The most important thing is #24 NC State is 1-0, defeating Western Carolina 38-21 in their 2024 season opener. The reality is, the Wolfpack’s performance didn’t match the hype that has surrounded the program this preseason.
Yes, NC State had 521 yards of Total Offense, which is more than any single game last season, but the performance still left much to be desired. Besides Jordan Waters running 95 yards on the final drive, the Wolfpack Offensive Line seemed unable to create holes, and he seemed unable to beat a man in a 1-on-1 situation.
Western Carolina was in the Wolfpack’s backfield throughout the night, making 9 tackles for loss.