
For the third time this season, NC State was unable to finish against Syracuse in an 89-68 loss in Greensboro. Miles and Cory take a look back on the defeat that knocks the Pack out of the ACC Tournament and potentially the rest of the postseason.
What happened to the Wolfpack in the second half? Why did State's offense struggle to find any consistency against Cuse? Is this the end of the season for the Pack or is an NIT bid in the future?
NC State will be returning a ton of talent in spring camp, but one player heading to the NFL is former DT Alim McNeill. The future NFL stud joins Cory and James live from Amedeo's to discuss his time with the Pack, preparing for the NFL Draft, his thoughts on State women's basketball and much more!
We also discuss the Wolfpack defending the ACC Tournament title in women's basketball and preview the path ahead for the men's basketball program.
NC State closed out the 2020-21 regular season in strong fashion, earning the No. 9 seed heading into the ACC Tournament this Wednesday. Cory and Miles take a look at how the trip to Greensboro now shapes up on the latest Pack Pride Podcast.
How much did NC State's path change based on Saturday's results? What does the Pack need to do to take down Syracuse and Virginia in Greensboro? Can the Wolfpack make the NCAA Tournament field without winning it all this week?
It's busy season for NC State Athletics with men's and women's basketball, baseball, wrestling, soccer and several other winter and spring sports colliding, but the college football season is about to get underway -- with the Wolfpack's spring camp kicking off!
Before spring camp gets started, Cory and Michael take an in-depth look at the roster, the upcoming names to know and much more on the Pack Pride Podcast.
After a rough opening series, Alec and Andrew are joined by a guest who knows all about coming back from adversity -- former NC State shortstop Trea Turner. The World Series champion discusses the 2013 College World Series squad, his postgame celebrations in the postseason, becoming a new father and much more!
The guys also take a look back on the Georgia Tech series, win over Campbell and how the Pack 9 can get back on track vs. Miami starting on Friday.
For the first time since Jan. 9, NC State is back above .500 in ACC play thanks to a fifth straight victory Wednesday night in South Bend. Miles and Cory take a look back on the win and the importance of the Pack's finish.
Just how impactful were the freshmen? Why is Jericole Hellems' continued production so vital for this team? How close is the Pack to making a run at the NCAA Tournament? Miles and Cory cover it all!
After a week of tremendous success for nearly every NC State program, James and Cory recap the entire week -- including a massive Sunday for the Wolfpack.
We take a look at the latest wins for men's hoops and how important the next two games are, recap the strong finish and upcoming ACC Tourney for women's basketball and sum up the dominant performance for NC State wrestling in the ACC Championship.
NC State just continues to tear through the ACC in the last several weeks, this time pulling out another tight game against Pitt. The Panthers made things tight down the stretch, but the Wolfpack led for 37 minutes to clinch a fourth straight victory.
Miles and Cory take a look back on the win, including the veterans stepping up, issues rebounding the basketball and what this means for the Pack with two games left on the schedule.
WARNING: There were some audio issues that we could not clean up. Apologies in advance for Cory's screaming.
NC State got off to a hot start to the season with the bats, but struggled out of the bullpen to start the year at 2-1 before ACC play begins. Alec Sawyer and Andrew Ciencin discuss the week for the Pack9 and the upcoming ACC opener against Georgia Tech.
Before the discussion of the current season, former Pack9 catcher Brett Austin joins the show to discuss his time in Raleigh, the impact NC State had on his life, being a part of the Nationals organization and much more -- including water slides!
Winning three road games was one thing, but the Wolfpack had none over top-tier opponents in the ACC. NC State got that on Wednesday night, handing No. 15 Virginia its first home loss after 15 straight victories in Charlottesville by a final of 68-61.
Cory and Miles take a look back on the Pack's historic win streak on the road, the continued growth of the freshmen guards, D.J. Funderburk's second-half production and look ahead to the remainder of the Pack's schedule.
With one episode of the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast left before the end of February, James and Cory are joined by four different NC State athletes to discuss their time in Raleigh, the fight for racial equality and much more. We also discuss the hugely successful past week for the Pack at the top of the show!
The list of guests includes:
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Chasity Melvin: 28:00 mark
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Grant Gibson: 44:00 mark
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Isaiah Moore: 56:00 mark
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Ted Brown: 1:10:00 mark
NC State went into Winston-Salem and came away with a dominant victory by a final of 80-62. Miles and Cory breakdown the win and what it means for the season on the Postgame Podcast.
How impressive have the freshmen been over the last two games? What does Dereon Seabron's emergence mean for the program? Can the Pack carry this road momentum into Charlottesville and clinch a Top 25 win over Virginia?
Welcome to the first edition of the Sawyer & Ciencin Podcast -- the ONLY podcast devoted entirely to NC State baseball! On the first episode, Alec Sawyer and Andrew Ciencin are joined by long-time Wolfpack assistant and associate head coach Chris Hart, who was the lead recruiter for Ciencin more than one decade ago.
Following the interview with Hart, the guys hand out their preseason awards for team MVP, Pitcher of the Year, Freshman of the Year and others before giving their season predictions.
Despite yet another late-game surge from its opponent, NC State held on Wednesday night to pull out a 74-73 win over Pitt on the road. Miles and Cory discuss the Pack's latest road victory, the second straight win away from PNC Arena in the last 11 days.
How critical were the performances from the freshman guards? Is this the dominance we should expect for D.J. Funderburk and Manny Bates inside and on the glass? How significant was this win at the start of a crucial three-game road trip?
With just four days remaining until the start of the 2021 NC State baseball season, James and Cory are joined by Andrew Ciencin to break down his time with the Wolfpack, the uniqueness of the 2021 season and expectations for the program.
We're also joined by Layton Smith and Macon Adams of Tuffy Talk to discuss their new podcast and thoughts on NC State as a program. We also talk men's and women's basketball and wrestling on the backend of the show.
With two chances to get back on track this past week, the Wolfpack came up 0-2 and fell further down the ACC standings. Cory and Miles try to pick up the pieces from the latest loss in the Postgame Podcast.
How critical have turnovers been in the last two games? Can Shakeel Moore build off his second-half performance? How important is the progress of the freshmen guards in these final games?
In a game where NC State had an opportunity to get back on track with some revenge against Syracuse, it fell apart in the second half yet again in a 77-68 loss at home. Miles and Cory recap the latest loss on the Postgame Podcast.
What happened in the final minutes that led to six straight missed shots? How critical were the Pack's turnover issues against Cuse? What did the Orange do differently this time around? Can State actually get back on track Saturday vs. Duke?
With National Signing Day in the rearview mirror and the 2021 NC State recruiting class nearly finalized, Michael Clark joins the show to break down the Wolfpack's haul, the difficulties of recruiting in 2020-21 and why the Pack has turned its focus to the transfer portal.
James and Cory also take a look at the Wolfpack's win over Wake Forest in men's basketball, preview the upcoming game against Syracuse and recap the losses for women's basketball and wrestling.
After more than one month of difficult losses and losing one of its best scoring threats, the Wolfpack got a dominant win in Chestnut Hill. Cory and Miles take a look back at NC State's blowout victory and the top performers for the Pack.
Does this win get State back on track or is it still yet to be determined? What did this game reveal about the Pack's offensive strategy moving forward? How far along is Shakeel Moore midway through ACC play?
In the past three years, NC State has sent six different defensive linemen to the NFL via the draft. One of those linemen was NC native Kentavius Street, who joins Michael and Cory in this special edition of the Pack Pride Podcast.
How special was the 2014 NC State recruiting class when it was all said and done? What were some of the most impactful aspects of being in Raleigh with the Wolfpack? What have the first two years been like in the NFL? What advice would he give to NC State recruits?
The Wolfpack put up a fight for more than 33 minutes against No. 14 Virginia Wednesday night, but fell down the stretch in a 64-57 loss to the Cavaliers. Miles and Cory break the loss down, what it means for the season and what comes next.
What really happened with D.J. Funderburk in the final seven minutes? How has the offense been molded to fit around Jericole Hellems? What's going on with the Wolfpack's guards offensively?
On Monday night, NC State WBB pulled out its second win over the No. 1 team in the country in Louisville. NC State ACC Champion and basketball analyst Debbie Antonelli joins James and Cory to discuss the win, the Pack WBB program, where she has the Pack ranked and why this team has National Championship potential.
Cory and James also take a look back on State's loss at Syracuse, Wednesday's matchup with No. 14 Virginia, discuss the Pack wrestling win over No. 14 UNC and preview the trip to No. 8 Virginia Tech.
NC State battled against Syracuse without Devon Daniels or D.J. Funderburk, but came up short by a final of 76-73 in the Carrier Dome. Miles and Cory take a look back on what led to the loss, along with the huge performances by Jericole Hellems and Manny Bates.
What happened to the Pack's offense in the second half? Despite the loss, how good of a showing was this for Hellems and Bates as leaders on both ends? What needs to happen with the Pack's guard play? Can the Pack recover from an awful January?
Just when it appeared NC State's season might have a chance to get back on track with a win over Wake Forest, the Pack was dealt a devastating blow. Cory and Miles discuss Devon Daniels' season-ending injury and the impact it leaves for the program.
Which players need to step up the most? Will Kevin Keatts need to move to a more inside-out approach? Can the freshmen grow up quick enough to lead the offense? How difficult of a task will it be going against the Syracuse and Virginia defenses to start out?
Coming off a huge turnaround in 2020, NC State football has high expectations heading into the 2021 campaign. Following the ACC's schedule release on Thursday, Michael and Cory take a look at the complete 2021 slate and how the Pack can navigate the schedule to still meet its goals.
How important is the non-conference slate to set the tone for the season? Is opening the ACC schedule with Clemson a good thing? What are Michael and Cory's early predictions for the 2021 football season?
NC State finally got a win in January, but it came at a cost as Devon Daniels suffered a non-contact injury. Cory and Miles break down the 72-67 win over Wake and the loss of Daniels in the latest podcast.
What does this win mean for the Pack after a rough January. How important were Jericole Hellems and the freshmen guards to closing out the Deacs? What would the loss of Daniels mean moving forward?
NC State wrestling is rolling yet again with 21 straight dual wins heading into this Friday's matchup with UNC-Chapel Hill. Wolfpack wrestling head coach Pat Popolizio joins us to talk about his team, the importance of the start in ACC duals, facing UNC and much more!
James and Cory also break down the returns for NC State men's and women's basketball along with their thoughts on Philip Rivers' retirement in the final segment.
After a 10-day break from the court, NC State fought hard on the road in Chapel Hill before coming up short in an 86-76 loss. Miles and Cory take a look back on the fourth straight ACC loss and look forward to Wednesday against Wake Forest at home.
Why is NC State still struggling on the defensive end? What led to UNC dominating the boards? Where is the Pack lacking when it comes to scoring threats? Can State turn things around this week at home against Wake?
With NC State set to start spring camp in less than two months, the Wolfpack filled yet another scholarship with Derrek Pitts. The Wolfpack also lost an assistant coach in George McDonald to Illinois, his alma mater.
Cory Smith and Michael Clark take a look at the latest moves, what comes next for the Pack in the transfer portal, some of the names on the WR Coach hot board and more on the latest podcast!
With NC State men's and women's basketball currently on pause, there's still plenty to talk about when it comes to the Wolfpack. Hoops legend Scott Wood joins Cory and James to discuss his new podcast and where the Wolfpack stands after 10 games.
We break down the rough game at FSU, recent issues for the program as a whole and how they can finish strong. We also take a look back at the win for NC State wrestling and when the women's program will resume play.
Well, that was certainly something. There was a game played in Tallahassee Wednesday night, but NC State wasn't much of a participant in the 105-73 loss, which was the third straight for the Pack in ACC play.
Miles and Cory take a look back on the loss, including the Pack's suspect defense without Manny Bates, Thomas Allen's continued success shooting, how FSU dominated every area offensively and why Saturday is now a must-win scenario.
Despite the Wolfpack coming off two straight losses in ACC play, James and Cory were committed to having a very nice dialogue this week for Episode 69. Joining us this week was ACC Network host and broadcaster Wes Durham!
The "Packer & Durham" co-host discusses the Wolfpack's football and basketball seasons, the ACC as a whole, his roots in Apex, N.C., what comes next for the ACC Network and much more! In the last segment, James and Cory also take a look back on the Pack's tough week before facing FSU on Wednesday.
NC State got great news last Thursday, then the good vibes kept going on Friday and Sunday with three key players returning. The Wolfpack found out that Emeka Emezie, Payton Wilson and Daniel Joseph would all be back in the fold next year, locking up three critical pieces to this year's massive turnaround.
Cory and Michael take a look at what each player means to their specific position group, to their side of the ball and what each signifies to the program as a whole. We also break down the outlook for the program heading into 2021 with so many players back from injury, returning for another season and much more!
With a chance to remain above .500 in ACC play heading into a difficult stretch, NC State let a game against Miami slip away Saturday afternoon. Miles and Cory take a look back on the loss and what it means for the Pack's resume.
What happened to the Pack's veteran and freshmen guards? What led to State's lowest point total in nearly a year? How big of a positive was Thomas Allen's breakout performance? What does this loss mean heading into a critical four-game stretch?
Despite leading for more than 35 minutes on Tuesday night, the Wolfpack squandered an opportunity to take early control of the ACC in a 74-70 loss at No. 19 Clemson. Cory and Miles offer their thoughts on the loss and what lies ahead for the Pack.
Did the Wolfpack miss the steady hand of Braxton Beverly down the stretch? How impactful has D.J. Funderburk been since his return? What happened to Devon Daniels late in the game? Just how good are these teams capable of finishing the season?
Following a loss in the 2021 Gator Bowl, James and Cory look back on the Wolfpack football season as a whole and what led to the ugly loss in Jacksonville. They also give an in-depth breakdown of what to expect next year.
In the second session, James and Cory discuss the latest wins for both Pack basketball programs, which are now a combined 16-1 overall and 6-0 in ACC play. What should NC State fans expect when MBB travels to Clemson and will Manny Bates be active?
It wasn't the way the Wolfpack wanted to end the season, but the 23-21 loss still showed the fight NC State has had all year long. Michael and Cory break down the loss, individual performances and what the Gator Bowl means for next season.
How critical were the mistakes in the loss? What happened to the running game? Which players stepped up in a big way? How good can this program be next fall?
For the second time in three years, NC State will travel down to Jacksonville, Fla. to take on an SEC foe in the Gator Bowl. Derek Terry of Cats Pause joins us to discuss what Wolfpack fans should expect from the Kentucky Wildcats.
How has Mark Stoops found recent success in bowl games? What makes the Wildcats' ground game so potent? Why did UK finish with a losing record in 2020? Who are the defensive stars to know? Get all that and a prediction before the Gator Bowl in the Pregame Podcast!
NC State closed out its wild, strange and successful year of 2020 with yet another win in ACC play. The Wolfpack moved to 2-0 in conference play with a 79-76 win over Boston College before ringing in the New Year.
Cory and Miles take a look at the impact of D.J. Funderburk's return, Jericole Hellems' play on both ends of the floor, Shakeel Moore's energy down the stretch, Devon Daniels' recovery and clutch play at the end of the game and much more!
With the year of 2020 wrapping up -- finally(!!!) -- James and Cory take a look back on the recent UNC win, women's basketball moving up in the AP rankings and preview the Gator Bowl before reflecting on the memorable year for Wolfpack sports.
Though 2020 was a tough year for the nation as a whole, NC State enjoyed a ton of success on the court and on the field. James and Cory give their thoughts on the Top 10 wins, the biggest moments for the Pack and much more!
NC State wrapped up its Early Signing Period of the 2021 recruiting class and came away with 20 new signees. Of the early signees, the Pack added three receivers, including Julian Gray, who is one of the best in the country at the position.
The dynamic playmaker out of Huntersville (N.C.) Hopewell joined Cory and Michael to discuss signing with the Pack, early goals for his college career, relationship with the coaching staff, why he chose to stay in-state and much more on the Pack21 Podcast.
NC State wrapped up its Early Signing Period of the 2021 recruiting class and came away with 20 new signees. Of the early signees, the Pack added three receivers, including Micah Crowell, who is one of the best in the country at the position.
The 6-foot-2, 205-pound playmaker out of Kernersville (N.C.) East Forsyth joined Cory and Michael to discuss signing with the Pack, early goals for his college career, relationship with the coaching staff, why he chose to stay in-state and much more on the Pack21 Podcast.
Even without one of its best big men on Tuesday night, NC State toppled No. 17 UNC by a final of 79-76 at home. Cory and Miles take a look back on the convincing win for the Wolfpack, moving to 5-1 (1-0 ACC) on the year.
How important was Shakeel Moore's offense and energy in his ACC debut? Just how big was Devon Daniels' ability to close out the game? Was Manny Bates' performance the most critical of the night? What does this win do for the team heading into January?
It has been nearly 38 years since the magical run by NC State to capture the 1983 National Championship. Thurl Bailey, the Pack's superstar forward, joins us to talk about his book, Team of Destiny, tell stories about Jimmy V, his career as a broadcaster and singer, and much more!
Cory and James also break down the Pack's Gator Bowl matchup against Kentucky, discuss NC State women's basketball's undefeated start, the health of State's basketball team and keys heading into Tuesday's matchup vs. UNC-Chapel Hill.
NC State wrapped up its Early Signing Period of the 2021 recruiting class and came away with 20 new signees. Of the early signees, the Pack has already added four defensive backs, including Chase Hattley, who is one of the top safety prospects in the country.
The 6-foot-3, 205-pound playmaker out of Cary (N.C.) Panther Creek joined Cory and Michael to discuss signing with the Pack, early goals for his college career, relationship with the coaching staff, his relationship with his father and much more on the Pack21 Podcast.
NC State has wrapped up its Early Signing Period of the 2021 recruiting class and came away with 20 new signees. Of the early signees, the Pack has already added five new offensive linemen, including Thornton Gentry, the No. 1 offensive lineman in South Carolina.
The 6-foot-4, 282-pound center joined Cory and Michael to discuss signing with the Pack, early goals for his college career, relationship with the coaching staff, his relationship with his father and much more on the Pack21 Podcast.
NC State came out of the gate hot, but ran out of gas down the stretch in an 80-69 loss at Saint Louis. Cory and Miles take a look back on the loss in the Postgame Podcast.
Should NC State have traveled to play this game in the first place? How much can be taken away from this game given the circumstances? What do we make of Manny Bates' career night on both ends?
NC State has already wrapped up its Early Signing Period of the 2021 recruiting class and came away with 19 new signees. While the coaches are typically viewed as the recruiters for each player, Mario Love was considered the Alpha Wolf when it came to helping construct the 2021 class.
Love joined Cory and Michael to discuss his excitement about signing with NC State, his role in helping recruit the class, his goals for the next level, relationships with the coaching staff and much more on the Pack21 Podcast.
NC State has already wrapped up its Early Signing Period of the 2021 recruiting class and came away with 19 new signees. The Wolfpack landed multiple in-state elite recruits, but linebacker Jordan Poole was at the top of the list as a Top-100 athlete.
Poole joins Cory and Michael to break down his recruitment, being an All-American, his relationship with the coaching staff, playing with fellow elite in-state recruits, his goals as an early enrollee and much more.
NC State has already wrapped up its Early Signing Period of the 2021 recruiting class and came away with 19 new signees. One of the most talked about recruits in every class is the quarterback -- and the Wolfpack got a special one in Aaron McLaughlin.
