NC State football is gearing up for the final stretch of the 2024 college football season as they aim to secure a spot in a bowl game. The Wolfpack, with a current record of 5-5, are coming off a tough loss to Duke and are now on a bye week. They will need to bounce back and secure a victory in one of their final two games to avoid missing out on a bowl game for the first time since 2011.
Following Grayson McCall’s unfortunate career-ending concussion, freshman CJ Bailey has taken over the quarterback position and has shown promise for the Wolfpack. Bailey, hailing from Miami, has thrown for 1,794 yards, 12 touchdowns, and five interceptions. Despite being sacked 17 times, he has displayed resilience and determination on the field.
In the rushing game, Jordan Waters has been a key player with 82 carries for 400 yards and four touchdowns. Meanwhile, tight end Justin Joly leads the team in receiving yards with 565.
NC State’s next game will be against Georgia Tech in Atlanta on Thursday, November 21. After that, they will face off against in-state rival North Carolina in the season finale on Saturday, November 30. The Wolfpack will need to bring their A-game in these matchups to secure a spot in a bowl game.
Looking back at their schedule so far in 2024, NC State has had its fair share of ups and downs. They started the season with a win against Western Carolina but suffered losses to tough opponents like Tennessee, Clemson, and Wake Forest. Despite the challenges, they have shown resilience with wins against teams like Louisiana Tech and Stanford.
As the Wolfpack prepare for the final stretch of the season, fans are hopeful that they will be able to secure a spot in a bowl game. With the leadership of CJ Bailey and standout performances from players like Jordan Waters and Justin Joly, NC State has the potential to finish the season strong.
Make sure to tune in to watch the Wolfpack take on Georgia Tech and North Carolina in their upcoming games as they fight for bowl eligibility in the 2024 college football season.