NC State Athletics - Pack Pride Podcast

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! This podcast is sponsored by Scott Wood and the Scott Wood Home Lending Team. Reach out to the Wolfpack legend about your home loan at scottwood15.com today!

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! This podcast is sponsored by Scott Wood and the Scott Wood Home Lending Team. Reach out to the Wolfpack legend about your home loan at scottwood15.com today!

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! This podcast is sponsored by Scott Wood and the Scott Wood Home Lending Team. Reach out to the Wolfpack legend about your home loan at scottwood15.com today!

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! This podcast is sponsored by Scott Wood and the Scott Wood Home Lending Team. Reach out to the Wolfpack legend about your home loan at scottwood15.com today!

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! This podcast is sponsored by Scott Wood and the Scott Wood Home Lending Team. Reach out to the Wolfpack legend about your home loan at scottwood15.com today!

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. This podcast is sponsored by Scott Wood and the Scott Wood Home Lending Team. Reach out to the Wolfpack legend about your home loan at scottwood15.com today!

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.