The 6-foot-5, 219-pound signal-caller joined Cory and Michael to discuss signing with the Pack, living up to expectations, relationship with the coaching staff, his goals as an early enrollee and much more on the Pack21 Podcast.
Early National Signing Day is coming this week, and NC State is expected to sign a Top 30 class, according to the 247Sports rankings. With a big focus on recruiting, James and Cory are joined by 247Sports Director of Scouting Barton Simmons to break down the Wolfpack's class.
Who is Barton higher on than other recruiting services? How important is the transfer portal this season? Is there any need to panic compared to other in-state programs? How does one prepare for an 8-hour live show on CBS Sports Network?
NC State wrapped up its 2020 football season with an 8-3 record and seven ACC wins for the first time in program history. Former Wolfpack receiver Kelvin Harmon joined the Pack Pride Podcast to discuss the season, his rehab from injury and the Washington Football Team.
James and Cory also break down their thoughts on Dave Doeren for ACC Coach of the Year, the Pack women's basketball team downing No. 1 South Carolina and the why the men's basketball program canceled two games.
NC State moved to 8-3 (7-3 ACC) on the year with a 23-13 win over Georgia Tech to win a fourth straight game to close out the regular season. Cory and Michael look back on the win, including a breakdown of the passing game, Chris Dunn's historic night and the stingy scoring defense.
What does Saturday's win mean for the program with bowl season coming up? How important were the linebackers yet again against GT? Is this a sign of what's to come for the Wolfpack next season?
Thursday was a great day for NC State basketball all the way around. It got started with the Wolfpack men's team cruising to an easy win over UMass-Lowell in Bubbleville before the No. 8 NC State women's program toppled No. 1 South Carolina in Columbia, S.C.
Kevin Keatts said it best on Thursday night: It was a Double Scoop for NC State.
Following the pair of victories, Cory and Miles take a look at what the wins mean for each program, how the Pack WBB was able to overcome the loss of Jada Boyd and the continued progress of the State MBB guards through three games.
The regular-season finale for NC State is finally here, and it's another opportunity at a revenge game from last season. With the Wolfpack hosting Georgia Tech this Saturday on Senior Day, Rod MacKenzie of GoJackets on the 247Sports network joined us to break down the Yellow Jackets.
What has Geoff Collins done this season to further implement his system in Year 2? How has the progress of Jeff Sims helped the offense grow? Will Jahmyr Gibbs be available this Saturday? Which young players have stepped up on defense? Who does MacKenzie believe will take the W?
With NC State's basketball game canceled on Monday, the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast recorded at its usual time. This week, Cory and James were joined by Wolfpack legend Dereck Whittenburg to discuss State basketball, football and more!
Topics this week included NC State's start to the 2020-21 basketball season, the Wolfpack's win in Syracuse, the busy week ahead in basketball and football and Whittenburg gives his thoughts on the program.
NC State found yet another unique way to win, pulling out a second-half comeback for a 36-29 win over Syracuse. Cory and Michael take a look back at the victory in the Carrier Dome and hand out their game balls.
They give their thoughts on Bailey Hockman's huge second half, Thayer Thomas' career afternoon and the Pack's strong defensive outing for a second straight week.
NC State wrapped up its MTE at Reynolds Coliseum with another lopsided victory over North Florida Friday evening. Cory and Miles take a look back at the win and some key takeaways for the Pack moving forward.
Is this the Manny Bates we should expect this season? What was the difference for Jericole Hellems vs. UNF? How good have Braxton Beverly and Cam Hayes been at the point through the first two games?
It may be Thanksgiving Day, but the Postgame Podcast never stops! Miles and Cory take a look back at the Pack's 95-61 win over Charleston Southern to open the season and what they took away from the game.
Just how productive can Devon Daniels be in the hybrid 3 role? What were their thoughts on Braxton Beverly starting at point guard? How impressive were the freshmen in their debuts? Get all the reaction here!
We're finally entering the most entertaining -- and hectic -- time of the year for NC State Athletics. Not only is the Wolfpack nearly wrapping up a great football season with a trip to Syracuse this Saturday, but basketball also tips off on Wednesday.
With all that on the docket, Cory is flying solo this week, but was joined by Stephen Bailey of CuseNation and our own Miles Masercola to discuss the basketball season. It's a jam-packed podcast you don't want to miss!
It wasn't a pretty game, but it was a win for NC State. And when you're talking about facing a previously undefeated Liberty team that had knocked off two ACC opponents this season, a 15-14 victory to move to 6-3 on the season sounds pretty sweet.
Following the win, Cory and Michael take a look back at the defense's standout performance, Levi Jones' blocked field goal, Zonovan Knight's huge night, the play of Bailey Hockman and also hand out game balls for the Pack.
This Saturday, NC State will host No. 21 Liberty in its lone non-conference matchup of the season at Carter-Finley Stadium. While the Flames have put themselves on the map in the college football world, we had Emily Austen of Flame Central TV join us to break down Liberty's special season.
How has Hugh Freeze completely overhauled the Liberty program? What makes Malik Willis such a dynamic quarterback? Which defensive players will NC State fans need to know? Get all that and more on this week's Pregame Podcast!
NC State football is coming off a convincing win over Florida State and has three games left, but the Wolfpack basketball program is tipping off in just over one week. With that in mind, assistant coach James Johnson joined the podcast to discuss the Pack's upcoming hoops season.
Just how versatile is this year's roster? How have Cam Hayes and Shakeel Moore progressed at the point? What are JJ's thoughts on the 2021 signing class? James and Cory wrap up the podcast with a discussion about the FSU win and the upcoming Liberty matchup.
Needing a win to right the ship, NC State got a convincing one over Florida State by a final of 38-22 at home. Cory and Michael take an immediate look back on the win and what it means for the rest of the year.
How stellar has Bailey Hockman's play been the last two weeks? What does Thayer Thomas' emergence mean for State's offense? Can this defense hold up against Malik Willis and Liberty? We discuss all that and hand out our game balls following the win over the Seminoles.
NC State (4-3) is reeling after a two-game losing streak, but remains at home this weekend against Florida State (2-5, 1-5 ACC). Chris Nee of Noles247 joins the Pregame Podcast to discuss where the Seminoles stand heading into the matchup.
What exactly has transpired for the Noles this season and particularly this past week? Who will be the starter at quarterback? Where are the weaknesses in the FSU defense? What is Nee's prediction for Saturday night?
With NC State coming off another tough loss, the Wolfpack has a chance to rebound this Saturday with a struggling Florida State program coming to town. Ahead of the matchup, Bud Elliott of 247Sports joins us to discuss his alma mater along with take a look at the state of the Pack's program.
How has Tim Beck's offense changed the look of the program nationally? What should Wolfpack fans expect against FSU? Cory and James also take a look back at the Miami loss in the second portion of the podcast.
Just when it appeared NC State would come away with a win over a Top-15 program, the Wolfpack grabbed defeat from the jaws of victory in a 44-41 loss to No. 11 Miami Friday night. Michael and Cory take a look back on the loss on the Pregame Podcast and look forward to the final four games.
What happened in the fourth quarter on both sides of the ball? How did the Pack's offense look with Bailey Hockman under center? What has to change down the stretch for NC State to finish strong?
Following a bye week for both programs after a strong start to the season, No. 11 Miami will travel to NC State on Friday night. Ahead of the matchup, David Lake of Inside The U joins the Pregame Podcast to discuss the Hurricanes.
What type of culture has Manny Diaz built in Miami? How dynamic has D'Eriq King made the Canes' offense? Where does the defense stack up after six games? Who does Lake predict will pull this game out in primetime on Friday night?
Coming off a bye week after a 4-2 start, the Wolfpack will take the field this Friday night against Miami at Carter-Finley Stadium. With NC State taking on the Hurricanes, James and Cory are joined this week by Wolfpack legend Andre Maddox, a Miami product who helped lead the Pack's defense from 2001 through 2004.
Maddox discusses his time playing under current Miami head coach Manny Diaz, how the "Killian Cats" helped change the program and the memorable 2002 season. There's also a bonus discussion (at the 1:06:26 mark) about Maddox's "most memorable game" at Texas Tech.
It's officially November, which means college hoops season is right around the corner. Though the season would normally be tipping off in early November, we'll have to wait until at least Nov. 25 this year -- but it should be worth the wait.
Cory and Miles preview each position group, breakdown what we know about the schedule thus far and offer their picks for preseason MVP, most improved player, top freshman and more!
With the 2020 Wolfpack football season now at the midway point, it's time to take a look back -- and look ahead -- with Cory and Michael on the Pack Pride Podcast. We review the first six games of the season, breakdown the final five games of the year and offer our thoughts on where the Pack will end the season.
Which position group has shined on each side of the ball? What areas will the Pack need to clean up to finish strong? Who should State start at the quarterback position moving forward? We answer all that and more on this week's podcast!
Following a rough loss to UNC, NC State football has a bye week with plenty of questions heading into the second half of the season. James and Cory take a look at some of those questions, including what should happen at the QB position moving forward.
We also use the second half of the podcast to discuss the reported schedule updates for NC State men's basketball. How is the non-conference schedule shaping up with less than one month away from State tipping off? What could the starting lineup look like?
Well, that was something.
NC State missed tackle after tackle, turned the ball over four times and was outgained on the ground by 292 yards. Cory and Michael take a look back on the loss and look forward to where the Pack goes from here.
Should Ben Finley be the starter the rest of the way? What was the biggest issue with the Pack's defense? How much did turnovers cripple any chance of an effective offense?
Following a 31-20 win over Duke at home, NC State heads back out on the road with a 4-1 record against UNC-Chapel Hill at noon this Saturday. C.L. Brown of the News & Observer joins us to discuss the Tar Heels ahead of the first ranked matchup between the two schools since 1993.
Is Sam Howell back on track after a slow start? How will UNC respond after a loss to Florida State on the road? What makes the Tar Heels' running back duo so explosive? Which team does C.L. pick to pull out the win?
In a year where nothing has been normal, Ben Broussard has taken over as the Executive Director position with the Wolfpack Club and ran with it. Broussard sits down with James and Cory to discuss his past, his first few months, how the Pack is navigating the pandemic and what comes next!
In the second portion, we take a look back on the win over Duke, the impact of Devin Leary's injury, the Pack's resilient defense and, of course, break down State's matchup this weekend at UNC.
NC State moved to 4-1 on the season with a 31-20 win over Duke to win a second straight home game, but it came at a cost. Cory and Michael take a look back on the in-state win, including a look at the impact of Devin Leary's injury and a breakdown of the defense stepping up in the second half.
What does Saturday's win mean for the program with a tough stretch coming up? Will Bailey Hockman remain the starter, or is Ben Finley set to get playing time? Just how good has this defense become -- when it's not dealing with self-inflicted penalties?
Coming off a 38-21 win over Virginia, NC State now heads back to Carter-Finley Stadium for the first time in nearly one month to take on Duke. Adam Rowe of The Devils' Den on the 247Sports Network joins us to discuss the Blue Devils ahead of their first matchup since 2013.
Is Chase Brice finally back on track for the Duke offense? Will the Blue Devils experienced running backs repeat their success against Syracuse? Can Duke's defense limit the Pack's potent offense? Which team does Adam believe will pull out the win?
With the Wolfpack coming off yet another road win over Virginia, Cory and James are joined by Wolfpack Sports Radio pregame and postgame show host Andrew Sanders to discuss the game and his path to covering NC State!
How did Andrew get his start in doing play-by-play for the Wolfpack? What were the guys' thoughts on the win for the Pack in Charlottesville? How much did the last two wins change the perception for the program?
NC State moved to 3-1 on the season with a 38-21 win over Virginia to win a second straight game on the road in ACC play. Cory and Michael take a look back on the road win, including a breakdown of the up-and-down performance from the offense, the defense's four turnovers and hand out their game balls.
What does Saturday's win mean for the program with a tough stretch coming up? What happened to the passing game after the hot start? Is this a sign of what's to come for the NC State defense?
Coming off a Top-25 win over Pittsburgh last weekend, the Wolfpack will conclude its three-game road trip with a showdown against Virginia on Saturday afternoon. With the game less than 48 hours from kickoff, we brought on Richmond Times-Dispatch columnist David Teel to offer an in-depth look at the Cavaliers prior to Saturday.
How well has new QB Brennan Armstrong performed through the first two weeks? How versatile is the Cavaliers' offense? How pivotal is this game for both teams with multiple ranked matchups coming up in the next few weeks?
NC State landed its sixth four-star prospect in either the 247Sports rankings or 247Sports Composite rankings on Tuesday afternoon with Cary (N.C.) Panther Creek safety Chase Hattley committing to the Pack.
Michael Clark and Cory Smith take a look at what his commitment means for State, why he picked the Pack, how he fits into the system and who's next for State's 2021 class on the Pack Pride Podcast!
Monday night at Amedeo's was a celebration of two different things: NC State's win over Pitt and James Curle's birthday. We packed it all into one podcast with surprise appearances from Lauren Brownlow, Austin Johnson and even Chuck Amato!
Cory, James and Lauren take a look back on the road win over Pitt, Devin Leary's performance, the Pack's red-zone offense and preview the matchup with UVA. Cory also shares his thoughts on some recruiting news taking place this week.
NC State moved to 2-1 on the young season with a 30-29 win over No. 24 Pitt to snap a five-game losing on the road in ACC play. Cory and Michael take a look back on the critical victory, including a breakdown of Devin Leary's four-touchdown performance and the injury-ravaged defense making stops at the end of the game.
What does Saturday's win mean for the program this season as a whole? How much better is the passing game with Leary under center? Which players earned game balls from Michael and Cory following the win?
The Wolfpack will look to bounce back from a rough outing in Blacksburg, Va., with a trip to take on No. 24 Pittsburgh this Saturday with a second straight road contest. With that in mind, we brought on Ed O'Brien of Panther247 to offer an in-depth look at the Panthers prior to Saturday's matchup.
Just how effective is the Panthers' experienced offense? What makes Pitt's defense so special? How important is this game for the Panthers with a chance to start 4-0 for the first time in two decades?
Saturday night was an ugly loss for NC State, but we're already looking forward to this week's game against Pitt. James and Cory are joined this week by ESPN's ACC beat writer David Hale to break down the Pack and the rest of the conference.
Can State recover from the blowout in Blacksburg? Who does Hale believe should be under center moving forward? What's going on with the Pack's defense? We take a look at all of it -- and why ESPN doesn't consider NC State in the QBU discussion.
Well, that wasn't pretty. But we're professionals, so we still recorded a podcast.
After NC State's 45-24 loss to No. 20 Virginia Tech, Cory and Michael discussed the horrid start from Bailey Hockman, issues in the trenches -- on both sides -- and their thoughts on the Pack's offense late in the game under Devin Leary.
On Saturday afternoon, NC State landed its second in-state commit in the 2021 class with guard Breon Pass committing to the Wolfpack. Cory and Miles take a look at what Ross' commitment means for Kevin Keatts and his staff along with the entire 2021 class.
What does Pass bring to the Wolfpack in this class? How does he fit in with the current 2020 and 2021 commits? What will the Wolfpack do with the final scholarship in the 2021 class?
Coming off a 45-42 win over Wake Forest, NC State now heads to Blacksburg, Va. for its first road contest of the season. Evan Watkins of VTScoop on the 247Sports Network joins us to discuss the Hokies ahead of their season opener.
Will Hendon Hooker or Brock Burmeister lead VT under center? Are the transfer running backs ready to lead the offense? What are the expectations for LB Rayshard Ashby? Which team will pull out the win according to Evan?
NC State got the football season started off right with a win over Wake Forest in a 45-42 shootout at Carter-Finley Stadium. This week, James and Cory are joined by Abby Labar, a sideline reporter for Fox Sports South and NHL host for the Carolina Hurricanes, to discuss the win and her life over the last wild eight months.
How did Bailey Hockman perform after being thrust into the starting role? How impressive was Tim Beck as a playcaller? Will the Pack play this upcoming weekend against Virginia Tech? We cover all that -- and hand out our three stars for the week!
NC State won a nailbiter over Wake Forest by a final of 45-42 Saturday night thanks to an explosive new offense and key defensive stops at the end. Cory Smith and Michael Clark take a look back on what led to the win, key players and more on the first edition of the 2020 Postgame Podcast.
What were their impressions of Bailey Hockman's start? Just how studly is this running back trio? How good can the front six be after Saturday's showing defensively?
We're now just two days away from the start of the 2020 football season officially kicking off for NC State against Wake Forest in Carter-Finley Stadium. With that in mind, we brought on Les Johns of Demon Deacon Digest to offer an in-depth look at the Deacs prior to Saturday's matchup.
What did we learn, if anything, from Wake's blowout loss to Clemson? How effective is the Deacs' offense after losing nine starters from last season? Just how important is this game for both sides in a conference-only season?
It's finally game week in Raleigh! With the season opener set to kickoff this Saturday between NC State and Wake Forest, James Curle, Cory Smith and special guest host Alec Sawyer take a look at the last week and preview the 2020 football season.
What were our thoughts on the team captains and Isaiah Moore wearing the No. 1 jersey? How will the Pack recover from Louis Acceus being out for the season? We finish the podcast with several over/under projections -- including our projection for wins.
Despite the change in schedule, we're now eight days away from NC State's 2020 football season kicking off on Sept. 19. With the Wolfpack winding down fall camp, Michael and Cory will take a look at every position leading up to the matchup with Wake Forest.
Just how good can the Wolfpack be on special teams with Chris Dunn and Trenton Gill earning preseason hype? Who are the options as returners outside of Thayer Thomas? What are Michael and Cory's predictions for the 2020 football season?
NC State's football season kicks off in nine days, but the NFL begins tonight! With that in mind, James and Cory touch on Wolfpack topics at the top of the show before CBS Senior Analyst Will Brinson joins the podcast.
What are Cory's thoughts on the ACC's proposal for every team to make the NCAA Tournament? What will this season hold for Philip Rivers and Russell Wilson? Will defensive stars like Bradley Chubb, Justin Jones and Germaine Pratt take the next step this fall?
Brinson covers all that and more during his segment -- which begins at the 50-minute mark in this week's episode.
Despite the change in schedule, we're now less than two weeks away NC State's 2020 football season kicking off on Sept. 19. With the Wolfpack recently starting fall camp, Michael and Cory will take a look at every position leading up to the matchup with Wake Forest.
Just how high is the ceiling for Tyler Baker-Williams entering his first year as a starter at nickel? Who are the contenders for the cornerback rotation? Will Tanner Ingle and Jakeen Harris hold down the safety spots? How much will the new position coaches shape the secondary?
NC State has landed its second -- and final -- defensive end commit in the 2021 class with Zyun Reeves making his commitment official. Michael Clark and Cory Smith break down what his commitment means for the Pack.
What does Reeves add to the 2021 class? How did the Pack pull him out of East Forsyth? How will he fit in with the program? Who's next for the 2021 class following Reeves with defensive numbers getting tight?
Since the last Pack Pride Podcast, NC State has returned to the field and court in every sport for practice ahead of the 2020 season -- including football. James and Cory return to Amedeo's to discuss the last week in NC State news on the latest Pack Pride Podcast.
What has been the most difficult aspect of the COVID-19 protocols this offseason? What led to the women's soccer program opting out for the fall? Why did Terquavion Smith get a huge boost in the recent 2021 rankings?
Despite the change in schedule, we're still less than one month away NC State's 2020 football season kicking off on Sept. 19. With the Wolfpack recently starting fall camp, Michael and Cory will take a look at every position leading up to the matchup with Wake Forest.
