Andy Dalton supplanted Bryce Young as the team’s starter in what has been described as a “short-term move” by some NFL insiders, but after what Dalton did this afternoon, there is no way the team can hand the reins back to Young. Please click here for more.
Analyst reacts to UNC loss to JMU, reports of Mack Brown saying he would walk away
It was a long Saturday for North Carolina and head coach Mack Brown, as the Tar Heels gave up 70 points in a loss to James Madison. Then, after the game finished, it was reported that Brown told the Tar Heels team that he would leave if things weren’t getting straightened out. In the fallout from those reported comments and the stunning loss, analyst Paul Finebaum reacted to the situation Mack Brown now finds himself in. Please click here for more.
What they’re saying after NC State’s loss at No. 21 Clemson
In the second marquee game of NC State’s season against a top-25 opponent, the Wolfpack could not overcome a powerful offense yet again. The Pack lost 59-35 at No. 21 Clemson on Saturday afternoon after quickly falling into a four-score deficit it could not recover from. Here is what those who covered the game are saying about the Pack’s second win of the season. Please click here for more.
Extra point: Duke football defeats Middle Tennessee with efficient offensive performance
Duke football extended its record to 4-0 after posting a final score of 45-17 against Middle Tennessee. The Blue Zone is here to break down the victory with three key takeaways, stats and a look ahead. Please click here for more.
NC State football’s best wins, worst losses under Dave Doeren
Dave Doeren has elevated N.C. State football since his arrival in 2013. Three games into his 12th season, Doeren has won 58.4 percent of his games (better than the 51.6 percent overall average) for an 83-59 record. Across the last four years in Raleigh, Doeren has led the Wolfpack to victories in 68 percent of its games, with eight or more wins in four straight seasons for the first time in program history. But there have been some bad losses. Please click here for more.
One UNC football recruit’s journey from Cary High to college
By Trey Blue’s senior year at Cary High School, he has developed into one of Wake County’s top football prospects while ranked as a 3-star offensive tackle. He possesses a matured physique that qualifies as an oxymoron — “a slimmed down 6-foot-6, 320-pounder.” And his new great expectations also are beyond the football field. Please click here for more.
Kyrie Irving Debuts ‘Duke Blue Devils’ Sneakers in China
The Dallas Mavericks guard is currently touring China as part of his duties as the Chief Creative Officer of ANTA Basketball. Basketball fans have tried to get near Irving as he walks the streets. However, a lucky few fans and media members were invited to ANTA headquarters for a sneak peek at some of Kyrie Irving’s upcoming lifestyle and basketball shoes. Please click here for more.
Duke hits road to Middle Tennessee looking for 4-0 start before start of ACC slate
The Blue Devils are chasing a second straight 4-0 start before opening the Atlantic Coast Conference portion of their schedule. This is the ninth time Middle Tennessee has hosted a Power Four team and seventh different program since moving to the Football Bowl Subdivision in 1999. This is Duke’s second visit to Floyd Stadium and first since 2019. Please click here for more.
NFL pundit is convinced David Tepper made Panthers sit Bryce Young
The benching of Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young just two games into the season has everyone talking. In Dave Canales’ postgame press conference last Sunday, he repeatedly stated, “Bryce is our quarterback.” The very next morning, Canales announced that Young would be removed from the starting role for this week’s game against the Las Vegas Raiders. However, some are wondering if this decision was completely made by the Panthers’ head coach. Please click here for more.
NC State-Clemson football game predictions
NC State kicks off ACC play this weekend against No. 21 Clemson, a Textile Bowl clash on the road in Death Valley. The Wolfpack has won two of the previous three meetings between these two schools but comes into this matchup as the significant underdog. Please click here for more.