Stanford will aim to snap a five-game losing streak on Saturday when it travels to Raleigh for its first-ever meeting with North Carolina State, which is coming off a bye. The last time NC State (4-4, 1-3 Atlantic Coast Conference) was in action was Oct. 19, when it went to the West Coast and beat Cal 24-23. That game was the fourth start for true freshman quarterback CJ Bailey, who threw for 306 yards and two touchdowns in the first conference win for the Wolfpack this season. Please click here for more.
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HBCU Giants North Carolina Central, South Carolina State clash Thursday
Thursday night’s MEAC showdown between North Carolina Central and South Carolina State is shaping up to be a game with high stakes for these two HBCU powerhouses. The North Carolina Central Eagles come into the game with big expectations, having been picked to win the MEAC and led by their seasoned head coach, Trey Oliver, who already boasts a Celebration Bowl victory. Please click here for more.
Sweet 16: From Cooper Flagg to John Calipari to R.J. Davis
This could be one of the more compelling college basketball seasons in recent memory. The new season tips off Monday with 19 of the preseason AP Top 25 in action and ends in San Antonio on the first Monday night in April. Below are the 16 players and coaches that we expect to define those five months of basketball. Please click here for more.
Durham Bulls’ GM discusses Triple-A Organization of the Year honor
Durham Bulls General Manager Mike Berling joined Jon Champion on the WPTF Afternoon News to celebrate the Bulls’ recent honor as Minor League Baseball’s 2024 Triple-A Organization of the Year. Berling discussed the Bulls’ dedication to offering affordable family entertainment and enhancing fan experiences, as well as the renovations made to improve player facilities, including expanded locker rooms and new batting cages. Please click here for more.
College basketball, king of all sports in NC, should be special again in the Triangle
College basketball might not be as popular or compelling as it was during its 1970s or 80s or 90s heyday — here, or anywhere — but it’s hardly just a one-month pastime in North Carolina. In North Carolina, it remains part religion or maybe part cult. It determines tribal affiliation. Please click here for more.
Jets Lead Race to Land Panthers Chuba Hubbard According to Betting Odds
As the NFL trade deadline approaches, the New York Jets are seen—according to the odds created by the expert trading team at SportsCasting—as the most likely team to acquire Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard. Please click here for more.
Young’s return gives Panthers all the more reason to trade him
Bryce Young has been riding the bench of late as 36-year-old Andy Dalton stacks L’s, but at a certain point, the Panthers were always going to transition back to the sophomore No. 1 overall pick. Dalton injured his thumb in a car accident this week, thrusting Young back into action in what could be a permanent change. Please click here for more.
Also, Young gets an adequate grade in start vs. Broncos. Please click here for that article.
Bo Nix breaks franchise record as Broncos cruise to 28-14 win over Panthers
The Denver Broncos improved to 5-3 on Sunday with a convincing 28-14 win over the Carolina Panthers, who dropped to 1-7. With the win, Bo Nix now holds the franchise record for the most wins by a rookie quarterback. Please click here for more.
Patriots’ coach provides injury update on QB Drake Maye after win over Jets
On New England’s third offensive possession of the game, rookie quarterback Drake Maye sustained a hit to the head on a scramble up the middle and was a bit slow when getting up. He finished the drive, but he was removed when he got to the sideline and was eventually ruled out with a concussion. Please click here for more.
NC State golfer Wins Share of Landfall Tradition Title
NC State senior golfer Lauren Olivares Leon earned her third career win, as she shared the individual medalist title at the Landfall Tradition. Sharing with Florida State’s Lottie Woad, Olivares Leon carded a 6-under 210 (69-70-71) across the three rounds at the Country Club of Landfall in Wilmington. Olivares Leon, who now is tied for the most individual wins in program history, paced the Pack, who finished in sixth with a season-best 8-over 872. Please click here for more.