What needs to happen for Alim McNeill to take the next step? Who are the contenders for the defensive line rotations? Does the depth at linebacker and starting lineup of Isaiah Moore, Payton Wilson and Louis Acceus make it the best position group on the roster? How much will Tony Gibson's defense lean on both positions?
Following an outbreak within NC State Athletics, the program put a pause on all activities and delayed the football season opener. Cory and James return to Amedeo's for the first time to discuss everything in the last week for the Pack.
What led to the stoppage for NC State and moving the Virginia Tech game? How does this affect the season? Just how good has Trea Turner been in the last two weeks? What does the addition of Nikki West add to the WBB program?
We're less than one month away NC State's 2020 football season kicking off on Sept. 12. With the Wolfpack set for its first scrimmage on Saturday, Michael and Cory will take a look at every position leading up to the matchup with Virginia Tech.
What will the starting wide receiver corps look like? Which wideouts need to step up the most? Will the tight ends be a strength of the offense this season? How does the depth of the offensive line look midway through fall camp?
While the main topic of discussion for college sports has been on the fall season, Kevin Keatts and NC State men's basketball have returned to the court as well. Keatts joins Cory and James on this week's podcast to discuss the offseason and look forward to his fourth year with the Pack.
What does Keatts think about his current roster? How are the freshmen performing this offseason? Is Keatts a proponent of the "NCAA Bubble" idea? What has Mike Summey brought to the program?
Keatts' interview begins at the 21:24 mark, but make sure to listen to James and Cory discuss the first day in full pads for NC State football and basketball recruiting in the opening portion!
We're less than one month away NC State's 2020 football season kicking off on Sept. 12. With the Wolfpack recently starting fall camp, Michael and Cory will take a look at every position leading up to the matchup with Virginia Tech.
What needs to happen for Devin Leary to take the next step? Who are the contenders for the backup QB spot? Is running back the best position group on the roster? How will Tim Beck's offense impact both positions?
There may be some uncertainty when it comes to college sports, but that's never stopped us from putting out quality podcasts. This week, James and Cory are joined by a Wolfpack legend Scott Wood, who discussed a wide range of topics on this week's Pack Pride Weekly Podcast.
Just how many times was the "Corner" play successful? Did he see T.J. Warren having this much success in the NBA bubble? What are his thoughts on college football seasons being cancelled?
NC State landed its fifth four-star prospect in either the 247Sports rankings or 247Sports Composite rankings on Saturday afternoon with Oakboro (N.C.) West Stanly LB Jordan Poole committing to the Pack.
Michael Clark and Cory Smith take a look at what his commitment means for State, why he picked the Pack, how he fits into the system and who's next for State's 2021 class on the Pack Pride Podcast!
It's been a busy week for the Wolfpack, whether it was fall camp starting for football, D.J. Funderburk returning, T.J. Warren bursting the NBA's bubble or some big baseball news. James and Cory cover it all in this week's podcast!
What does Funderburk's return mean for the 2020-21 roster and young players? How seriously is NC State taking health precautions during fall camp? What has led to Warren's emergence?
With just over one month until the start of the regular season, NC State finally knows who it will be facing in 2020. Following the release of the Wolfpack's 2020 schedule, Michael and Cory take a look at the slate an offer an in-depth breakdown of every game and more on the Pack Pride Podcast.
How difficult will the opening stretch of four games on the road in the first seven weeks be for the Pack? What's the toughest three-week stretch for the Pack? Can State close out strong to clinch a seven- or eight-win season this fall?
The 2020 football season is just over one month away, but NC State is still not sure who to prepare for in its season opener. Following the ACC shifting the schedule to conference-only with a plus-one model, Michael and Cory break down the matchups and offer their thoughts on the changes.
Did NC State's schedule get easier or tougher? What are the best new matchups on the 2020 schedule? Will fans be allowed in the stadium? Will there even be a season after these drastic changes?
This sports season has been a trying one for athletes all over the country, but none more so than Olympic athletes. Former NC State National Champion Nick Gwiazdowski joins the Pack Pride Podcast to discuss how he's preparing for the postponed Summer Games and the current state of the Wolfpack wrestling program.
Following Gwiazdowski's interview, Cory and James dissect the new matchups for NC State football after the ACC's release on Wednesday. We also take a look at what it means for the ACC-SEC showdowns, adding Notre Dame to the ACC and much more!
With NC State basketball returning to the court last week and another huge AAU tournament in Rock Hill, S.C. over the weekend, Cory and Miles take a look at some of the biggest storylines surrounding the Pack.
How much has Terquavion Smith improved this offseason? Where does the Pack stand with De'Ante Green? What would the return of D.J. Funderburk mean for State in 2020-21? What are the expectations for the Pack's point guard spot?
With the football season ramping up toward a September kickoff, the News & Observer has hired a new NC State beat writer in Jonas Pope. The newest member of the Wolfpack media joined the Pack Pride Podcast to discuss his new role with Cory and James.
What led to Pope accepting the position? Will NC State remain undefeated in basketball in games he attends? How much pride does Pope take in being an HBCU graduate in this position?
Thanks to a two-month stretch that saw NC State add 12 of its 15 commits in the 2021 class, the Wolfpack is back on track in recruiting. Steve Wiltfong, 247Sports Director of Recruiting, joined the podcast to discuss the Pack's current haul, how COVID-19 limited the program's success and how wild this fall will be for recruiting.
Cory and James Curle also discuss various topics including conference-only scheduling, NC State's return to practice, Terquavion Smith's huge weekend and much more at the top of the show!
Following the hiring of Ruffin McNeill in a Special Assistant to the Head Coach role, Cory and James were joined by two people who know him best -- his high school coach Finley Read and Fayetteville Observer beat writer Sammy Batten.
What makes McNeill such a beloved coach? How will he bring change in a limited role with the Wolfpack? Can he make an impact in recruiting despite not being able to travel?
Despite already filling all of its vacancies for the 2020 football season, NC State was still looking for one more leader on the staff. On Tuesday morning, the Wolfpack officially announced the hiring of former ECU head coach and Oklahoma assistant Ruffin McNeill.
What does the hire mean for the Pack? How expansive will his role be in Raleigh? In what ways can McNeill help in recruiting and advising the staff and players?
While most of the sports world is still shut down due to COVID-19 restrictions, the NWSL has already kicked off the season. Former NC State women's soccer star Tziarra King was finally able to make her debut with a goal in the 89th minute for the Utah Royals FC in a 3-3 draw.
King joins R. Cory Smith and James Curle on the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast to discuss her huge debut, how NC State helped shape her as a soccer player and the activism across the NWSL to help make a difference.
The COVID-19 pandemic has put an end to sports all across the country, but it's never too early to start looking ahead to the season. In the second part of our "double album" podcast edition with B.J. Barham of American Aquarium, we discuss the NC State football and basketball program.
What was Barham's most memorable moment as a Wolfpack fan? What are his thoughts on the upcoming recruiting classes? After attending every home game last season, what does he see for the future of NC State basketball and football?
The COVID-19 pandemic has put an end to sports all across the country, but it's hit the music industry especially hard. In the first part of our "double album" podcast edition with B.J. Barham of American Aquarium, we discuss his love of NC State and the band's newest album.
What went into releasing "Lamentations" during the pandemic? How did the album rise to the top of the Billboard charts? In what ways has NC State influenced his music throughout his career?
NC State's recruiting momentum continued to roll on Friday evening with the commitment of four-star defensive end Travali Price and long snapper/tackle Jayden Tate. Michael Clark and R. Cory Smith break down the two newest commits for the Wolfpack on the Pack Pride Podcast!
What does Price add to the 2021 class? How did the Pack pull the brothers out of North Lincoln? How will they both fit in with the program? Who's next for the 2021 class following yet another four-star commit?
After losing one of its top assistants in Takayo Siddle to UNCW, NC State brought Mike Summey back home. The newest NC State assistant joins James Curle and Cory Smith on this week's Pack Pride Weekly Podcast!
What led to Summey falling in love with NC State as a kid? How did his connection to Siddle lead to his hiring by Kevin Keatts? How much more passionate is Summey about recruiting to his alma mater? What are the difficulties of taking over as an assistant coach with the COVID-19 restrictions?
Summey discusses all those questions along with stories about Simon Harris, Julius Hodge, camping at NC State with Terry Gannon and why getting the job with the Wolfpack brought him to tears.
The Wolfpack continued to roll on the recruiting trail over the last week with two new commitments on the defensive side of the ball. Michael Clark and R. Cory Smith provide their thoughts on the latest commits in defensive back Nate Evans and linebacker Caden Fordham and what they mean to the 2021 class.
What led Evans to flip from Tennessee? What is Fordham's fit in the Pack's defense? Will the Pack continue to look at all three in-state linebackers? And, most importantly, who's next for State in the 2021 class?
After starting out his high school and college career in Raleigh, N.C., former NC State defensive back Juston Burris was drafted to the New York Jets in 2016. Following an up-and-down four years in the NFL, Burris signed with the Carolina Panthers this offseason to return to his home state.
This week on the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast (From Home), Burris joins James Curle and R. Cory Smith to discuss his NFL career so far, returning home, his time in Raleigh and how he's using his platform to work toward creating change.
When it comes to NC State football, Nate Irving is widely considered one of the best defensive players to ever suit up for the Wolfpack. Nate joined Cory and James on this week's podcast to discuss his time with the Pack and his life now.
Among the topics on this week's show, Nate talks about what led him to NC State, his time in the NFL, life as a high school coach and how closely he still keeps up with the program to this day.
Irving also touches on his thoughts on what needs to change in our country to end racial injustice. Irving dives deep into the topic that's the most pressing in our country right now.
NC State has landed its second 4-star recruit in the 2021 class with Micah Crowell making his commitment official. Michael Clark and Cory Smith break down what his commitment means for the Pack.
What does Crowell add to the 2021 class? How did the Pack pull him out of East Forsyth? How will he fit in with the program? Who's next for the 2021 class following Crowell?
Earlier this week, NC State landed two of its top offensive line targets in the 2021 class in a span of three days. Michael Clark and Cory Smith break down the new additions and what it means for the 2021 recruiting class.
What is the Pack getting in Jaleel Davis and Thornton Gentry? How will they help in recruiting fellow o-linemen in 2021? Who's next for State's class in 2021?
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When it comes to NC State legends, one of the most well-known players in the program's history is Julius Hodge. The former NC State star joined the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast to discuss his past with the Pack and his present as a coach!
What ultimately led Jules to committing to NC State? What are his thoughts on Kevin Keatts and the current program? What advice would he give to players testing the NBA waters? Hodge also gives a surprising pick in his Top 3 point guards of all time.
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Though there are still no live sports to talk about, the last week was packed with NC State news. Cory and James discuss the latest topics and dig into the mailbag from social media and the Pack Pride message boards.
Topics include the commitment of Aaron McLaughlin, hiring of Mike Summey for NC State basketball, Raina Perez committing to WBB, NC State's case going to the IARP and much more in the mailbag feature!
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On Thursday afternoon, NC State landed its top target at the quarterback position in Aaron McLaughlin. Michael and Cory breakdown the 4-star 2021 QB on the latest podcast.
How did the Pack land McLaughlin? How will he fit into Tim Beck's system? What will his connection with Porter Rooks mean for the future? What does his commitment mean for the rest of the 2021 class? We break all of that down and much more!
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Last May, A.J. Cole got an invite to the Raiders' rookie mini-camp with a chance to get an invite to fall camp. Cole blew away the competition that weekend, made the preseason roster and ultimately won the job as one of 32 punters in the entire NFL last year with Oakland.
The former NC State special teams star joined the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast with James and Cory to discuss his rookie season, preparation during the COVID-19 pandemic, his time with the Wolfpack, mission trips to Africa, supporting Kyle Bambard after the Clemson game in 2016 and much more!
With all of college sports shut down and recruiting in a dead period, creative teams all across the country have been busier than ever. Whether it's creating social content, graphics for recruits or tracking down creative pirates -- you know who you are -- Chanelle Smith-Walker has been working like crazy lately for the Wolfpack.
The Director of Creative Media for NC State Football joined the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast to discuss her position and its importance to the program as a whole. James and Cory also break down Josh Hall's departure, what next year's roster might look like and Will Shipley's decision to commit to Clemson.
Over the weekend, NC State football had two more former players taken in the 2020 NFL Draft. Defensive linemen Larrell Murchison and James Smith-Williams join the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast to discuss being selected by the Titans and Redskins, respectively.
Murchison and Smith-Williams talk with Cory and James about the grueling final day of the draft, how NC State developed them for the NFL, their new teams and much more on the podcast!
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On Sunday evening, NC State landed its highest commit in the 2021 class with wing Ernest Ross committing to the Wolfpack. Cory and Miles take a look at what Ross' commitment means for Kevin Keatts and his staff along with the entire 2021 class.
What does Ross bring to the Wolfpack in this class? How does he fit in with the current 2020 and 2021 commits? Which player will be next to commit to State in 2021?
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With the 2020 NFL Draft kicking off on Thursday evening, there's no better person to talk to about the development of NC State players than Dantonio Burnette. The former Wolfpack linebacker and current Assistant AD/Director of Strength & Conditioning for football joined the podcast to discuss the upcoming draft and strange offseason.
How are players working out during the pandemic? What does the Pack's draft success say about the program? How much input does Coach Thunder have when recruiting players?
Tim Peeler also joins as a co-host with Cory and James to discuss his latest NC State finds during the pandemic along with the upcoming draft.
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*Note: Coach Thunder's interview begins at the 38:15 mark in the podcast*
Despite the current dead period due to COVID-19, NC State has still been active on the recruiting trail. With four commits currently in the fold, the Wolfpack still has several of its top targets on the board.
Michael and Cory break down the Top 11 players still on the Pack's board, update where State currently stands for all of them, and discusses what the final class should look like overall.
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In these uncertain times, the lack of live sports isn't stopping NC State from making news. James and Cory are joined this week by Joe Giglio -- along with a special appearance by Dereck Whittenburg!
We discuss the current landscape of sports for the Wolfpack and all of college athletics, Joe's new gig and what the latest NCAA news means for the future of the Wolfpack basketball program.
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With the COVID-19 pandemic and restrictions forcing the Pack Pride Podcast to shoot remotely, we haven't recorded from Amedeo's in more than a month. So James and Cory joined our "regulars" on a Zoom video to discuss life in quarantine.
There's also some NC State discussion focusing on Josh Hall's decision to go through the NBA Draft process and the latest on NC State's NCAA case, but this week was about checking in on Wolfpack Nation.
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The NC State basketball season has been officially over for three weeks now. It's left a void in the lives of Wolfpack fans who had hopes of an NCAA Tournament run this year, but Cory Smith and Miles Masercola are here to help!
We opened up the mailbag to answer questions from subscribers in this Q&A podcast. What would an ideal starting 5 look like? How much will depth help Kevin Keatts run his system? Will there be any redshirts for the 2020-21 season?
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The season came to an unceremonious end for several winter and spring athletes, but NC State still put together a strong athletic year. James and Cory take a look back on the year and hand out their awards for several categories.
They make their case for awards such as Freshman of the Year, Senior of the Year, Female and Male Athlete of the Year, Overall MVP, Best Team and much more. And no ... not all of the picks were the same!
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At this point, we've all come to terms with the fact that the 2019-20 season isn't coming back for any sport. While it's a reality, it's still a tough pill to swallow for any senior athlete that fought so hard to get to the NCAA Tournament.
Former NC State point guard Aislinn Konig joins the Pack Pride Podcast to discuss the end of her career, her proudest moment in an NC State uniform, what the Wolfpack means to her and why she doesn't have any plans to stop playing basketball any time soon.
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After an insane week across the country and the sports world in particular, James Curle and Cory Smith discuss how the week affected NC State athletics. Whether it was the end of the men's and women's basketball seasons or what comes next, James and Cory cover it all!
What was it like being in Greensboro when the ACC Tournament was canceled? Why does the cancelation cripple a special season for both women's basketball and wrestling? How will this affect the baseball team, including players that might not return despite playing 17 games in 2020?
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On Thursday afternoon, the entire 2019-20 season came to an abrupt end as the NCAA announced the cancellation of the NCAA Tournament. Following the ACC Tournament, Cory and Miles take one final look back at the 20-12 campaign for the Wolfpack.
What do we make of the 2019-20 season overall for the Pack? Will seniors return to the team after not playing the conclusion of the year? How much potential does next year's squad have?
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NC State downed Pittsburgh with ease, 73-58, to advance in the ACC Tournament and likely put itself firmly inside the NCAA Tournament bubble. But what would a win over Duke on Thursday provide?
Miles and Cory take a look at what the win over Pitt means for the Pack, Devon Daniels' huge performance, preview the Duke matchup and the strange day across college basketball on the Postgame Podcast.
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NC State basketball finished the regular season firmly on the bubble, but will need another win to feel good about its chances. Miles and Cory take a look at the opener of the ACC tournament for the Wolfpack against Pitt before tipoff in Greensboro.
Just how critical is this game for the Pack's NCAA Tournament chances? Which players need to step up the most to topple Pitt again? How important will it be for State to punch Pitt in the mouth early to conserve energy for a potential run?
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Coming off a monumental weekend for NC State, James and Cory were joined by former Wolfpack running back Nyheim Hines to discuss everything from the WBB and wrestling ACC championships to the start of the ACC Tournament this Wednesday.
Hines also discusses his recruitment at NC State, favorite game with the Wolfpack, relationships with current players, NFL career and life as a Pack fan now that he's no longer with the program.
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Looking to sweep Duke in the season series, NC State got off to a strong start, but fell apart on both ends of the floor late in an 88-69 loss to No. 12 Duke. Cory and Miles take a look back on the loss as well as what State needs to correct against Wake Forest.
How much did the Blue Devils' zone hinder the Wolfpack's offense? What changed on the offensive glass from NC State's last win over Duke? Which players need to step up for the Pack to down Wake on Senior Night?
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NC State needed all 40 minutes to pull out a win over Pitt, but got exactly what it needed to move to 18-11 (9-9 ACC) on the season. Miles and Cory take one final look back at the win for the Wolfpack and preview the Duke matchup.
How special was Manny Bates' performance? What did NC State's ability to finish say about its growth down the stretch? Can the Pack complete the Duke sweep for the first time since 1994-95?
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Tuesday night was yet another deflating loss for NC State against a hapless UNC team by a final of 85-79. The Wolfpack had its chances to run away, but crumbled on the offensive glass and couldn't stage a late comeback to win the game.
Miles and Cory take a look back at the loss, including Markell Johnson's double-double, the domination on the boards and the moments that ultimately led to the loss for the Pack.
We also examine where NC State currently sits on the NCAA Tournament bubble and why the loss to UNC actually doesn't mean anything if State can take care of business at home down the stretch.
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Prior to NC State's latest Play 4 Kay Game against Duke, James and Cory shot a live podcast from Reynolds Coliseum. The guys were joined by former NC State star and WNBA player Kiara Leslie!
Leslie takes a look back at her time in Raleigh, what it was like being a first-round pick and what makes Wes Moore and the current WBB team so successful.
James and Cory also examine the last week for NC State -- including a Top 10 win over Duke -- along with the upcoming game against UNC.
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Despite playing yet another strong first half, NC State couldn't keep up with Florida State in the final 20 minutes to clinch a second straight Top 10 win. Miles and Cory take a look back at the outcome on the Postgame Podcast.
