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Andrew Pellicciotta goes for a 100-yard 'Kick Six' TD return in Duke's 41-3 win at NC State

Duke's Andrew Pellicciotta had a remarkable 100-yard return of a missed field goal for a touchdown to end the first half in the Blue Devils' 41-3 win at NC State on Saturday

3 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Sheppard runs for 217 yards, Pellicciotta has a 100-yard "Kick Six" as Duke beats NC State 41-3

Nate Sheppard ran for 217 yards and three scores while Andrew Pellicciotta scored on a 100-yard return of a missed field goal to help Duke beat N

5 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Jayden Scott - Available for Wolfpack Scott (foot) is available for NC State's tilt with Duke on Saturday, per R. Cory Smith of 247Sports.com.

Impact Scott is officially back after a three-game absence. That's huge for the Wolfpack, as through five games, the star tailback racked up 379 total yards and four touchdowns on 65 total touches. He should re-assume the lead back role Saturday against the Blue Devils.

17 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Will Wilson - Dressed in warmups Saturday Wilson (undisclosed) was observed in pregame warmups ahead of Saturday's game against Duke, Noah Fleischman of On3Sports reports.

Impact Wilson was deemed a game-time decision as he works through an undisclosed injury but his participation in warmups bodes well for his chances of playing. The sophomore quarterback has completed nine of 12 passes for 35 yards and two touchdowns but has been a threat in the run game with 46 carries for 179 yards and eight rushing scores across eight games this season.

17 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jayden Scott - Dressed for warmups Scott (foot) is dressed for warmups going into Saturday's game against Duke, R. Cory Smith of 247Sports reports.

Impact Scott dressed for warmups is a strong indicator that he will attempt to play in Saturday's game, though his usage against Duke is not yet guaranteed. The running back is up to 62 carries for 358 yards and four touchdowns across his 2026 season, a level of production that would make him a formidable threat for this weekend's ACC matchup.

17 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jayden Scott - Game-time decision for Saturday Scott (foot) is a game-time decision for Saturday's game versus Duke, per the ACC availability report.

Impact Scott's availability appears slated to come right down to kickoff as the tailback is officially a game-time decision. He's missed three straight outings for the Wolfpack, but he has a shot to return Saturday against in-state Rival Duke. Scott tallied 358 rushing yards and four scores through five games.

18 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Will Wilson - Game-time decision for Saturday Wilson (undisclosed) is a game-time decision for Saturday's game versus Duke, per the ACC availability report.

Impact North Carolina State's team is still uncertain about what to do with Wilson in Week 10. The quarterback is a backup, but he has logged at least one rushing attempt in each of NC State's games this season.

18 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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2 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

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Preston Douglas - Will sit out Week 10 Douglas (undisclosed) won't play Saturday's clash with Duke, per the ACC availability report.

Impact Douglas is set to miss his first game of the season Saturday as he deals with an undisclosed injury. Hunter Provience should see an uptick in targets in his absence.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Will Wilson - Trending toward playing in Week 10 Wilson (undisclosed) sports a probable tag for Saturday's contest versus Duke, per the ACC availability report.

Impact Wilson is slated to suit up Saturday, and he will resume his role as the backup signal-caller to CJ Bailey. The quarterback has seen brief action this season, completing nine of 12 passes for 35 yards and two touchdowns.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Preston Douglas - Status questionable for Saturday Douglas (undisclosed) holds a questionable designation for Saturday's contest versus Duke, per the ACC availability report.

Impact Douglas' availability is up in the air after a Week 9 performance that saw him record one catch for five yards. The tight end is a primary contributor for North Carolina State, so if he is unavailable, backup Hunter Provience should fill his role.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jayden Scott - Status up in air versus Duke Scott (foot) has been given a questionable status for Saturday's contest versus Duke, per the ACC availability report.

Impact Scott was reported to return soon after being ruled out last week against California, and his questionable tag is a sign that he has a chance to suit up this Saturday. The running back has been dealing with a foot injury since suffering it in Week 5. He will aim to recover over the next few days.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

North Carolina State Considering 2 Former NFL Quarterbacks For Head Coaching Job

North Carolina State's head coaching search is revolving around multiple former NFL quarterbacks that once called NC State home.

4 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

North Carolina State Considering 2 Former NFL Quarterbacks For Head Coaching Job

Keenan Jackson - Disappears against Cal Jackson hauled in 0 of 3 targets for zero yards during Saturday's 31-10 victory over California.

Impact The junior from Waxhaw, N.C. had been a touchdown machine, going for six scores in the past five games. He also had at least 44 receiving yards in each of the past six outings, 56 or more yards in five of six games, and at least three receptions in six in a row. His disappearance against Cal was a head-scratcher, and interim coach Todd Goebbel needs to figure out a way to get the team's biggest playmaker back front and center.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Victor Snow - Totals four receptions in win Snow recorded four receptions (on six targets) for 48 yards during Saturday's 31-10 victory versus California.

