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Won't play vs. Appalachian State Ploog (undisclosed) is not dressed ahead of Saturday's game against Appalachian State, per Noah Fleischman of On3Sports.

Impact Ploog was seen wearing a sling on his left arm which points to the tight end sitting out Saturday. He will aim to return against Louisville next Saturday.

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Status day-to-day North Carolina State's head coach Dave Doeren recently announced that Ploog (undisclosed) is day-to-day, Noah Fleischman of On3.com reports.

Impact "We're still trying to get him (Ploog) healthy," Doeren said. "I know he really wants to play, and we'd really like to play him, but we've got to get him to where he's functional. Getting closer, I hope, but not there yet." For 2026, Ploog's two targets and receptions include 25 yards.

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Produces longest play from scrimmage Ploog logged zero targets during Saturday's 34-8 loss to Virginia.

Impact Ploog actually ended up leading the Wolfpack with 25 receiving yards, telling you a little bit about how poor the opener went for NC State without getting into details. Ploog's 21-yard reception from CJ Bailey was the team's longest play from scrimmage, and it nearly went for a touchdown. He was tackled at the UVA 1-yard line, setting up a first and goal to go. Ploog and the Pack host FCS Richmond next Friday.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Wolfpack Ploog will transfer to NC State, per Noah Fleischman of On3Sports.

Impact Ploog didn't appear in a game as a freshman with Oregon. The 6-foot-6, 242-pound tight end will have four years of eligibility remaining at NC State.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Entering transfer portal Ploog is entering the NCAA transfer portal, per Hayes Fawcett of On3.com.

Impact Ploog will enter the portal following a single year with Oregon. The 6-foot-6 tight end did not appear in a game for the Ducks in 2025, preserving a redshirt on the year. He will retain four years of eligibility at his next destination.

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