What happened on the boards in the second half? How much did foul trouble for D.J. Funderburk affect the game? Can the Pack fix its rebounding issues before facing UNC on Tuesday?
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Talk about a turnaround! Just three days after a deflating loss to Boston College, NC State trounces Duke at home by a final of 88-66 at home. Miles and Cory take a look back on the victory and what it means moving forward.
Just how good was Markell Johnson for the Pack? What led to State beating Duke on the boards? How critical is this win for the resume -- and what comes next?
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After a rollercoaster week for NC State Athletics, we felt it was necessary to bring on the one person who has been through it all -- NC State legend Dereck Whittenburg!
The former Wolfpack basketball star and current Associate AD discussed his days with the Pack, his current projects as a producer, the current NC State basketball squad and much more from Amedeo's!
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NC State wasn't able to escape Boston College with a win on Sunday despite an improved second half due to miscues down the stretch. Miles and Cory take a look back at the 71-68 loss in Chestnut Hill.
How significant the final call on the late turnover for the Pack's season? What happened to NC State's three-point shooting? Can the Pack repair its resume over the final six games before the ACC Tournament?
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NC State and Syracuse went into Tuesday night needing a win in the Carrier Dome to keep bubble talks alive. After the Wolfpack pulled out the 79-74 win, Miles and Cory broke down the victory on the Postgame Podcast.
How important was the play of Devon Daniels down the stretch? Despite not starting, how crucial was Markell Johnson's performance? What does this win do for the Pack's chances of making the NCAA Tournament?
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NC State put together a big week with crucial wins in men's and women's basketball and wrestling. Former Pack wrestling coach Bob Guzzo joined James Curle from Amedeo's to discuss the program and much more.
What does the UNC win mean for the wrestling squad? What does this week hold for the Pack? Guzzo and Curle take a look at it all!
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In desperate need of a win, NC State closed out strong against Miami for an 83-72 win despite battling through adversity again. Miles and Cory take a look back at the victory on the Postgame Podcast.
Is this the C.J. Bryce and Markell Johnson we've been waiting to see? What does this win say about the resiliency of the program? Can Manny Bates and Braxton Beverly keep up their offensive performances?
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RALEIGH, N.C. -- After two weeks off, the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast returned to Amedeo's on Monday night! James and Cory were joined by NC State basketball legend Chucky Brown, who discussed the past and present for the program.
Brown takes a look back at his time with the Wolfpack, reflects on the life and career of Kobe Bryant and talks about the current state of the Pack.
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With a huge opportunity against a sub-.500 team for the second time in three days, NC State fell to arch-rival UNC on Monday night. Miles Masercola and Cory Smith take a look back at the loss on the Postgame Podcast.
What went wrong inside the paint against Carolina? Where has the shot and/or confidence gone for C.J. Bryce? Can the Pack still turn things around with a tough February slate on the horizon?
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In one of the gutsiest wins of the Kevin Keatts era, NC State went into Charlottesville and pulled out a comeback victory. Miles and Cory break down the first road win at Virginia in more than a decade on the Postgame Podcast.
How significant of a win was this with two key players out? How important was this victory to get the monkey off Kevin Keatts' back in his home state? Can the Pack carry this win over into the weekend at Georgia Tech?
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NC State won convincingly over Miami, 80-63, on Wednesday night to extend its home winning streak to 10 games -- including two straight in ACC play. Following the victory, Cory Smith and Miles Masercola discuss the standouts from the game and where the Wolfpack stands moving forward.
When should State fans C.J. Bryce to return to form after getting back on the court? How has D.J. Funderburk's effectiveness changed the Pack's presence in the paint? What does State need to do to replicate this performance against Clemson?
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One week after he joined NC State Athletics as the Director of Content Strategy, Jeff Gravley joined the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast at Amedeo's with Cory Smith and James Curle.
What are his plans for the position with the Wolfpack? How big of a change has this been from working in traditional media for three decades? What are his thoughts on the current direction for the basketball and football programs?
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Needing an ACC win after dropping below .500 in conference play, NC State got just that over Notre Dame via a comeback victory. Miles and Cory pick apart the win as the Pack moves to 11-4 (2-2 ACC) on the season.
What did the huge outing from Markell Johnson and D.J. Funderburk in the same game mean for this team? How has the confidence of the frontcourt changed in the last few games? Will C.J. Bryce make his return to the lineup against Virginia Tech?
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NC State had an up-and-down week as a program with a home run hire for the football program, loss for the men's basketball team and two ACC wins on the women's basketball side. James Curle and Cory Smith take a look back at the week that was on the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast from Amedeo's.
How significant was the loss of C.J. Bryce for NC State against Clemson? What does the Tim Beck hire mean for the football program? Is Elissa Cunane on track for much more than two ACC Player of the Week awards?
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NC State dropped to below .500 in ACC play yet again with a deflating loss to a Clemson team that was previously winless in conference play. Miles Masercola and Cory Smith discuss the latest loss on the Postgame Podcast.
What happened on defense that allowed Clemson to put up 80-plus points? How much different is this team without C.J. Bryce? Can the Pack turn things around in the month of January?
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Days after news broke of Des Kitchings' release, NC State has already brought in former Texas OC Tim Beck to take over as offensive coordinator. Though the news isn't official -- yet -- Cory and Michael analyze the hire from every angle.
How significant of a hire was this for the Wolfpack? What does Tim Beck's track record say about his future? Will he carry his recruiting success from Austin to Raleigh? Does the Pack's personnel fit his system right away?
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With the new year on the way and NC State about to start ACC play, Chris Corchiani joined the Pack Pride Podcast along with James Curle and Cory Smith this week.
What makes Markell Johnson such a special point guard for NC State? What areas does the Wolfpack need to improve in ACC play? How will the Pack fare over the first five-game stretch in conference?
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NC State signees, commits and targets for the 2020 and 2021 classes showed out in a big way in the John Wall Holiday Invitational. After getting a chance to watch them in Raleigh, 247Sports Director of Recruiting Evan Daniels discusses what he witnessed at the event.
What were his thoughts on the Moravian Prep combo of Josh Hall and Shakeel Moore? What did Nick Farrar's 35-point outing do for his stock? Which players will be on the rise after the John Wall?
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With the holidays quickly approaching, James and Cory were joined this week by local NC State star James Smith-Williams. Just weeks after finishing his Wolfpack career, he reflects on his time in Raleigh and looks ahead to his bright future.
The interview with Smith-Williams starts at the 4:30 mark and takes at a look at his impact on and off the field, dealing with injuries and how he's training for a shot at the NFL. James and Cory also discuss the week for NC State basketball starting at the 35:00 mark.
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NC State fought hard against the No. 12 Auburn Tigers on Thursday night, but ultimately made too many mistakes down the stretch in a 79-73 loss on the road. Miles Masercola joins Cory Smith on the Postgame Podcast to take a look back at the second loss to a ranked opponent on the year.
Was Markell Johnson's great play on offense overshadowed by turnovers, fouls and poor free-throw shooting? Is C.J. Bryce the most consistent player on the roster? What can the Pack take away from the loss into ACC play?
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NC State locked down 17 new football signees for the 2020 class on the 2019 Early Signing Day. The Wolfpack got multiple big-name targets on both sides of the ball, but also missed out on some of the highest-ranked targets it was aiming to sign.
Michael and Cory take an in-depth look at several topics surrounding the 2020 class, including the impact of Ben Finley and Porter Rooks, rise of Davin Vann and what position groups the Wolfpack must target ahead of National Signing Day in February.
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With a range of topics to discuss, News & Observer writer Joe Giglio joins the Pack Pride Podcast to dive into the latest on both basketball and football. James Curle and Cory Smith take a look back at NC State's response to the Notice of Allegations from the NCAA, win over UNCG and the offseason for football.
Why did NC State opt to self-impose penalties in the response to the NCAA? How critical was Sunday's win over UNCG for the Wolfpack? What should State fans expect with the coaching staff before spring camp arrives?
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NC State needed a last-second heave from Markell Johnson to down UNC-Greensboro, but came away with a quality win nonetheless. Cory and Miles take a look back on the win and what it means for the season.
How crucial was that half-court shot by Johnson for the Pack's resume? What areas of improvement were glaring for State on Sunday? How much did the guard play carry the team against UNCG?
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Coming off two straight wins over Wisconsin and Wake Forest, NC State had more than one week off from action for exams. On Sunday, the Wolfpack will resume the regular season with a road matchup against UNC-Greensboro, a program that knocked off the Pack in Kevin Keatts' first year in Raleigh.
Jeff Mills of the Greensboro News-Record joins the pregame podcast to discuss the coaching job Wes Miller has done with UNCG, emergence of Isaiah Miller, loss of Kaleb Hunter and the defensive style that the Spartans run.
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This week's Pack Pride Podcast was an extremely busy one. With a football coaching hire, two big wins for men's basketball, a massive home victory for women's basketball, new commits and transfers for football and the release of the response to the Notice of Allegations, this week was packed with information!
James and Cory discuss all of the topics, hand out their three stars and offer a breakdown of the NOA response from NC State. Joe Giglio, who was initially scheduled to be on the podcast, will join the show next week!
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NC State jumped out to a big lead against Wake Forest and finished off a 91-82 win Saturday in its first road game of the year. Cory Smith and Miles Masercola take a look back at the dominant win in Winston-Salem.
What has changed offensively for the Pack since the loss to Memphis? How much would the lineup change if Jericole Hellems misses time? What is State up against in a week against UNCG?
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Needing a win at home to get back on track before a three-game road trip, NC State handled Wisconsin with ease in a 69-54 win. Cory and Miles take a look back on the win along with what it could mean for the month of December.
Is Jericole Hellems the most improved player on both sides of the ball for the Wolfpack? Was this the most complete game the Pack has played thus far? How crucial are the first three road games before ACC play?
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With the football season concluding on Saturday, it's time to look back on the year and look ahead to both men's and women's basketball. There was no more perfect guest than Ernie Myers to discuss all three topics!
Was the Dave Huxtable firing a sign of things to come this offseason? Will NC State men's basketball rebound with a win over Wisconsin Wednesday? Can the Pack women remain undefeated against No. 9 Maryland?
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NC State dropped it sixth straight game of the 2019 with a lopsided 41-10 loss to North Carolina at home to close out the season. Following the loss, Cory and Michael break down the game and take a look ahead at a pivotal offseason for the Wolfpack -- which starts this week.
What happened in the third quarter that led to another huge loss? Where does the Pack go at quarterback this offseason? What are the biggest areas where State needs to improve this offseason?
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NC State heads into its final game against UNC with no chance of landing in a bowl game for the first time in six years. The Wolfpack's lone hope of salvaging the season is by knocking off a Tar Heels team looking to earn bowl eligibility on Saturday in Carter-Finley Stadium.
Brant Wilkerson-New of Sports Illustrated's Heels Maven joins the podcast to discuss UNC, including whether or not Mack is truly "back," Sam Howell's freshman season and the Tar Heels' struggling secondary.
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Following a five-game winning streak after a season-opening loss, NC State travels to Brooklyn, N.Y. to take on Memphis in the Barclays Center Classic. Ahead of the huge non-conference test for both opponents, Christian Fowler of GoTigers247 joins the Pregame Podcast to discuss the Tigers.
How is Year 2 under Penny Hardaway different from his first season? What changes have the Tigers made since the suspension of James Wiseman and injury to Lester Quinones? How much does Memphis emphasize the uptempo, pressing style under Hardaway?
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Win or lose this week, NC State's football season will officially come to an end after playing UNC-Chapel Hill at home. But with a win, the Wolfpack would eliminate the Tar Heels from bowl eligibility to keep both teams in the Triangle this December.
Cory and James ride solo this week without a guest to give a full breakdown of the loss to Georgia Tech and the final game for the Pack. They also take a look at the upcoming Thanksgiving Day matchup for NC State basketball against No. 16 Memphis.
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NC State lost a fifth straight game on the season and dropped to 0-5 on the road with a baffling loss to Georgia Tech. Michael Clark and Cory Smith take a look back on the loss on the Postgame Podcast.
How crippling was the first half for the team to fight back from in Atlanta? What were the signs of progress in the second half despite coming up short? What is the mindset for NC State with one game remaining and no bowl hopes?
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With NC State's football season on the brink following a fourth straight loss, Cory and James are joined by Lauren Brownlow to discuss the Louisville loss, the final two games and wrap up the week for NC State basketball.
What are the biggest areas of concern for the Pack heading into Atlanta? How difficult will the short week be for the young roster? Why are the next two games so important for NC State basketball?
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NC State has landed consensus Top 50 small forward Josh Hall in the 2020 recruiting class! Following his commitment, Cory Smith and Miles Masercola break down what the commitment means for the Wolfpack along with the overall 2020 recruiting haul.
What do Moravian Prep teammates Hall and Shakeel Moore bring to the table? What will the fit be for each player in the 2020 class? Which players are due for a ratings bump if they put together strong senior campaigns?
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Despite a solid first half from its defense, NC State fell apart in the third quarter against Louisville in a 34-20 loss. Michael Clark and Cory Smith take a look back on the loss and what comes next in the Postgame Podcast.
How much are turnovers hurting any sort of progress for the Wolfpack offense? What happened to the defense in the second half? What does NC State need to do to rebound in a short week?
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RALEIGH, N.C. -- NC State is looking to turn things around after a three-game losing streak when Louisville comes to Raleigh on Saturday night. Michael McCammon of Cardinal Authority joins the Pregame Podcast to breakdown the Cardinals' quick turnaround this season under new head coach Scott Satterfield.
How personal is this game for former NC State offensive line coach Dwayne Ledford? What makes the 5-foot-9 duo of RB Javian Hawkins and WR Tutu Atwell so lethal? Where does the defense stand after allowing 45-plus points in three of the last four games?
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It's busy season for NC State Athletics with both football and basketball underway! Despite the rough results for football and a loss for men's basketball, we discuss why there's reason for optimism at the end of November.
Mark Wood of SportsChannel 8 joins Cory Smith and James Curle to take a look at the Clemson loss, the 1-1 start for men's basketball and hand out their three stars of the week!
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When it comes to forgettable games, Saturday night was one of the worst. Not only was NC State manhandled in the first half to go down 42-0 at the half, but more players were lost to injury on defense in the 55-10 lopsided defeat for the Wolfpack.
Cory and Michael take a look back on the offensive struggles, defensive issues and young players who showed fight all the way til the end. They also look ahead at the final three games and what needs to transpire for the Pack.
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NC State returns home for the first time in nearly one month against the toughest opponent it will face all year -- defending national champion Clemson. Matt Connolly of The State joins the Pregame Podcast once again to take a look at the Tigers ahead of Saturday's contest.
How pissed off is this Clemson team after being left out of the Top 4 of the College Football Playoff rankings? Has Trevor Lawrence settled in after a rocky start to the year? Is this year's Clemson defense even more potent than last season?
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After NC State held onto a lead or tie throughout the entire regulation on Tuesday evening, the Wolfpack fell in overtime to Georgia Tech by a final of 82-81.
Cory Smith and Miles Masercola take a look back on the loss, including what happened down the stretch, being shorthanded and the huge nights from C.J. Bryce and James Banks ... again.
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Welp, the beauty of shooting a live podcast is that sometimes things go wrong and there's no way of correcting it. That was the case on Monday night as the first portion was cut off, including a look back at the Wake Forest loss -- which was probably a blessing in disguise.
James Curle and Cory Smith were joined by former NC State safety Brandan Bishop at Amedeo's. Bishop discussed his growing pains as a young player, the adversity the current team is facing and much more.
James and Cory also take a look at the start of basketball season by the end of the show, highlighting what the Wolfpack must do to pull out a win over Georgia Tech.
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NC State fell to 4-4 (1-3 ACC) with another blowout loss on the road at Wake Forest on Saturday. Michael Clark and Cory Smith try to come to terms with the latest tough loss for the Pack.
How did Devin Leary look in his first start? What has happened to the Wolfpack defense after another 40-plus points allowed? What are the updated expectations for State with four games remaining.
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On this week's Pregame Podcast, Cory Smith is joined by Les Johns, Wake Forest editor for Demon Deacons Digest, to discuss the upcoming matchup between the Wolfpack and the Deacs.
Who can Wolfpack fans expect to see at quarterback for Wake? How strong is the Wake receiving corps? Can the Deacs' defense bounce back after losing its leader to injury?
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The Pack Pride Weekly Podcast had a special guest at Amedeo's this week as James Curle and Cory Smith were joined by former NC State quarterback and pitcher Terry Harvey!
James, Cory and Terry take a look back on his career with NC State in both baseball and football. All three also take a look at the the current season for NC State on the gridiron, what needs to be accomplished over the last five games and how past recruiting classes have shaped this team.
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With the NC State basketball season tipping off this Sunday with an exhibition against Mount Olive, Pack Pride pulled in a special guest every Wolfpack fan needs to know -- Pat Andree.
The grad transfer addition to the Pack discusses why he committed to NC State, his weight loss this offseason and why the NCAA Tournament is the only goal this year. Andree also answers a slew of rapid fire questions.
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On this week's Pack Pride Weekly Podcast, James and Cory are joined by media Swiss Army knife Abby Labar. The NC State, Carolina Hurricanes and college football reporter jumped on to discuss the Wolfpack's game against Boston College.
The talk also moves over to NC State basketball -- which tips off this Sunday with an exhibition against Mount Olive -- Abby's coverage of the UNC vs. Virginia Tech game and they all hand out their three stars from the loss in Chestnut Hill. Here's a hint: All three had Devin Leary on their lists.
NC State dropped its third straight road game and fell below .500 in ACC play Saturday afternoon against Boston College. Cory and Michael take a look back at the loss on the Postgame Podcast.
Does the Wolfpack have a definitive answer now at quarterback? What happened to NC State's rushing defense? Where does the Pack need to improve the most heading into the second bye week?
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On this week's Pregame Podcast, Boston College beat writer Tyler Calvarusso of Eagle Insider discusses the upcoming matchup with NC State with Cory Smith.
How much does Anthony Brown's loss impact the BC offense? What makes A.J. Dillon such a huge weapon? Why is BC struggling so much with pass rushing? Calvarusso breaks it all down with Pack Pride.
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The Pack Pride Weekly Podcast is back! NC State moved to 4-2 (1-1 ACC) on the season with a 16-10 win over Syracuse on Thursday night, so James and Cory take a look at the game -- and preview the Boston College matchup!
Did Bailey Hockman do enough to take the reins of the Wolfpack offense? How much have the defensive line and linebackers stepped up? How important will the run defense be against BC with A.J. Dillon in the backfield?
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NC State couldn't find much success offensively, but did just enough to come away with a 16-10 win over Syracuse Thursday night. Michael and Cory give their assessment of the offense and yet another strong performance from the defense.
How did Bailey Hockman perform in his first career start? Should Devin Leary have gotten more burn after one drive? How strong is this Wolfpack front line after getting 16 sacks and 25 TFLs in the last two games?
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NC State is back in action this Thursday when it hosts Atlantic Division rival Syracuse at Carter-Finley Stadium for a Week 7 showdown under the lights. Both teams head in looking to rebound from 3-2 starts to the season and hoping to climb their way back up the ACC standings.
Has Tommy DeVito turned his season around after two strong games? Will N.C. native Moe Neal go out with a bang in his final game against the Pack? What area can the Pack exploit against the Orange defense?
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You never know who will stop in on the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast! On Monday night, former NC State legend Tommy Burleson dropped in at Amedeo's Italian Restaurant and jumped on the podcast with James and Cory.