Impact Snow, the transfer from the University of Buffalo, has slowly started to build a larger role in the offense. His touch total has increased gradually over the course of the season, and his four receptions tied a season high, while his 48 receiving yards were the most of 2026. He'll look to keep carving out a larger role when Duke visits on Saturday.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Deandre Desinor - Posts long receiving touchdown Desinor had zero rushes and gathered in their only target for 49 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 31-10 victory over California.

Impact Desinor did not see any backfield touches, as Davion Gause had 19 carries, Darius Johnson had seven totes, and Dylan McCoy had three rushes. However, Desinor has shown good hands out of the backfield, and an inability to make moves and create big plays when given the chance to catch the ball.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Chance Robinson - Paces Pack with 76 receiving yards, TD Robinson hauled in all four targets for 76 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 31-10 victory against California.

Impact Robinson led the way in receiving yardage, while compiling 19.0 yards per reception. His catch total, yardage and yards per reception were each new FBS highs, and the junior from Fort Lauderdale has now scored in back-to-back outings. He'll look to make it three games in a row with a TD when Duke invades Carter-Finley Stadium on Saturday.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Darius Johnson - Scores TD against Golden Bears Johnson accrued seven rushes for 14 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 31-10 victory against California.

Impact It was the first collegiate touchdown for the senior from Hendersonville, Tenn., and his seven rushing attempts were the most of his career, too. He'll look to keep up the good work in a complementary role against Duke on Saturday.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Davion Gause - Hits century mark in home victory vs. Cal Gause totaled 19 carries for 104 yards and one touchdown and gathered in 1 of 3 targets for three yards during Saturday's 31-10 win over California.

Impact Gause was subbing in for the injured Duke Scott (foot), and he had his most productive outing with 104 rushing yards. He had his first touchdowns since Sept. 11 against Richmond, and his 5.5 yards per rushing attempt were also his most since that rout of the Spiders. If Scott remains sidelined for Saturday's game against Duke, the Wolfpack will lean upon Gause again.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

CJ Bailey - Just falls short of 200 passing yards Bailey was 13-for-25 passing for 192 yards and two touchdowns during Saturday's 31-10 victory over California. He also had seven rushes for one yard.

Impact Bailey and his Wolfpack teammates were playing their first game under interim coach Todd Goebbel. Not much changed with the offensive attack. Bailey and Chance Robinson had a nice rapport, while Deandre Desinor hooked up with Bailey for a nice 49-yard scoring strike. The Wolfpack look to forge ahead with a win over Duke on Saturday afternoon.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Joshisa Trader - Limited snaps in Week 9 Trader (undisclosed) logged two snaps during Saturday's 31-10 win over California.

Impact Trader warmed up ahead of kickoff Saturday and ultimately suited up for the Wolfpack. The wideout was returning for the first time since Week 5, and it appears the team was limiting his snaps while easing him back into live action. It remains to be seen whether he will resume his usual workload moving forward after operating as a reliable target during the first five contests of the campaign, hauling in 16 receptions for 221 yards.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Bailey, Gause lead NC State to 31-10 win over California

OCTOBER 31 • Associated Press

Philip Rivers Reportedly Emerges As Focus Of NC State's Coaching Search

Former NC State standout Philip Rivers has reportedly emerged as the "focus" of the Wolfpack's head coaching search.

OCTOBER 31 • FOX SPORTS

Philip Rivers Reportedly Emerges As Focus Of NC State's Coaching Search

Joshisa Trader - Warming up Saturday Trader (foot) is dressed for pregame warmups ahead of Saturday's game versus Cal, R. Cory Smith of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Trader, who has missed the last two games due to this foot injury, is officially considered a game-time decision for Saturday. The fact that he's in uniform is certainly a good sign, but he'll need to test out his injury during warmups to see if he can give it a go.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Jayden Scott - Out vs. Cal, expected back for Week 10 Scott (foot) is out for Saturday's game against California but expected to be active for Week 9 versus Duke, Noah Fleischman of On3Sports reports.

Impact Scott, as expected, will be sidelined for his third straight game as he works back from a foot injury. Luckily, the starting running back is on track to return in another home clash against Duke this upcoming week. Davion Gause is likely see an increased role out of the backfield once again in Scott's stead.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

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Andrew Pellicciotta goes for a 100-yard 'Kick Six' TD return in Duke's 41-3 win at NC State

Sheppard runs for 217 yards, Pellicciotta has a 100-yard "Kick Six" as Duke beats NC State 41-3

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Bailey, Gause lead NC State to 31-10 win over California

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