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NC State is coming off a dominant win against an admittedly weaker opponent in VMI, winning 45-7. Even in that kind of game, there are things that the Wolfpack did well and others they need to work on. Those have been discussed in great detail, so now the Pack looks forward to opening ACC play in a Friday night matchup in Charlottesville against Virginia.
Remember, this is a Friday night game this week, 7:30pm kickoff on September 22, 2023 over on ESPN.
Let's see what the panel has to say about their predictions for this one:
Name | Prediction | Comments |
Alec Lower | 31-10 (W) | I'm buying. I'm a believer. UConn set me back but I was thoroughly convinced after Notre Dame that this team can win a lot of games if it can cut out the obvious mental errors. Virginia looks pretty rough. Don't make me look like a fool, State. |
Essad Malik | 24-14 (W) | I'm nervous about this one, but I'm nervous about most State games. This one feels like a trap, but State is the more talented team so they SHOULD win comfortably. I just wish I was confident they could put up >30 points in a game against ACC level opponents. I'm willing to have them prove me wrong though. |
Trey Lower | 28-17 (W) | First conference game on the road? In prime time (has Deion trademarked this yet)? Makes me a little nervous. Brennan will try to play out of his mind in his last time at Scott Stadium and the defense gives up another chunk play or two, but I think NC State is just a better football team |
So, what do you think will happen this week? Let us know in the comments below, and respond in the poll with your pick!
Who do you think will win?
NC State Wolfpack
Virginia Cavaliers
On paper we should win, even on the road. Off paper we are NC State so while I’ll be happy with a win, won’t be surprised if we find away to give it away either through penalties or giving up big plays….
I think 33-17 win is about right. Wonder if losing Jordan Houston will hurt?