Burleson discussed the current team -- including his thoughts on Manny Bates -- and looks back on his career. Taylor Adams, the creator of ONE and Wolfpack Hustle also joins the show to talk about the show and what's coming next!
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The Pack Pride Weekly Podcast is back! Following NC State's 31-13 loss to Florida State, Cory and James steered the show in a different direction with special guest host Simon Harris, a former men's basketball player and current women's basketball assistant.
Simon discusses the new additions for the women's team, coaching under Wes Moore and what brought him back home to Raleigh. The guys also take a look at the loss to FSU and where the quarterback battle stands heading into a crucial matchup with Syracuse.
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NC State dropped its second straight road game and ACC opener Saturday night against Florida State. Cory and Michael take a look back at the loss on the Postgame Podcast.
Does the Wolfpack have a definitive answer at quarterback? What is wrong with NC State's offense? How much has the youth movement helped improve the defensive front?
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NC State finally opens up conference play on Saturday night with a critical matchup against Florida State in Tallahassee. For this week's Pregame Podcast, Josh Newberg of Noles247 joins the show to discuss the Atlantic Division rivalry.
What's the latest on James Blackman's injury? How has Cam Akers improved early on this season? What is the biggest strength of the Seminoles' defense? Will Bailey Hockman receive a positive reception during his homecoming game?
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Another week, another win for the Wolfpack. NC State now stands at 3-1 on the season after the 34-23 win over Ball State, but still has plenty of questions heading into conference play -- particularly under center.
James and Cory take a look at the QB situation heading into conference play. Tim Peeler also joins the show to discuss why Pack fans need to have some patience when it comes to this year's team.
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Somehow, someway, NC State came away with a win over Ball State. After two strong TD drives to close out the first half from a Matt McKay-led offense, the passing game accounted for just one total passing yard with him on the field in eight attempts.
So what were Michael and Cory's thoughts on the up-and-down performance from McKay? What do we make of the defensive unit that gave up 333 passing yards? Is this team ready for Florida State this coming Saturday?
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Coming off a humbling loss to West Virginia by a final score of 44-27 on the road in Week 3, NC State heads home looking to get back on track against Ball State. Beat Writer Jordan Guskey joins the Pregame Podcast to discuss the Cardinals ahead of Week 4.
What makes QB Drew Plitt one of the most productive passers in the country? Can the Pack's passing attack get right against the Cards' secondary? Will Ball State keep the game close or even pull off the upset?
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NC State vs. West Virginia was, well, not pretty -- on either side of the ball, to be honest. That's putting it mildly. While there is a lot of negativity in Wolfpack Nation about the performance, James and Cory take a larger look at where things stand and other news for the Pack.
What were Cory and James' thoughts on Matt McKay's performance? Why were the depth chart changes made to the defense? The guys also talk Cam Hayes' commitment, Pack Pros and much more!
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Well, that was ... something.
The Wolfpack went into Morgantown, W.V. to take on the Mountaineers with a chance of moving to 3-0 and earning somewhat of a statement win against a struggling team. Instead, NC State was throttled in the second half to fall in a 44-27 loss against West Virginia.
Cory and Michael dissect the loss, from the performance of Matt McKay to the red-zone defense against West Virginia.
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On this week's pregame podcast, Cory is joined by Chris Anderson, publisher of EerSports on the 247Sports network, to discuss the matchup between NC State and West Virginia.
What is the biggest weakness of West Virginia's offense? Who is the biggest bright spot for the defensive side of the ball? What is Chris' prediction for the game?
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On this week's episode of the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast, Cory and James are joined by a very special guest in former NC State defensive back and 12-year NFL veteran Dewayne Washington. The former first-round pick sticks around for the entirety of the show to discuss his career as well as the players he's coached now with the Pack.
Which assistant coach does Washington believe isn't getting enough credit? What's it like to watch his former players from Heritage succeed with NC State? What was Washington's proudest moment with NC State?
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The Wolfpack kept the party rolling with yet another resounding win over Western Carolina by a final of 41-0 on Saturday. However, it wasn't all perfect for the Pack, as Cory and Michael discuss.
In what areas did Matt McKay struggle early on? What does Zonovan Knight's breakout performance do for the running game? Who earned the offensive and defensive game balls?
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On this week's Pregame Podcast, Cory is joined by Michael Clark to discuss Western Carolina. Since we couldn't find a media member that covered the Catamounts, Michael offers his expertise from studying the team ahead of Saturday's matchup.
How difficult will it be to bottle up Preseason FCS All-American Tyrie Adams? What will the Pack need to shore up ahead of West Virginia? What's the latest on State's official visitor for this weekend?
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Cory and James are back for another installment of the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast!
On this week's episode, the guys are joined by Brand Activation Manager for New Belgium Chris Allen -- better known as the "Raleigh Beer Ranger" -- to talk about Old Tuffy. With the beer now on store shelves, at tailgates and sold in Carter-Finley Stadium, Allen talks about how the project came together, the impact for NC State and the reaction from the fan base.
The discussion then moves to the aftermath from the 34-6 win over ECU in Week 1 for the Wolfpack. With so many topics to touch on, Cory and James take a look at Matt McKay's performance, the new-look defense and start a new feature as we hand out our three stars from the victory!
NC State kicked off the 2019 football season the same way it finished the 2018 regular season -- with a dominant win over ECU. Cory and Michael take a look back on the 34-6 victory and how the Pack got to 1-0.
How good was Matt McKay's first start of his career? Why was the 3-3-5 defense so effective for the Pack? Who were the offensive and defensive MVPs?
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With the Wolfpack and Pirates kicking off in less than 48 hours, the Pregame Podcasts are back! This week, Stephen Igoe of Hoist the Colours joins R. Cory Smith to discuss the matchup with ECU.
Is Igoe buying into the hype Mike Houston is building for ECU? How much different will the Pirates offense look under Holton Ahlers? Who are the defensive standouts heading into Houston's first year?
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With the regular season finally kicking off on Saturday, Pack Pride concludes its annual positional preview for NC State football. Cory and Michael take a look at the secondary and special teams units for the 2019 season.
How much will the Pack lean on its seniors in the secondary? What will Chris Dunn do for an encore in 2019? How dynamic will the kick return game be? Jarius Morehead joins the show to discuss his growth with the Pack, improving the secondary and life after football.
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Welcome to the first edition of the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast! Shot live at Amedeo's, James Curle drives the ship along with Cory Smith providing analysis for numerous NC State topics ahead of Week 1.
Between the start of the 2019 season against ECU, Jacoby Brissett taking over as starting QB for the Colts and Matt McKay winning the QB battle for the Pack, there was plenty to talk about. Evan Sauer of Tailgate Guys also joins the show to discuss what they will bring to NC State tailgates this season.
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With fall camp finishing up this week, Pack Pride continues its annual positional preview for NC State football. Cory and Michael take a look at the linebackers and nickels for the 2019 season.
How deep is the linebacker group this year? What can Pack fans expect from a healthy Stephen Griffin? Isaiah Moore also joins the podcast to talk about his development, leadership style and relationship with Coach Thunder.
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With just over two weeks left before the start of the season opener, we're over halfway through with our positional previews for NC State. This week, Cory and Michael take a look at the trenches for the 2019 season.
Who are the players in line to start along the offensive line? How talented is the new-look defensive line? Larrell Murchison also joins the podcast to discuss his expectations and putting his city on his back.
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With fall camp in full swing, Pack Pride is rolling along with its annual positional preview for NC State football. Cory and Michael take a look at the wideouts and tight ends for the 2019 season.
How much of a leap can the three projected starters make? How deep is the slot for the Pack? Will Cary Angeline the be "safety valve" for the Pack's new QB? Emeka Emezie also joins the podcast to talk about his growth, leadership style and personal expectations.
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With fall camp firing up on Friday morning, Pack Pride is starting its annual positional preview for NC State football. Cory and Michael take a look at the quarterbacks and running backs for the 2019 season.
Who is the leader in the clubhouse heading into fall camp? How dynamic will the backfield be with two explosive tailbacks? Ricky Person Jr. also joins the podcast to talk about his health, leadership and expectations for his sophomore campaign.
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NC State football hosted some of the top talent across the state and the region Friday night during the Alpha Wolf Showcase. Cory and Michael were in attendance to provide a breakdown of the event.
They also take a look ahead at what to expect once fall camp opens on Friday morning. What are the biggest camp battles and freshmen to watch in camp? What is more important than football this week for Michael and his family?
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On Friday night, NC State will host its annual Alpha Wolf Showcase at Carter-Finley Stadium, featuring elite targets for the 2020, 2021 and 2022 classes! Cory and Michael take a look at the massive recruiting event on this week's podcast.
Who are the top targets expected to make the camp? How important is it for building future classes? Which commitments will be in attendance?
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Every year, the entire ACC collects in Charlotte for the unofficial kickoff to the football season. Pack Pride was on hand as the Wolfpack sent Dave Doeren and two players to represent the program.
What were the biggest takeaways from ACC Kickoff? Who performed the best at Life for Life? With one week until Alpha Wolf camp, Michael and Cory break down what to expect at the elite camp.
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On the final day of the Dave Doeren Football Camps, NC State hosted arguably two of the most important prospects in both the 2020 and 2021 class on campus. Cory Smith and Michael Clark take a look at the summer camps as a whole along with the impact of having 2021 QB Aaron McLaughlin and 2020 WR commit Porter Rooks on the field.
How significant was this past weekend for NC State's recruiting class? In what ways has Rooks helped shape the 2020 class and start building toward the 2021 circuit? Who's next for NC State in the 2020 recruiting cycle after the dead period?
Over the weekend, NC State hosted hundreds of high school athletes on campus, but the biggest story happened off the field. Four players committed over the course of four days -- wearing out the red light.
Cory Smith and Michael Clark break down each player who committed along with a look back at the start of Dave Doeren Football Camps. Note: This podcast was recorded before Ezemdi Udoh's commitment.
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The upcoming week is a busy one for NC State football when it comes to recruiting. Whether it's the start of summer camps or multiple important visits for the 2020 class, R. Cory Smith and Michael Clark take a look at myriad topics for the Pack.
Which visitors are expected for the Pack this coming week? Just how critical are the Dave Doeren Summer Camps for NC State? What will the month of June hold for the Pack20 class?
RALEIGH, N.C. -- On Friday at noon, No. 2 NC State will throw out the first pitch of the Greenville Regional against No. 3 Campbell. The Wolfpack will have to go through two of the toughest in-state teams in order to advance to the Super Regional.
Stephen Igoe of Hoist the Colours joins the Pack Pride Podcast break down the Pirates and take a look at the Camels. Cory Smith and Igoe take a look at the possible rotation for ECU, the big bats in the Pirates' lineup and how tough of an out Campbell will be.
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In less than 48 hours, NC State lost a commitment from a four-star recruit, missed on its top linebacker target then rebounded with a four-star offensive tackle. Cory Smith and Michael Clark take a look at the class so far and what all three recruits add for the Wolfpack.
How significant was was the addition of Austin Blaske for NC State's recruiting class? Is Georgia becoming a hotbed for Wolfpack recruiting? Who's next for NC State in the 2020 class?
With the 2019 NFL Draft just over 24 hours away, former NC State wide receiver Stephen Louis is hopeful he'll hear his name called. While it's more likely he'll have to wait to sign with a team afterward, Louis is ready to do whatever to make his NFL dreams come true.
In the latest Pack Pride Podcast, Louis discusses his NFL future, his thoughts on Kelvin Harmon and Jakobi Meyers and his comeback from a season-ending injury.
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With exactly one week left until the 2019 NFL Draft, NC State has a chance to place five or more players in the NFL for a second straight year. Will Brinson of CBS Sports joins the Pack Pride Podcast to discuss this year's class.
Where will each player land starting next Thursday? Is Garrett Bradbury a lock in the first round? How high can Kelvin Harmon go on draft day? What do these back-to-back classes say about Dave Doeren developing players for the next level?
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NC State hosted its annual Kay Yow Spring Game on Saturday, concluding the spring camp season with an emphatic statement about where the program stands. Cory and Michael break down the biggest takeaways from the weekend for the Wolfpack.
How did the trio of quarterbacks fighting for the starting gig look? Who were the offensive and defensive MVPs? How impressive were the early enrollees?
Saturday is the official end of spring camp for NC State football, which is punctuated by the 2019 Kay Yow Spring Game. Cory Smith and Michael Clark take a look at some of the biggest topics heading into the annual event.
Which quarterbacks do they expect to shine? Who will be the standout early enrollees? How big is this weekend for NC State football recruiting?
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In less than 48 hours, NC State landed three of its top recruits in the 2020 class in Joseph Johnson III, Aydan White and Nate McCollum. Cory Smith and Michael Clark take a look at the class so far and what all three recruits add for the Wolfpack.
How significant was this past weekend for NC State's recruiting class? Is the Wolfpack full at cornerback and how many more wideouts will the program take? Who's next for NC State in the 2020 class?
On Wednesday evening, NC State's 2018-19 season came to a halt as the Wolfpack's final shot fell short in the NIT Quarterfinals. State wrapped up a 24-12 season with a NIT run despite falling short for the NCAA Tournament, but heads into the offseason with a lot to look forward to for next year.
What happened in the loss to Lipscomb? What was the biggest factor in NC State missing the Big Dance? What does the future hold for the Pack after the 24-win season?
NC State hosted its annual Pro Day earlier this week, once again featuring a slew of potential NFL talent on hand in front of scouts and coaches from every team. Cory and Michael were both on hand to take in the event and break down the prospects on hand along with talk to Dave Doeren about his updated contract.
Who were the biggest standouts in the NC State Pro Day? Which under-the-radar players helped themselves the most? How does Doeren's contract extension help with program stability and recruiting future prospects?
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The Wolfpack missed out on the NCAA Tournament, but is making the most of its postseason in the NIT. Coming out of spring break, NC State football returned to the practice field this week with several battles still ongoing.
Michael and Cory break down the latest on the QB rotation and spring standouts. How important is the Pack's run in the NIT for Reynolds? What's the latest on the WBB team in the NCAA Tournament and baseball's red hot start?
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With NC State football heading into the ACC Tournament, the Wolfpack football team one week into spring camp, wrestling winning the ACC Championship and baseball remaining undefeated, it was a busy weekend in Raleigh. Cory Smith and Michael Clark discuss the most important topics surrounding the Pack on the latest Pack Pride Podcast.
Does NC State need one or two wins in the ACC Tournament to get off the bubble? Who stood out in spring camp? How important is NC State vs. FSU at Doak Field?
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With NC State football opened up spring camp, the Wolfpack basketball team's season winding down and several non-revenue sports winning in big ways, it was a busy weekend in Raleigh. Cory Smith and Michael Clark discuss the most important topics surrounding the Pack on the latest Pack Pride Podcast.
How impressive did the Pack football team look on opening day of camp? What does NC State need to do to lock in a spot in the NCAA Tournament? What has made the Pack 9's start so special?
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With NC State spring camp officially kicking off on Saturday, Cory and Michael take a look at what to watch for the Wolfpack. Just months after the end of the 2018 season, the Pack has a lot of spots to fill and names to know.
How will the new assistant coaches impact the position battles in camp? Who are the early favorites for Cory and Michael to win the QB job? Which early enrollees will make an instant impact?
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On this week's Pregame Podcast, Cory Smith is joined by Mike Waters, Syracuse beat writer for Syracuse.com and Syracuse Post-Standard, to discuss the upcoming matchup between the Wolfpack and the Orange.
How critical is the play of Tyus Battle to the success of the program? Where is Syracuse at in the development of this year's version of the 2-3 zone? Which freshman guard has played a critical role off the bench for the Orange in ACC play?
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With the baseball season exactly one week away, Aaron Fitt of D1Baseball joins Cory to discuss the start of NC State's season. The Wolfpack comes into the season outside of several preseason Top 25 lists -- including sitting just outside the D1Baseball rankings despite having three preseason All-Americans.
How important will the trio of Will Wilson, Patrick Bailey and Kent Klyman be for the Pack9? Which player needs to step up the most following the exits of Brock Deatherage and Brett Kinneman in the lineup? Who are some of the possible starters behind Reid Johnston in the rotation?
With the final National Signing Day for the 2019 in the rearview mirror, NC State has pieced together the No. 26 recruiting class in the country, according to 247Sports. The Wolfpack has now locked in a combined 12 four-star players -- six in each class -- by the 247Sports rankings and all at positions of need in the coming years.
Michael and Cory take a look at the final players added with Jordan Houston and Cecil Powell as the only true members of the 2019 class. What will transfers Levi Jones and Tabari Hines add for the future of the program? What's the situation with Delbert Mimms?
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On this week's Pregame Podcast, Cory Smith is joined by Brant Wilkerson-New, ACC writer for the Greensboro News-Record, to discuss the upcoming matchup between the Wolfpack and Tar Heels.
What can NC State fans expect to see from the streaking Heels offensively? Can the Pack find its mojo in Chapel Hill again after an embarrassing loss to Virginia Tech? Who are the biggest stars to watch for UNC?
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On this week's Pregame Podcast, Cory Smith is joined by Mike Barber, Virginia beat writer for the Richmond Times-Dispatch, to discuss the upcoming matchup between the Wolfpack and the Cavaliers.
What makes Kyle Guy such a special player in the UVA system? How has De'Andre Hunter changed the Hoos' offense as a starter? Why is this year's offense scoring as a much higher clip than Tony Bennett's first eight seasons in Charlottesville?
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On this week's Pregame Podcast, Cory Smith is joined by Michael McCammon, Louisville writer for Cardinal Authority, to discuss the upcoming matchup between the Wolfpack and the Cardinals.
What can Wolfpack fans expect to see from Jordan Nwora? How has Chris Mack turned the program around in less than one year? Which transfer guard has played the biggest role for the Cards in ACC play?
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NC State is off to a 13-1 start to the season, matching its best mark since the 1973-74 national championship campaign. With that in mind, Cory and Deuce break down the start to the year for the Pack.
How difficult was the come-from-behind victory over Miami? Which player has been the biggest surprise heading into ACC play? Can the Wolfpack pull off a Top 25 matchup against UNC for the first time in 30 years?
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NC State dropped to 9-4 (5-3 ACC) on the season after a 52-13 loss to No. 19 Texas A&M (9-4, 5-3 SEC) in the 2018 Gator Bowl. Cory and Michael take a look back on the final game of 2018 on New Year's Day.
Pack Pride breaks down the takeaways from the loss, how C.J. Riley and Brock Miller performed as well as a final season overview. We also provide a lookahead to the 2019 season -- which will see freshmen enrolling on Wednesday.
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On the final Pregame Podcast of 2018, Cory Smith is joined by Jeff Tarpley, Texas A&M beat writer for GigEm247, to discuss the upcoming matchup between the Wolfpack and the Aggies in the Gator Bowl.
What makes Kellen Mond special under center? How difficult is it to stop Trayveon Williams? How big of an impact will losing two defensive starters have for the Aggies?
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On this week's Pack Pride Podcast, Cory Smith and Michael Clark break down the complete early crop of signees for NC State.
Michael and Cory take a look at the stars and surprises on the offensive and defensive side of the ball. They also discuss what comes next -- including the status of Jamious Griffin and which positions the Wolfpack is targeting moving forward.
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On this week's Pack Pride Podcast, Cory and Michael break down the departures of both Eliah Drinkwitz and Dwayne Ledford. Where does this leave the program and what impact does it have on recruiting?
