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Will NC State Continue Win-Streak Against Major Rivals?
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Will NC State Continue Win-Streak Against Major Rivals?

August 1, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

For four years in a row the Wolfpack have ended the regular season winning against their rivals, the UNC Tar Heels. Will they do so again this year? Please click here for more.

Seven Wideouts? Breaking Down the Panthers’ WR Depth and Roster Decisions
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Seven Wideouts? Breaking Down the Panthers’ WR Depth and Roster Decisions

August 1, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

Entering the 2025 NFL season, the Carolina Panthers have made it clear: they’re committed to surrounding quarterback Bryce Young with the offensive weapons needed to maximize his potential. Please click here for more.

All-ACC: Top commitments for each of the league’s 17 programs
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All-ACC: Top commitments for each of the league’s 17 programs

August 1, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

The usual powers that be in the ACC have seen some fluctuation on the field in recent years, but for the most part, recruiting in the Power Four conference has continued to revolve around Clemson, Florida State and Miami. That’s not to say some of the others in the conference haven’t been able to make noise, though. Please click here for more.

In age of roster limits, NC State still carrying 125 players on football team
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In age of roster limits, NC State still carrying 125 players on football team

August 1, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

Dave Doeren, entering his 13th season with the Wolfpack, has put more than 40 walk-ons on scholarship during his tenure in Raleigh. When asked, Doeren declined to specify how many of the 125 players are on scholarship. Please click here for more.

Omarion Hampton stats: Chargers rookie RB’s preseason debut hints at massive role
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Omarion Hampton stats: Chargers rookie RB’s preseason debut hints at massive role

August 1, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

Starting the Chargers’ first preseason game in Thursday night’s Hall of Fame exhibition vs. the Lions, Hampton wasted no time in showing why the Los Angeles Chargers drafted No. 22 overall from North Carolina. Please click here for more.

High Point Transfer Ivan Matlekovic Commits to UNC Men’s Basketball
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High Point Transfer Ivan Matlekovic Commits to UNC Men’s Basketball

July 31, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

Head coach Hubert Davis earned a late commitment out of the transfer portal Thursday night, as High Point forward Ivan Matlekovic committed to Davis and the Tar Heels. Please click here for more.

ACC Programs Fully Represented on 2025 Allstate Wuerffel Trophy Watch List
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ACC Programs Fully Represented on 2025 Allstate Wuerffel Trophy Watch List

July 31, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

The Atlantic Coast Conference is proud to announce that all 17 football-playing member institutions are represented on the 2025 Allstate Wuerffel Trophy Watch List, released today by the Wuerffel Foundation. Please click here for more.

UNC’s Simpson Named To 2025 Butkus Award Preseason Watch List
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UNC’s Simpson Named To 2025 Butkus Award Preseason Watch List

July 31, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

North Carolina linebacker Andrew Simpson, a redshirt senior, has been named to the 2025 Dick Butkus Award Preseason Watch List, presented annually to the nation’s best linebacker, announced Wednesday by the Butkus Foundation. Please click here for more.

Tennessee four-star commit in jeopardy of flipping as North Carolina emerges as top contender
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Tennessee four-star commit in jeopardy of flipping as North Carolina emerges as top contender

July 31, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

Tight end Carson Sneed has been committed to Tennessee for almost a year now. But, all of a sudden this commitment could be losing some strength as a threat on the recruiting trail has emerged – Bill Belichick. Please click here for more.

NC State, Duke football players discuss what Bill Belichick at UNC means for rivalries
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NC State, Duke football players discuss what Bill Belichick at UNC means for rivalries

July 30, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

Members of the Wolfpack and four Duke players didn’t mind addressing arguably the biggest story in college football entering the 2025 season – Bill Belichick coaching the Tar Heels. Please click here for more.

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