We also take a look at the recent additions of Porter Rooks and Ty Evans in the 2020 and 2019 recruiting classes, respectively. Both players add offensive weapons to each class, but what brought them to Raleigh? We discuss their recruiting journeys.
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NC State clinched a second straight nine-win season and secured a Gator Bowl berth following the 58-3 win over ECU on Saturday. Cory and Michael take a look back at the game in the latest Postgame Podcast.
Both guys break down their most memorable records or marks set in the game along with one final look at the 2018 regular season. Between the growth of the running game over the last several weeks and the passing game setting several season and career records, there was plenty to take away from Saturday's win over the Pirates.
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On this week's Pregame Podcast, Stephen Igoe of Hoist The Colours with the 247Sports network discusses the upcoming matchup between ECU and NC State with Cory Smith.
Which quarterback will start the matchup with NC State? Who are the biggest playmakers in the passing game? How much of an impact can AAC Defensive Player of the Year Nate Harvey have against NC State's offense? Igoe breaks it all down with Pack Pride.
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The training wheels are coming off! After multiple weeks of competing against non-Power Five opponents, NC State will travel to Madison, Wisc. to take on the Badgers in one of the toughest arenas to play in the entire country.
How has this team bounced back after a losing season in 2017-18 to become a Top 25 program through the first six games? What makes Ethan Happ one of the most talented big men in the country? Who is one of the biggest emerging stars for the Badgers early on?
On this week's Postgame Podcast, Cory and Michael discuss the overtime win over UNC for NC State for a third straight win in Kenan Stadium. The Wolfpack walked off with Reggie Gallaspy's fifth touchdown to move to 8-3 (5-3 ACC) on the season ahead of the season finale against ECU at Carter-Finley Stadium.
Who were Michael and Cory's picks for offensive and defensive MVP? How huge was the performance from Gallaspy in a historical sense for NC State? How important was the UNC win ahead of another in-state matchup against ECU?
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On this week's Pregame Podcast, Cory Smith is joined by Brant Wilkerson-New, ACC beat writer for the Greensboro News-Record, to discuss the upcoming matchup between the Wolfpack and the Tar Heels.
Who is expected to start under center? Will UNC look to pound the ball in the running game or try NC State's secondary? How big of an impact will Cade Carney have on the defensive side of the ball?
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On this week's Postgame Podcast, Cory and Michael discuss the win for NC State over Louisville. The Wolfpack left Cardinal Stadium with its first win over Louisville on the road in the most lopsided victory of the season at 52-10.
Who were the offensive and defensive MVPs in the rout on Saturday? What led to the Wolfpack unleashing its offense in the second half against Louisville? How much confidence does this team have heading into Chapel Hill on Saturday?
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On this week's Pregame Podcast, Jody Demling of Cardinal Authority with the 247Sports network discusses the upcoming matchup with NC State with Cory Smith.
How do dual-threat quarterbacks Jawon Pass or Malik Cunningham matchup with NC State? Who are the biggest playmakers in the passing game? Is the passing defense truly a strength for Louisville or just smoke and mirrors? Demling breaks it all down with Pack Pride.
On this week's Postgame Podcast, Cory and Michael discuss the loss for NC State against Wake Forest on Thursday. The Wolfpack was handed its third loss in the last four games, 27-23, against the Demon Deacons in Week 11.
Just how bad was the second half for the Wolfpack secondary? What areas did the NC State offense struggle the most? How can the Wolfpack get back on track with nine days to prepare for Louisville?
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On this week's Pregame Podcast, Cory Smith is joined by Les Johns, Wake Forest editor for Demon Deacons Digest, to discuss the upcoming matchup between the Wolfpack and the Deacs.
What can Wolfpack fans expect to see from Wake's new quarterback? How strong is the Wake running game? Can the Deacs' porous scoring defense keep up with the Pack's scoring offense?
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On this week's Postgame Podcast, Cory and Michael discuss the dominant win for NC State to remain undefeated at Carter-Finley Stadium. The Wolfpack dismantled the Seminoles, 47-28, to move to 6-2 (3-2 ACC) on the season ahead of a Thursday night matchup against Wake Forest later this week.
Who were Michael and Cory's picks for offensive and defensive MVP? How explosive is this offense when it has balance from Ricky Person and Reggie Gallaspy? How important was the FSU win with a short week before facing Wake?
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On this week's Pregame Podcast, Cory Smith is joined by Josh Newberg, FSU beat writer for Noles247, to discuss the upcoming matchup between the Wolfpack and the Seminoles.
Who is expected to start under center? Will FSU be capable of finding a running game? How big of an impact will Brian Burns have on the defensive side of the ball?
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On this week's Postgame Podcast, Cory and Michael discuss the loss for NC State in the Carrier Dome. The Wolfpack was handed its second straight loss, 51-41, against Clemson in Week 9.
What is going on with the Wolfpack secondary? How was 41 points and career-high nights from Finley and Harmon not enough? How can the Wolfpack get back on track heading home to face FSU?
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On this week's Pregame Podcast, Cory Smith is joined by Syracuse beat writer Stephen Bailey of Syracuse.com to discuss the upcoming matchup between the Wolfpack and the Orange.
What does he believe Syracuse will do at quarterback with two signal-callers? Why is the defensive line one of the best units on the team? Will the Orange be without their starting corners due to injury?
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On this week's Postgame Podcast, Cory and Michael discuss the blowout loss for NC State in Death Valley. The Wolfpack was dealt its first loss of the season, 41-7, against Clemson in Week 8.
Were there any bright spots for either side of the ball? What areas need to improve the most moving forward? How can the Wolfpack get back on track to set the program record for wins in the regular season?
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On this week's Pregame Podcast, Cory Smith is joined by Matt Connolly, Clemson beat writer for The State, to discuss the upcoming matchup between the Wolfpack and the Tigers.
How different is the offense with Trevor Lawrence under center? What makes Travis Etienne one of the most explosive running backs in the country? Who will be matched up with Kelvin Harmon in Death Valley?
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Six weeks into the 2018 season, NC State is 5-0 (2-0 ACC) for the first time since the 2003 season and has a bye leading up to a huge showdown with Clemson. The Wolfpack heads into Death Valley healthy and ready to compete for the Atlantic Division crown, but how did we get here?
Cory and Michael take a look back on the start of the 2018 season ahead of the last weekend off until December. Who has been the biggest surprise for the Wolfpack thus far? Which position groups have performed the best (outside of wide receivers, of course)? Do we need to update our final record predictions after seeing what the rest of the ACC looks like?
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On this week's Pack Pride Podcast, Cory Smith sits down with Torin Dorn of the NC State basketball team. Dorn is entering his fourth year with the team and third year on the court for the Wolfpack.
Leading up to the start of the season, Dorn discusses playing for three different head coaches, gelling with the new players and what he's learned under Kevin Keatts in one season. We also do rapid fire questions to learn more about the senior guard.
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NC State clinched a fifth straight win to open up the season and starts 2-0 in ACC play with a 28-23 win over Boston College. Cory and Michael take a look back at the game in the latest Postgame Podcast.
Both guys break down their offensive and defensive MVPs along with one final takeaway from the game. Between the growth of the running game and one breakout defensive player, there was plenty to take away from Saturday night's win over the Eagles.
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On this week's Pregame Podcast, Boston College beat writer Tyler Calvarusso of Eagle Insider discusses the upcoming matchup with NC State with Cory Smith.
What makes A.J. Dillon such a huge weapon and will he be able to play? Who are the biggest playmakers in the passing game? Who are the defensive players to watch at critical positions? Calvarusso breaks it all down with Pack Pride.
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On this week's episode of the Pack Pride Podcast, Cory Smith is joined by 247Sports' national basketball recruiting analyst Evan Daniels to discuss the recent commitment of Jalen Lecque.
What does Lecque's athleticism bring to the 2019 recruiting class? Will Lecque be a one-and-done player? Is NC State an immediate competitor in the ACC for the 2019-20 season? Cory and Evan break it all down here!
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NC State clinched a fourth straight win to open up the season and starts 1-0 in ACC play with a 35-21 win over Virginia. Cory and Michael take a look back at the game in the latest Postgame Podcast.
Both guys break down their offensive and defensive MVPs along with one final takeaway from the game. Between the growth of the running game and several stars along the defensive line breaking out, there was plenty to take away from Saturday night's win over the Cavaliers.
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On this week's Pregame Podcast, Virginia beat writer Mike Barber of the Richmond-Times Dispatch discusses the upcoming matchup with NC State with Cory Smith.
What makes transfer QB Bryce Perkins so lethal? Who are the biggest playmakers in the ground and passing game? Who are the defensive players to watch at critical positions? Barber breaks it all down with Pack Pride.
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Coming off a second straight 37-20 win over Marshall to conclude the home-and-home series for NC State, Michael and Cory take a look back at the game.
Both guys break down their offensive and defensive MVPs along with one final takeaway from the game. Between the health of the wideouts and the kicking game, there was plenty to take away from Saturday night's win over Marshall.
On this week's Pregame Podcast, Marshall beat writer Grant Traylor of The Herald-Dispatch discusses the upcoming matchup with NC State with Cory Smith.
How effective has freshman QB Isaiah Green been thus far? Who are the biggest playmakers in the passing game? Who are the defensive players to watch at critical positions? Traylor breaks it all down with Pack Pride.
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On this week's Pack Pride Podcast, Cory Smith and Michael Clark are joined by Josh Newberg of Noles247 to talk about the commitment of Bailey Hockman to NC State.
The Florida State transfer will join the Wolfpack in the 2019 class, but what does he bring to Raleigh? We break it all down from Josh's perspective after covering Hockman then Cory and Michael analyze what he brings to the Pack's quarterback room.
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On this week's Postgame Podcast, Cory and Michael take a look back at NC State's Week 2 victory over Georgia State. The 41-7 game featured huge performances from multiple players, but still left some question marks on both sides of the ball.
Who was the offensive player of the game? Who was the defensive player of the game? What are the biggest areas that need to improve before West Virginia? The guys break it all down on the Postgame Podcast.
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On this week's Pregame Podcast, Ben Moore of PantherTalk.com with the 247Sports network discusses the upcoming matchup with NC State with Cory Smith.
How does dual-threat quarterback Dan Ellington matchup with NC State? Who are the biggest playmakers in the passing game? Will the entire defensive line be healthy when the Panthers head to Raleigh? Moore breaks it all down with Pack Pride.
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NC State moved to 1-0 after a season-opening win over FCS powerhouse James Madison on Saturday at Carter-Finley Stadium. Despite a career-high performance from Jakobi Meyers and a strong outing from Ryan Finley, James Madison kept the game close all afternoon.
Cory and Michael break down the game with a look at both sides of the ball, the top offensive and defensive players from the game.
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On the final preseason Pack Pride Podcast, Cory and Michael are joined by Joe Giglio of The News & Observer to discuss the upcoming NC State season. The roundtable discussion takes a look at the over-under for Ryan Finley, Darian Roseboro and the team wins as a whole for the 2018 campaign.
Cory and Michael also wrap up the position analysis with a look at the linebackers and cornerbacks following the release of the two-deep depth chart.
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On the first edition of the Pregame Podcast for the 2018 football season, Cory Smith is joined by Greg Madia of the Daily News-Record. Madia covers James Madison football for the paper and offers his expertise about the program ahead of the season opener against NC State this Saturday.
Who will be under center for the Dukes? How potent is the running back trio for James Marshall? Who are the players to watch on the defensive side of the ball? And most importantly, what does he think the final result will be?
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On this week's Pack Pride Podcast, Cory and Michael discuss the players who have helped themselves the most in Pack Camp and look ahead to the regular season. They also break down the running backs and tight ends groups for the 2018 campaign.
Darian Roseboro also joins the program for an exclusive interview with Abby Labar. Roseboro discusses his return to the team for his senior season, his thoughts on the defensive front and how the passing of his father helped shape him as a player and a man.
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On this week's Pack Pride Podcast, Michael and Cory discuss two players they each feel are standing out in Pack Camp thus far. They also take a look at where the Wolfpack stands at the safeties and nickel positions with just over two weeks left before the season starts.
Former All-American kicker Marc Primanti also joins the show to talk about his time at NC State. Primanti also breaks down Chris Dunn and his thoughts on the criticism of kickers on social media by college football fans.
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On this week's Pack Pride Podcast, Cory and Michael take a look at the first week of Fall Camp and where the Wolfpack stands. At the end of the show, the guys also break down two of the top positions for NC State with a look at the quarterbacks and wide receivers.
Former NC State linebacker Nate Irving also joins the show to discuss Wolfpack football. A former linebacker with the Broncos, Irving talks about Bradley Chubb's fit and his expectations for the Pack this coming season.
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On the latest Pack Pride Podcast, Cory and Michael break down both the Alpha Wolf Showcase and offer a lookahead to the 2018 NC State football season with analysis of the offensive and defensive line positions.
Sandwiched in between the two segments is an exclusive interview with Earl Wolff. The former NC State safety discusses his time with the Wolfpack, where he's at now ahead of the NFL season and his expectations for NC State football this fall.
Wolff also gives his take on NC State's recent string of recruiting classes and how much recruiting has changed since he committed to State one decade ago. Listen to the entire podcast below and make sure to subscribe on iTunes, the Google Play Store or find us on Spotify by searching for the "Pack Pride Podcast" under the podcasts tab.
On this week's Pack19 Podcast, Cory and Michael preview the upcoming Alpha Wolf Showcase. With tons of recruits from the 2019 and 2020 classes expected to flood into Carter-Finley Stadium this Friday, Pack Pride takes a look at some of the biggest names on the list.
But it's not all about the targets in each class, the current commits will also be in Raleigh for the Alpha Wolf. What role will the commits play on Friday? Where does NC State stand with some of the 2019 and 2020 classes? Find out more on the Pack19 Podcast!
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On this week's Pack19 Podcast, Cory Smith and Michael Clark take a look at the recent commits for NC State in the last week. With elite talent in Zonovan Knight, Joshua Harris and Khalid Martin joining the fold, we analyze what it all means for the recruiting class and program as a whole.
Is NC State wrapped up at each of the positions? Who's next for NC State when it comes to the 2019 class? How unprecedented is this year's class for the program? Cory and Michael break it all down on the podcast.
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On the latest Pack Pride Podcast, Cory sits down for an exclusive interview with NC State guard C.J. Bryce. The former UNCW standout sat out a full season and is eager to finally hit the court this coming winter.
Bryce discussed what he's worked on during his season off, his development under Kevin Keatts, taking on a veteran role on a young team and a lightning round to get to know the new face for the Wolfpack.
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On the latest Pack Pride Podcast, Editor R. Cory Smith is joined by a very special guest in former NC State quarterback Roman Gabriel. Commonly known as the founding member of "QBU," Gabriel has his name forever enshrined in the NC State Hall of Fame.
Cory and Roman discuss the current campaign to get him in the NFL Hall of Fame, his legacy at NC State and his thoughts on the current members of QBU in the NFL. Listen to the podcast below and subscribe on iTunes, the Google Play Store or find us on Spotify by searching "Pack Pride Podcast."
On the latest Pack19 Podcast, Pack Pride editor Cory Smith and football analyst Michael Clark discuss the newest commitments for NC State football.
How huge are the commitments of C.J. Clark and Ikem Ekwonu for the 2019 class? What it mean for Kam Walker to blueshirt this season? Who will be next for the Wolfpack's star-studded recruiting class?
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Following Savion Jackson's commitment, Pack Pride Editor R. Cory Smith and football analyst Michael Clark take a look at the overall impact for NC State in the 2019 class, the updated depth chart at defensive end and what his impact will be as a recruiter.
Will Jackson bring in more top talent for the Pack? How special is the 2019 class shaping up to be? Who is next for the Pack19 class? Listen to the full podcast below and subscribe on iTunes, the Google Play Store or search for the "Pack Pride Podcast" on Spotify.
On the latest Pack Pride Podcast, Editor R. Cory Smith sits down for an exclusive interview with NC State Athletics Director Debbie Yow. Among the topics in the first podcast, we discuss:
- Importance of upgrading facilities -- including Doak Field
- Projects on NC State's bucket list
- Possible retirement date; pride in where program stands
- Involvement in search for the next AD?
- Balancing success of revenue sports compared to Olympic sports
- Thoughts on ACC wanting to expand NCAA Tournament, transfer rules
- Beer and wine sales coming to Carter-Finley?
- Will there be additional parking for football season?
- What does the future of NC State look like?
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On the latest Pack Pride Podcast, Editor R. Cory Smith sits down for an exclusive interview with NC State Athletics Director Debbie Yow. Among the topics in the first podcast, we discuss:
- Overall success of the program
- First-year head coaches making postseason
- Kevin Keatts' quick turnaround for men's basketball
- Importance of keeping Dave Doeren at NC State
- Football developing players for NFL; impact on recruiting
- ACC officials -- enough said
- Impact of social media on job as an AD
- Power 5 revenue and ACC Network impact
- Importance of upgrading facilities -- including Doak Field
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On the latest Pack19 Podcast, Cory Smith and Michael Clark break down the most recent commitment for NC State in 2018 linebacker Drake Thomas. The Heritage standout made his commitment at his high school on Friday and Pack Pride was on scene.
Cory and Michael analyze the fit for Thomas with the program, the current depth at the linebacker position and what he means as a recruiter for the program moving forward. Listen to the podcast below and subscribe on iTunes, the Google Play Store or find us on Spotify by searching "Pack Pride Podcast" now!
On the latest football recruiting podcast, R. Cory Smith and Michael Clark break down the latest additions to the Pack 19 class. With Jamious Griffin entering the fold, we take a look at the upcoming depth chart at RB and who he compares to, and analyze the addition of Jaylon Scott.
We also look ahead to Friday's commitment announcement for 4-star tight end Luke Deal and where the Wolfpack stands with just days remaining. Listen to the full podcast below, subscribe on iTunes or the Google Play Store or find us on Spotify by searching "Pack Pride Podcast."
On the latest Pack Pride Podcast, Editor R. Cory Smith and basketball analyst Chris Corchiani Jr. break down the latest moves for NC State basketball. Between the additions of Sacha Killeya-Jones, Eric Lockett and Wyatt Walker, the Pack has a large influx of new faces coming to the program.
We also discuss the loss of Saddiq Bey and what to expect in the Josh Level Classic this coming weekend. Listen to the full podcast below and subscribe on iTunes, Google Play Store or Spotify today!
With the 2018 NFL Draft completely wrapped up, Cory and Michael take a look at the full list of NC State players drafted and undrafted free agent pickups. Who has the best chance to make an instant impact? Which player was the best fit?
We also analyze the 2019 potential draft class and stock for high-profile players like Ryan Finley and Darian Roseboro. Will Kelvin Harmon enter the draft after his junior season? Can NC State top the program-record seven picks from the 2018 crop?
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On this week's loaded Pack Pride Podcast, Cory and Michael discuss the upcoming 2018 NFL Draft. With the potential for seven or more players from NC State being selected, we break down the possible historic implications for the program.
Will Brinson also joins the show to discuss Bradley Chubb, NC State's player development and Ryan Finley's stock for next year. Nyheim Hines also sits down to break down his draft prep, teams who have shown interest and his Fortnite skills.
On this week's football recruiting podcast, Cory and Michael focus on NC State targets who stood out at the Elite 11 camp. With both offensive and defensive players being analyzed, Michael breaks down which players are both sides of the ball put together strong performances.
We also take a look at which Pack prospects could be next to pull the trigger and commit in the coming months. Listen to the full podcast below and subscribe on iTunes or the Google Play Store.
Earlier this week, NC State received its fourth commitment in the class of 2019 with Hough DB/Nickel Jalen Frazier. Editor R. Cory Smith and football analyst Michael Clark break down the newest commit and what he means for the program.
We also take a look back at the NC State spring camp, the development of Ryan Finley and Maurice Trowell as a starting cornerback. Listen to the full podcast below and subscribe on the iTunes or Google Play Store now!
Following the NC State Spring Game, Cory and Michael take a look back at which players stood out, who stepped up and much more from Saturday's game at Carter-Finley Stadium.
On the latest Pack Pride Podcast, Cory and Deuce discuss the huge month of March for NC State. With multiple individual national champions, two top-five finishes and a baseball team that continues to rise in the rankings, we take a look at all of the Pack's achievements.
At the 22-minute mark, NC State guard Devon Daniels joins the show to talk about his expectations for the upcoming season and how he prepared during his season off the court.
We're just days away from the 2018 NC State Spring Game on Saturday, April 7 at Carter-Finley Stadium. R. Cory Smith and Michael Clark break down which position groups and players to watch in the live scrimmage.
We also take a look at the recruiting angle and a few big names that are expected to be on campus for the big weekend.
On the latest football recruiting podcast, Cory and Michael discuss Pack Pride's first 2019 mock class release. With more than 15 players in the opening mock class, there is a wealth of talent that could be heading to Raleigh.
Where would the class rank if State lands every target? How good of a spot is the Pack in with Savion Jackson? How beneficial can the Spring Game be for recruiting? We break it all down on the Pack2K19 Podcast.
On the latest Pack Pride Podcast, Cory and Deuce break down the release of Omer Yurtseven from NC State. Yurtseven will pursue a professional career or transfer to another program after being granted his release by Kevin Keatts.
Will Yurtseven actually transfer to another program? What impact did Yurtseven have on his time in Raleigh? We take a look at everything on this week's podcast.
On the latest football recruiting podcast, Cory and Michael take a look at NC State's huge Friday practice filled with in-state recruits. That practice led to a commitment from 6-foot-4 wideout Chris Toudle, which we break down for NC State fans.
Finally, Michael offers a look at some of the most talented players to watch who have been trending toward the Wolfpack recently.
Following NC State's loss to Seton Hall in the 2018 NCAA Tournament, Cory and Deuce take a look at what went wrong for the Wolfpack in Wichita, Kansas.
We also look back on the turnaround season as a whole in Kevin Keatts' first year with the Pack along with a lookahead to the future of the program with the current players coming back and incoming freshmen and eligible transfers getting playing time next year.
Following the 2018 NCAA Tournament Selection show, Cory and Deuce discuss NC State earning the No. 9 seed and the upcoming matchup with No. 8-seeded Seton Hall in Wichita, Kansas.
The guys also break down the overall Midwest Region bracket and the potential for a matchup with No. 1 Kansas if the Pack prevails over Seton Hall. And is the Wolfpack in the "Bracket of Death" in this year's March Madness?
Following NC State's loss in the 2018 ACC Tournament, Cory and Deuce break down what went wrong for the Wolfpack after the 91-87 defeat in Brooklyn.
We also take a look at the likely seeding for the Pack in the NCAA Tournament and areas where Keatts' squad needs to improve heading into March Madness.
Saturday's win over Louisville capped off a 21-10 (11-7 ACC) season for NC State under first-year head coach Kevin Keatts. Cory and Deuce take a look at the win and what it means in the grand scheme for the Wolfpack basketball program.
We also take a look ahead at what the No. 5 seed means for NC State and what the route to Saturday would potentially look like.
On the latest Pack Pride Podcast from The Players' Retreat, Cory and Deuce discuss the recent four-game winning streak for NC State basketball with the ACC and NCAA Tournaments rapidly approaching.
NC State offensive coordinator Eli Drinkwitz also joins the show to discuss the return to spring camp, Ryan Finley returning, the 2018 recruiting class, replacing a lot of offensive production and more.
Following the Wolfpack's 10th ACC victory of the season over No. 25 Florida State, Cory and Deuce break down the crucial home win. NC State never trailed in the contest and thoroughly dominated the Seminoles for a fourth-straight win in ACC play.
We take a look at how the Pack pulled away from the Noles and take a look at what the win means moving forward along with a look at the hot shooting of Kevin Keatts' first team.
On the latest Pack Pride Podcast from The Players' Retreat, Deuce and Cory discuss the recent wins over Syracuse, Wake Forest and Boston College for the NC State basketball team. At 9-6 in conference play, we break down how important the victories were for the NCAA Tournament resume.
We're also joined by Omer Yurtseven from the Dail Basketball Center prior to the matchup with Wake Forest. Yurt talks about his breakout season and why he ultimately stayed with NC State under first-year head coach Kevin Keatts.
With the 2019 class beginning to get more in focus for the Wolfpack, Editor Cory Smith and football recruiting analyst Michael Clark take a look at some of the top defensive targets for NC State.
The Pack is taking a look at two of the top linebackers in North Carolina and could be eyeing a packaged deal with one of them. Clark also shares one player that is quickly being made a priority ahead of spring practices.
On this week's Pack Pride Podcast, Ben McCauley joins the guys from The Players' Retreat. The former Wolfpack forward discusses his time with NC State, overseas and the time he's spent with the current players and staff throughout the last several months.
Cory and Deuce also discuss the last week for NC State with the basketball team handed two tough losses and recapping National Signing Day for the Wolfpack.
It's extremely early in the process of recruiting the 2019 class, but there are already a few offensive players standing out for NC State. With one commit already in offensive lineman Timothy McKay from Wakefield, Cory and Michael discuss a duo of running backs and McKay's commitment on the latest recruiting podcast.
Following the best recruiting class for NC State during the Dave Doeren era, Michael Clark and Cory Smith analyze the latest signees with Taiyon Palmer, Derrick Eason, Cary Angeline and Val Martin all joining the Pack on National Signing Day.
They also take a look at some of the superlatives for the 2018 class with a look at the earliest contributors and possible diamonds in the rough moving forward.
NC State's incoming defensive backfield crop could get a little more crowded this Wednesday during National Signing Day with the possibility of adding four-star corner Taiyon Palmer. But following the early National Signing Day, Steve Williams offers his take on the current players heading to Raleigh this season.
With the likes of De'Von Graves and Tyler Williams likely moving to the defensive side of the ball full time and the addition of four more corners in the fold, listen to the full podcast for a complete breakdown of the position.
On the latest podcast with Chris Corchiani Jr. and Chris Corchiani, the two discuss the recent win over UNC and the upcoming matchup with Notre Dame this weekend.
They also discuss the toughest atmospheres they've played in, the biggest standout for NC State at the start of ACC play -- outside of the obvious Omer Yurtseven -- and the Wolfpack's chances at making the NCAA Tournament with nine games left in conference play.
Two positions of need this coming up season are undoubtedly the middle of the defense and place kicker. Luckily, the Pack has some of the top prospects in the country coming in at both with the likes of Payton Wilson, Calvin Hart and, of course, Chris Dunn.
Will Wilson redshirt? Can Hart carve out a role right away? Is Dunn already handed the place-kicking role? Steve Williams breaks down both positions and expectations moving forward on the latest PACK2K18 Podcast.
On the latest Pack Pride Podcast from The Players' Retreat, Cory and Deuce offer their analysis following the Wolfpack's huge win over UNC in Chapel Hill. With the Wolfpack moving to 15-7 (5-4 ACC), the guys break down where the team currently stands and how the Pack is overachieving as February approaches.
Nyheim Hines also joins the show to talk about his decision to head to the draft, his preparation for the NFL and reflect on his time at NC State.
Steve Williams takes a look at the current crop of signees along the defensive line for the 2018 class. With local names like Alim McNeill and Joseph Boletepeli coming in and JUCO transfer Joe Babros expected to make an immediate impact, Steve breaks down everything NC State fans need to know.
On this week's Pack Pride Podcast from The Players' Retreat, Cory and Deuce are joined live by NC State wrestling coach Pat Popolizio and talk to Jaylen Samuels from San Diego prior to playing in the Senior Bowl.
We also discuss the previous week for NC State, including the Wake Forest win, controversial ending against Miami and Kentavius Street and Devin Leary's standout performances in the Shrine Game and Polynesian Bowls, respectively. The guys also discuss the upcoming Pitt and UNC matchups for the Pack ahead of a huge week on the road for the basketball team.
In the latest recruiting podcast, Steve Williams breaks down the incoming offensive line signees for the Pack. Whether it's Jalynn Strickland, Kahric Belle or in-state prospect Gabriel Gonzalez, NC State has a wealth of size coming to Raleigh in the trenches.
On this week's Pack Pride Podcast at The Players' Retreat, Cory and Deuce discuss the wild week in NC State Athletics that included a win over Clemson, Nyheim Hines, Will Richardson and Jalan McClendon departing the football team and the upcoming games against Wake Forest and Miami.
Former Wolfpack safety Shawn Boone also joins the show to discuss his time in Raleigh and preparation for the 2018 NFL Draft.
Steve Williams gives his breakdown of the incoming wide receivers for the 2018 class, including local wideout Devin Carter and another New Jersey athlete in Jasiah Provillon. Keep checking back for more from the PACK2K18 Podcast with more analysis to come!
Pack Pride breaks down the full football class of 2018 in a position-by-position podcast. In the first podcast, Steve takes a look at the backs, featuring Army All-American running back Ricky Person, Elite 11 quarterback Devin Leary and more talented players in the upcoming class.
On this week's Pack Pride Podcast from The Players' Retreat, Cory and Duece discuss an eventful week for NC State that included a win over No. 2 Duke in basketball, Ryan Finley's return and a huge performance from Ricky Person in the Army Bowl.
Pack Pride covers it all, along with Person himself joining the podcast fresh off the airplane before his first classes at NC State.
After a huge Sun Bowl win to finish the year at 9-4 overall, Editor R. Cory Smith takes a look at the 2017 season for NC State football and takes a look ahead at what Wolfpack fans should look forward to this offseason and next fall.
On the final edition of the Pregame Podcast for the 2017 season, Chris Karpman of Sun Devils Source joins the podcast to discuss the matchup with Arizona State in the Sun Bowl. Karpman discusses the versatility of quarterback Manny Wilkins, both sides of the ball for ASU and where the team currently stands with its head coach fired and offensive coordinator already leaving the team.
On this week's podcast, Carlos Rodon and Elliott Avent join Editor R. Cory Smith live from The Players' Retreat to discuss everything baseball -- Wolfpack and White Sox. Whether it's the battles between Rodon and Avent when Rodon didn't want to come out of games, the camaraderie of NC State baseball or life after playing for the Pack, everything is discussed in this week's podcast.
Following the signing of 21 players on the first ever early National Signing Day, Cory and Steve break down what the haul looks like for NC State. Which position saw the most growth? Which player has the highest expectations? Who is the underrated player with the most upside? The Pack Pride crew breaks it all down for the No. 22 class in the country.
On this week's Pack Pride Podcast from The Players' Retreat, our recruiting blowout episode includes Steve Wiltfong and Evan Daniels of 247Sports.
Wiltfong and Daniels break down both NC State football and basketball recruiting classes, respectively, along with national headlines, which players will make the most immediate impact and more as both classes are nearly wrapped up.
On this week's Pack Pride Podcast from The Players' Retreat, former NC State basketball star Tom Gugliotta joins Cory and Deuce to discuss playing in the Old Barn, Jim Valvano and longevity in the NBA as a 13-year veteran.
Cory and Deuce also take a look back at a wild week for NC State athletics between football and basketball making headlines nationally.
Following the signing of a new contract that will keep NC State head coach Dave Doeren in Raleigh for at least the next five years, Cory and Steve Williams discuss what this means for the program. With focus on angles such as recruiting, returning juniors/graduates and what it means for the continuity of coordinators, Pack Pride covers every angle for Wolfpack Nation.
On this week's Pack Pride Podcast, Cory and Deuce are joined by guest host Patrick Kearney, a football manager, to discuss the Wolfpack's win over UNC and what the environment was like on the field.
Michael Clark, 247Sports' regional recruiting analyst for football in this region, jumps on to talk about the Pack's pursuit of Payton Wilson and thoughts on the impact of the 2018 class.
Chris Corchiani Sr. and Chris Corchiani Jr. lead the show to break down how the early season has been going for the NC State men's basketball team. We look ahead to the Penn State vs. NC State game this Wednesday for the Big 10/ACC Challenge. Deuce also gives updates on how former NC State players are doing in the current NBA season.
For the final Postgame Podcast of the 2017 regular season, Pack Pride Editor R. Cory Smith breaks down the 33-21 win over North Carolina behind Nyheim Hines' record-setting performance. With the bowl season approaching, Cory also takes a look at the end of the season for the senior class along with evaluating whether Ryan Finley should stay or go given his entire body of work this year.
On this week's Pregame Podcast, Cory discusses the UNC matchup with Brant Wilkerson-New of the Greensboro News-Record. Brant writes about the entire ACC, giving him a larger perspective of the huge rivalry matchup and how the two teams' seasons have unfolded heading into Saturday.
On this week's Pack Pride Podcast live from The Players' Retreat, former Wolfpack quarterback and pitcher Terry Harvey joins Cory and Deuce to discuss NC State football's season, his thoughts on Ryan Finley and where the team goes from here.
This basketball season, Deuce and Papa Corch will be providing Wolfpack fans with previews of what's to come for NC State basketball. This week, they take a look at the Battle 4 Atlantis, which starts with a huge test against No. 2 Arizona on Wednesday night.
Following NC State's 30-24 loss to Wake Forest, Pack Pride Editor R. Cory Smith discusses the heartbreaking loss and the response to Emeka Emezie's goal line fumble from the player himself and his teammates.
Conor O'Neill of the Winston-Salem Journal joins Pack Pride Editor R. Cory Smith for the Pregame Podcast prior to the NC State vs. Wake Forest showdown.
Conor discusses the explosive Wake offense, John Wolford's transformation and the Deacs' struggling defense. Get ready for the in-state clash with Wake's beat writer.
Before he exits the NC State beat, Joe Giglio of the News & Observer joined the Pack Pride Podcast to reflect on his years covering the Wolfpack, his thoughts on the future of the basketball program and his history on the beat.
With the discussion running a little long this week, Cory and Deuce quickly do a rundown of the last week in basketball recruiting and look back one last time at the BC win.
Following NC State's 17-14 win over Boston College, Editor R. Cory Smith breaks down the Wolfpack's seventh victory of the year, players of the games and more in this week's postgame podcast from Chestnut Hill.
Leading up to the first of two Atlantic Division road games, Editor R. Cory Smith spoke with Boston College beat writer Rich Thompson about the matchup.
Whether it was the Eagles’ massive turnaround since a 2-4 start, A.J. Dillon’s success at tailback or the potent defense, Thompson touched on a little bit of everything in the Pregame Podcast. Also a beat writer for the Patriots, Thompson shared his thoughts on a former Wolfpack player making a huge impact for New England since exiting Raleigh.
On this week's Pack Pride Podcast from The Players' Retreat, Cory and Deuce are joined by assistant men's basketball coach A.W. Hamilton. They discuss the upcoming season, what it's like to play and coach under Kevin Keatts, the Braxton Beverly situation and much more.
The guys also read through the subscriber's mailbag, take a look back at Clemson and a quick preview of Boston College prior to this Saturday's game.
On this week's Postgame Podcast, Editor R. Cory Smith takes a look at the Wolfpack's 38-31 loss to Clemson Saturday at Carter-Finley Stadium. While the ACC Atlantic Division might very well be out of grasp, Cory points out why there is still hope for a strong season in Raleigh with this group.
Prior to Saturday's matchup against No. 4 Clemson, Editor R. Cory Smith discusses the de facto ACC Atlantic Title matchup with Anna Hickey of Clemson247. Whether it's the differences with Kelly Bryant under center or what makes the Tigers' defense great, everything is covered here with a focus on the upcoming matchup.
On this week's podcast, Cory and Deuce are joined by Stephen Louis of the NC State football team. Louis discusses the 2017 season for the football team, the upcoming Clemson matchup and much more about his time with the Wolfpack.
Cory and Deuce also breakdown the Notre Dame loss, basketball recruiting news and give a quick glimpse at the Clemson game prior to the Pregame Podcast with a Clemson writer later this week.
Our latest live podcast from The Player's Retreat features Vinny Sheehan and Chris Corchiani. Vinny shares with us his love of NC State athletics, memorabilia and opens up about his campaign to get Roman Gabriel in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The Corchiani's then share a father-son interview about hoops, reflect on the past and look ahead to what Kevin Keatts' system will look like in the coming years.
This week's Pregame Podcast focuses on one of the biggest games in recent NC State memory on the road against Notre Dame. Prior to the showdown between the No. 14 Pack and No. 9 Irish, we spoke with Pete Sampson of Irish Illustrated about some of the biggest questions going into Saturday.
Pack Pride football recruiting analyst provides his take on the recruiting scene following a strong start from NC State this season. While the Wolfpack didn't receive good news on a top target Sunday night, it continues to blaze the recruiting trail at the top of the Atlantic Division heading into Notre Dame on Saturday.
National recruiting analyst for Scout.com Brian Snow joins the show with Chris Corchiani Jr. to break down the recruiting trail for NC State basketball.
The Pack Pride Podcast will be back at the Players' Retreat next Monday for their regular length podcasts to get ready for NC State's critical matchup in South Bend vs Notre Dame.
Former NC State & long time NFL cornerback Dewayne Washington joins the show. Washington is currently the head coach of the undefeated Heritage High School (NC) Football team.
Cory Smith breaks down NC State's victory vs Louisville last week and what to expect for this weekends matchup vs Pittsburg. Chris Corchiani Jr. delves on the topic of basketball recruiting scenarios for NC State.
Pack Pride Editor breaks down NC State's first win between two ranked opponents at Carter-Finley Stadium in 25 years and first 3-0 start in 15. Also a quick look ahead to Pittsburgh as the Wolfpack enjoys a 48-hour rule with the 10-day break.
Leading up to Thursday's game against No. 17 Louisville, Pack Pride Editor R. Cory Smith discussed the matchup with Inside The Ville Publisher Mike Hughes. Topics include the dual-threat abilities of Lamar Jackson, crucial injuries for the Cardinals and his final prediction for the primetime matchup in Carter-Finley Stadium.
On this week's live podcast from The Players' Retreat, former Wolfpack center BeeJay Anya joins the show to discuss his career and relationship with the current staff.
We were also joined by Thomas Carr, the director of basketball operations for the men's basketball team to talk about the season starting soon and where he ranks on the staff as a ping pong player.
Of course, we also broke down the Syracuse win a little further, took a look at bball recruiting and preview the Thursday night showdown with Louisville.
NC State is off to a 2-0 start in ACC play for the first time in 11 years after a 33-25 win over Syracuse at Carter-Finley Stadium. Editor R. Cory Smith takes an in-depth look at the win, the stars of the game and a quick look ahead to Thursday night's matchup with No. 17 Louisville.
NC State opens the home portion of its ACC schedule with a Syracuse team looking to turn the corner after an up-and-down start to the season. Stephen Bailey, lead beat writer for Orange football at Syracuse.com, joined the Pack Pride Podcast to discuss the confidence of Cuse coming into Raleigh, what makes Eric Dungey so effective as a dual-threat quarterback and his prediction for Saturday in Carter-Finley Stadium.
Our second live podcast from The Players' Retreat featured appearances by former Wolfpack guard Ralston Turner and current football manager Patrick Kearney.
Turner gives us a glimpse into what he's doing now, reflects on his time with the basketball program and what life is like during a year off after transferring into a school.
Kearney travelled with the football team to Tallahassee and was on the field during the program's upset win over Florida State. He gives us a first-hand look at what took place and helps guest host the podcast as we look ahead to Syracuse.
Pack Pride Editor R. Cory Smith breaks down the Wolfpack's upset victory in Tallahassee during the first postgame podcast
For our first show from The Players' Retreat, Cory and Deuce brought in Will Brinson of CBS Sports and Chris Combs of The Wolfpack Club.
Brinson discussed his thoughts on how NC State's quartet of former QBs performed in Week 2 and which Wolfpack players have the most NFL potential.
Combs, who was diagnosed with ALS in May 2016, spoke about how the NC State community has wrapped its arms around him and his family prior to the Hope Gala taking place on Friday, Sept. 29.
This week on the Pack Pride Podcast, Cory and Deuce discuss the recent recruiting visits for NC State football and the Sanderson vs. Heritage showdown with Michael Clark of Scout.com. Alec Lower also joins the show to discuss BassPack -- NC State's three-time national champion bass fishing team. The guys also discuss the Week 2 win over Marshall, preview Furman and Chris gives a look at some of the biggest basketball recruits from the weekend.
This week on the Pack Pride Podcast, Cory and Deuce are still reeling from the Wolfpack's season-opening loss to the Gamecocks. But it's time to wipe the slate clean and look ahead to Saturday's home opener against Marshall, so we brought in Grant Traylor of the Herald-Dispatch to discuss the Herd.
Ahead of the season opener against South Carolina, Cory and Deuce were joined by Joe Giglio of the News & Observer to discuss Wolfpack football and J.C. Shurburtt of The Big Spur to talk about the Gamecocks. We also close out the positional preview with skill position players (QB/WR/RB/TE) with just days remaining before they take the field.
Cory and Chris are joined by Stephen Tulloch from Philadelphia (apologies for the audio issues); Chris takes a look at the latest recruiting news in basketball and Cory breaks down the linebackers and defensive backs in this week's podcast
This week on the Pack Pride Podcast, Terry Harvey joined Cory and Chris to discuss his history at NC State, the current team and Dave Doeren's golf game. We also had new staff member Daniel Lacy join and breaking down the trenches for the Wolfpack football team
Pack Pride's football recruiting analyst provides his take on several topics surrounding the NC State football program along with myriad recruiting updates through the middle of August.
Cory and Deuce take a look at the football Media Day and the basketball team's trip to Italy. Then we're joined by Wolfpack great Nate Irving, who opines about his NC State days and his ongoing disdain for UNC. We close it out with the first positional breakdown of special teams leading up to the football season opener in less than one month.
With two new contributors to Pack Pride, host Steve Williams formally introduces R. Cory Smith and Chris Corchiani Jr.
In our latest podcast we discuss NC State's latest commitments and the recent Wolfpack camp sessions. Where does Teshaun Smith best project? What about Tyler Williams? Which prospects recently visited the Wolfpack? We answer those questions and much more!
In our latest podcast we discuss NC State's latest commitments, Devin Hayes, Trent Pennix, and Daevon Robinson, and the recent Wolfpack camp sessions. Where does NC State stand with Alim McNeill? Who could commit next? Which prospects recently visited the Wolfpack? We answer those questions and much more!
On our latest podcast we discuss 2018 point guard Jamie Lewis picking NC State. What was the biggest factor in his decision? How will he fit in Kevin Keatts' system? What did he think of his visit to Raleigh?We answer those questions and much more!
On our latest podcast we interview Devon Daniels about his decision to transfer from Utah to NC State. What was the biggest factor in his decision? How will he use his sit-out year? What did he think of his visit to Raleigh? Daniels answers those questions and much more!
On our latest podcast we interview C.J. Bryce about his decision to transfer from UNC Wilmington to NC State. What was the biggest factor in Bryce's decision? How will he use his sit-out year? What did he think of his visit to Raleigh? Bryce answers those questions and much more!
On our latest podcast we interview NC State guard Terry Henderson about the NCAA's decision to deny him another year of eligibility. James and Rob discuss the loss of Henderson, the NCAA's decision, what's next for Henderson, and much more!
In today's episode we take an in-depth look at NC State center Omer Yurtseven electing to return to school for his sophomore season. Was it a tough decision? How does the move benefit Yurtseven? How does he fit the Kevin Keatts system? What about Ted Kapita? We discuss those topics and much more on the latest podcast!
In today's episode we take an in-depth look at NC State basketball. The Wolfpack recently landed a commitment from grad transfer Sam Hunt and is pursuing traditional transfers Devon Daniels and C.J. Bryce while awaiting the pro decisions of Omer Yurtseven and Ted Kapita. We discuss those topics and much more on the latest podcast!
In our latest podcast we discuss NC State's latest commitment, Clayton (NC) wide receiver Devin Carter, and other topics related to Wolfpack football recruiting. Where does NC State stand with Alim McNeill? Who could commit next? Which prospects recently visited the Wolfpack? We answer those questions and much more!
NC State announced on Thursday that Baylor grad transfer Al Freeman has signed with the Wolfpack. We discuss Freeman's impact, other potential upcoming moves by NC State, and much more on the latest podcast!
Tight ends Thaddeus Moss and Pharoah McKever have announced they are transferring from NC State. We announce their decisions, the current roster, and much more on the latest podcast!
Sophomore wing Maverick Rowan announced this week that he would be leaving NC State. We discuss Rowan's decision, the current roster, and much more on the latest podcast!
NC State received a commitment over the weekend from four-star point guard Lavar Batts. We discuss the Batts commitment, the current roster, and much more on the latest podcast!
In today's episode, we discuss NC State football. We preview Saturday's 2017 Kay Yow Spring Game, which will be played at 1:00 pm in Carter-Finley Stadium. What will the format be for this year's game? Who are some players to watch? We answer those questions and much more!
In today's episode, we discuss NC State hoops. We take an in-depth look at Dennis Smith declaring for the NBA Draft. Was it the right decision? What type of a year did Smith have? How much blame should he take for the team's failures? We answer those questions and much more!
In today's episode, we discuss NC State hoops. We take an in-depth look a the Kevin Keatts press conference. What did he say that stood out? Which players attended? What were their thoughts on the hiring? We answer those questions and much more!
In today's episode, we discuss NC State hoops. We take an in-depth look at the Wolfpack naming Kevin Keatts as head coach. What led to the Keatts hiring? Who else was in the mix? Will it impact the current roster? We answer those questions and much more!
In today's episode, we discuss NC State hoops. We take an in-depth look at the Wolfpack's search for a new hoops coach. Has the focus narrowed? Is Archie Miller still in the mix? Is there a timeframe for a hiring? We answer those questions and much more!
In today's episode, we discuss NC State hoops. We take an in-depth look at the Wolfpack's search for a new hoops coach. Who are the perceived top targets? Who is a sleeper? Is Archie Miller an option? We answer those questions and much more!
In today's episode, we discuss NC State hoops. We look back at the win over Georgia Tech, preview Saturday's game against Virginia, and briefly update the Wolfpack's hoops coaching search.
NC State has fired Mark Gottfried. We discus the firing and much more on the latest podcast!
We look back at the loss to North Carolina and the Gottfried situation on the latest podcast!
We look back at NC State's 2017 football recruiting class with Pack Pride Recruiting Analyst Steve Williams on the latest podcast!
Pack Pride talks NC State football recruiting and interviews Scout.com Recruiting Analyst Brian Dohn on the latest podcast!
In today's episode we discuss NC State's upcoming game against Georgia Tech and the Pack's recent play. How has Mark Gottfried done with this team? What is working for the Wolfpack? We answer those questions and much more!
We discuss NC State's loss to North Carolina and tonight's game against Boston College on the latest podcast!
We discuss NC State's win over Virginia Tech and Saturday's game against North Carolina on the latest podcast!
We discuss NC State's loss to Miami and tonight's game against Virginia Tech on the latest podcast!
We look back at NC State's win over Vanderbilt in the 2016 Independence Bowl on the latest podcast!
Pack Pride previews NC State's game against Vanderbilt in the Independence Bowl on the latest podcast!
We discuss NC State freshman center Omer Yurtseven and his potential impact on the latest podcast!
We talk in-depth about NC State's performance in the Paradise Jam in the latest podcast!
We look back at the loss to Boston College and discuss the football program on the latest podcast!
We discuss NC State's football commitments with Pack Pride Recruiting Analyst Steve Williams on the latest podcast!
In today's episode we discuss the upcoming game against Wake Forest. We look at NC State's strengths and weaknesses heading into the game, and preview the Demon Deacons with Demon Deacon Digest Publisher Les Johns.
Pack Pride previews NC State's upcoming game against East Carolina on the latest podcast!
Pack Pride recaps NC State's season opener against William & Mary on the latest podcast!
In today's episode we discuss the upcoming game against William & Mary. We look at NC State's strengths and weaknesses heading into the game, and we also go in-depth on the Tribe with Daily Press writer David Teel.
Pack Pride's Rob McLamb speaks with Pack Pride publisher James Henderson about NC State's specialists in this episode, our final position preview heading into the 2016 season.
Pack Pride's Rob McLamb speaks with Pack Pride publisher James Henderson about NC State's defensive backs in this episode, our ninth position preview heading into the 2016 season.
Pack Pride's Rob McLamb speaks with Pack Pride publisher James Henderson about NC State's linebackers in this episode, our eighth position preview heading into the 2016 season.
Pack Pride's Rob McLamb speaks with Pack Pride publisher James Henderson about NC State's defensive ends in this episode, our seventh position preview heading into the 2016 season.
Pack Pride's Rob McLamb speaks with Pack Pride publisher James Henderson about NC State's defensive tackles in this episode, our sixth position preview heading into the 2016 season.
Pack Pride's Rob McLamb speaks with Pack Pride publisher James Henderson about NC State's offensive linemen in this episode, our fifth position preview heading into the 2016 season.
Pack Pride's Rob McLamb speaks with Pack Pride publisher James Henderson about NC State's tight ends in this episode, our fourth position preview heading into the 2016 season.
Pack Pride's Rob McLamb speaks with Pack Pride publisher James Henderson about NC State's wide receivers in this episode, our third position preview heading into the 2016 season.
Pack Pride's Rob McLamb speaks with Pack Pride publisher James Henderson about NC State's running backs in this episode, our second position preview heading into the 2016 season.
Pack Pride's Rob McLamb speaks with Pack Pride publisher James Henderson about NC State's quarterbacks in this episode, our first position preview heading into the 2016 season.
We discuss NC State's four recent gridiron commitments with Pack Pride Recruiting Analyst Steve Williams on the latest podcast!
We discuss NC State's summer camps with Pack Pride Recruiting Analyst Steve Williams on the latest podcast!
In today's episode we take an in-depth look at NC State basketball. The Wolfpack had a productive month of June after landing signatures from four-star prospects Markell Johnson and Ted Kapita. We discuss the moves and much more on the latest podcast!
Pack Pride talks with Scout.com National Basketball Recruiting Analyst Brian Snow on the latest podcast!
Pack Pride discusses Abdul-Malik Abu and BeeJay Anya returning to NC State on the latest podcast!
Pack Pride talks with Scout.com National Recruiting Director Evan Daniels on the latest podcast!
We discuss NC State landing postgrad transfers Ryan Finley and Joseph Scelfo on the latest podcast!
We discuss five-star center Omer Yurtseven signing with NC State, and much more, on the latest podcast!
In our latest podcast we interview Wolfpacker Ernie Myers about his playing career, visiting the White House, and much more!
We discuss Quitman (MS) combo forward Darius Hicks signing with NC State, and much more, on the latest podcast!
We discuss Abdul-Malik Abu's future, the hiring of Heath Schroyer, and much more on the latest podcast!
NC State announced on Tuesday that hoops assistant Bobby Lutz has assumed the new role of Special Assistant to the Deputy Athletic Director for External Operations. We discuss this move for Lutz, what it means for NC State basketball, who might fill his spot on the staff, and much more on the latest podcast.
The 2016 Kay Yow Spring Game will be held tomorrow and we preview the game. We talk about the quarterbacks, offensive line, some keys to the game, potential breakout players, and much more on the latest podcast.
We discuss NC State landing commitment from Matt McKay and Raven Saunders, the needs in the 2017 class, recruiting tailbacks, and much more with Pack Pride recruiting analyst Steve Williams on the latest podcast!
We talk with Raleigh (NC) Wakefield quarterback and recent NC State commitment Matt McKay on the latest podcast!
We discuss Caleb and Cody Martin's decision to transfer from NC State on the latest podcast!
We discuss Cat Barber's recent decision, and Abdul-Malik Abu declaring for the draft on the latest podcast!
We discuss NC State's ACC Tournament performance, Cat Barber's upcoming decision, the Pack's future, and much more on the latest podcast!
We discuss Cat Barber's inclusion on the All-ACC team and the upcoming 2016 ACC Tournament on the latest podcast!
We discuss NC State landing a commitment from Thad Moss, the impending decision from Kelvin Harmon, Carlos Becker, and much more with Pack Pride recruiting analyst Steve Williams on the latest podcast!
Pack Pride discusses NC State's hiring of Eliah Drinkwitz as offensive coordinator on the latest podcast!
Pack Pride discusses NC State's dismissal of Matt Canada as offensive coordinator on the latest podcast!
In today's episode we discuss the upcoming bowl game against Mississippi State, with this segment focusing solely on the Bulldogs. We look at Mississippi State's strengths and weaknesses with DawgsBite.com Editor David Murray.
We discuss Dexter Lawrence's commitment to Clemson, the Wolfpack's recent commitments, and much more with Pack Pride recruiting analyst Steve Williams on the latest podcast!
James and Rob discuss NC State's 4-3 start on the hardwood. Who has impressed? Who needs to step up? Should any changes be made?
We discuss C.J. Riley's commitment to NC State, the upcoming Myles Dorn decision, and much more with Pack Pride recruiting analyst Steve Williams on the latest podcast!
We take a look back at NC State's loss to North Carolina and discuss much more on the latest podcast!
We take a look back at NC State's win over Syracuse and Dave Doeren's comments from his weekly press conference on the latest podcast!
We discuss the fallout from the Bam Adebayo decision and also check in with Pack Pride recruiting analyst Steve Williams about football recruiting on the latest podcast!
We take a look back at NC State's first two hoops games of the season and the Florida State loss on the latest podcast!
In our weekly recruiting podcast we interview Pack Pride Recruiting Analyst Steve Williams on a variety of topics, and we also check in with Scout Regional Recruiting Analyst Michael Clark on NC State targets and commitments.
In this episode we take a final look at NC State's bye week... what did the Wolfpack need to work on offensively and defensively? We also look at some potential depth chart changes, talk injury updates, and break down Dave Doeren's weekly press conference.
Pack Pride takes a look back at the loss to Virginia Tech and checks in with former Wolfpack safety Earl Wolff on the latest podcast!
James and Rob preview Friday's game against Virginia Tech with TechSideline.com Managing Editor Chris Coleman.
James and Rob talk football recruiting with Pack Pride Recruiting Analyst Steve Williams.
Pack Pride takes a look back at the loss to Louisville and breaks down Monday's press conferences on the latest podcast!
Pack Pride talks with recruiting analyst Steve Williams and Scout.com National Recruiting Director Evan Daniels on the latest podcast!
James and Rob preview Saturday's game and discuss South Alabama with Jaguar beat writer Mike Herndon of the Mobile Press Register.
James and Steve discuss their top sleepers in recruiting at NC State in our new "Tales from the Trail" segment, and we talk in-depth with Jamison on a variety of topics, from recruitments when he was at NC State to some of the Pack's current targets in Florida.
James and Rob recap Saturday's win over Old Dominion and discuss Monday's press conference. They also announce the Pack Pride Performers of the Week.
Rob and James interview NC State five-star point guard commitment Dennis Smith and talk with Scout.com National Recruiting Analyst Rob Harrington about Smith and NC State's basketball recruiting.
Rob and James break down NC State's 35-0 win against Eastern Kentucky on Saturday. State will take on Old Dominion next week in Norfolk, Va.
Tune in to hear comments from head coach Dave Doeren, defensive tackle BJ Hill and offensive tackle Will Richardson.
In this week's episode we answer questions from subscribers in our mailbag feature, and we also interview Pack Pride Recruiting Analyst Steve Williams. James and Rob grill Williams on a variety of football recruiting topics, from five-star defensive tackle target Dexter Lawrence to the Wolfpack's increased focus on recruiting the state of Virginia.
James and Rob recap NC State's 49-21 win over Troy in the season opener for the Wolfpack.
Rob and James preview the Pack's season opener against the Troy Trojans. Jeremy Wise of the Dothan Eagle joined us to break down the Trojans.
Rob and James discussed a number of topics regarding the NC State football team in the latest episode of Pack Pride Digital. The Wolfpack opens its season Saturday at Carter-Finley Stadium against Troy.
Pack Pride's Rob McLamb spoke with Pack Pride publisher James Henderson about NC State's specialists in this episode, our tenth and final position preview heading into the 2015 season.
NC State tailback Shadrach Thornton has been suspended two games. James and Rob discuss the suspension and the potential impact.
Pack Pride's Rob McLamb speaks with Pack Pride publisher James Henderson about NC State's secondary in this episode, our ninth position preview heading into the 2015 season.
Pack Pride's Rob McLamb speaks with Pack Pride publisher James Henderson about NC State's linebackers in this episode, our eighth position preview heading into the 2015 season.
In the seventh episode of a ten-part series breaking down the NC State football team's position groups, Rob and James discuss the defensive tackles.
In the sixth episode of a ten-part series breaking down the NC State football team's position groups, Rob and James discuss the defensive ends.
The NC State football team held its second scrimmage on Saturday afternoon. Rob and James break it all down.
In the fifth and final episode breaking down the NC State football team's offensive position groups, Rob and James discuss the offensive line.
Check back on Monday for the first of five episodes breaking down the team's defense.
In the fourth episode of a ten-part series breaking down the NC State football team's position groups, Rob and James break down the tight ends.
In the third episode of a ten-part series breaking down the NC State football team's position groups, Rob and James break down the wide receivers.
In the second episode of a ten-part series breaking down the NC State football team's position groups, Rob and James break down the running backs.
In the first episode of a ten-part series breakiing down the NC State football team's position groups, Rob and James break down the quarterbacks.
Rob recently spoke with NC State legends Torry and Terrence Holt of Holt Brothers Inc. The duo talked about their various work with their company, life in football and thoughts about the current NC State squad among many other topics. Terrence and Torry will also be hosting a football camp at NC State on June 27.
Rob spoke with Conference USA's Freshmen of the Year, Torin Dorn, who recently announced he will transfer to NC State. Dorn led the 49ers in scoring last season, averaging 12 points per contest.
Four-star recruit Maverick Rowan announced he will attend NC State in the fall. Rob and James break down Rowan's game and what he can bring to the Wolfpack.
On the latest podcast, Pack Pride Publisher James Henderson discusses NC State Media Day. What position group does Dave Doeren seem concerned with? What comments intrigued him the most? What buzz is he hearing from fall camp? He'll talk about those questions and much more in this episode.