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Dec 19, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; NC State Wolfpack running back Jayden Scott (4) is brought down by Memphis Tigers linebacker Sam Brumfield (3) in the first quarter during the Gasparilla Bowl at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Three Wolfpack Offensive Standouts From the Gasparilla Bowl

Tucker Sennett

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8 Hours Ago

Oct 11, 2025; South Bend, Indiana, USA; NC State Wolfpack quarterback CJ Bailey (11) hands off to NC State Wolfpack running back Hollywood Smothers (3) during the first half at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Michael Caterina-Imagn Images

The Impact of Hollywood Smothers' Exit From NC State

Tucker Sennett

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22 Hours Ago

Dec 19, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; NC State Wolfpack head coach Dave Doeren looks on against the Memphis Tigers in the first quarter during the Gasparilla Bowl at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

How the Gasparilla Bowl Helped Doeren's Thoughts on the Future

Tucker Sennett

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Dec 20, 2025

Dec 19, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; NC State Wolfpack head coach Dave Doeren greats Memphis Tigers interim head coach Reggie Howard after the Gasparilla Bowl at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Doeren Discusses the Changes Across College Football After Bowl Win

Tucker Sennett

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Dec 20, 2025

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Dec 19, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; NC State Wolfpack head coach Dave Doeren receives the trophy after beating Memphis Tigers in the Gasparilla Bowl at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Doeren's Mindset on Bowl Season Helps Wolfpack Get Final Win

Tucker Sennett

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Dec 20, 2025

Dec 19, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; NC State Wolfpack quarterback CJ Bailey (11) runs into the end zone for a touchdown against the Memphis Tigers in the first quarter during the Gasparilla Bowl at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Image Images

Bailey Ends Sophomore Season with Gasparilla Bowl Win

Tucker Sennett

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Dec 20, 2025

Dec 19, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; NC State Wolfpack linebacker Caden Fordham (1) receives the MVP trophy after beating Memphis Tigers in the Gasparilla Bowl at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Caden Fordham Finishes NC State Career in Style

Tucker Sennett

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Dec 20, 2025

Dec 19, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; NC State Wolfpack wide receiver Wesley Grimes (6) reacts after scoring a touchdown against the Memphis Tigers in the first quarter during the Gasparilla Bowl at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Reacting to NC State's Gasparilla Bowl Win

Tucker Sennett

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Dec 19, 2025

Dec 19, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; NC State Wolfpack quarterback CJ Bailey (11) runs into the end zone for a touchdown against the Memphis Tigers in the first quarter during the Gasparilla Bowl at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Image Images

Fans React to NC State's Gasparilla Bowl Victory Over Memphis

Max Dorsey

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Dec 19, 2025

Dec 19, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; NC State Wolfpack defensive back Tristan Teasdell (19) and linebacker Jr. Kenny Soares (33) react after a play against the Memphis Tigers in the second quarter during the Gasparilla Bowl at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

NC State Finishes Season With Gasparilla Bowl Win

Tucker Sennett

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Dec 19, 2025

Dec 19, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; a view of the Gasparilla Bowl trophy before a game between the NC State Wolfpack and Memphis Tigers at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

NC State Takes On Memphis: Gasparilla Bowl Live Thread

Tucker Sennett

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Dec 19, 2025

Nov 29, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; NC State Wolfpack linebacker Caden Fordham (1) celebrates a down during the first half of the game against North Carolina Tar Heels at Carter-Finley Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-Imagn Images

Doeren Discusses Caden Fordham's Journey to National Recognition

Tucker Sennett

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Dec 19, 2025

Nov 15, 2025; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; NC State Wolfpack head coach Dave Doeren watches from the sideline against the Miami Hurricanes during the second quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Dave Doeren's Final Thoughts Before the Gasparilla Bowl

Tucker Sennett

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Dec 19, 2025

Nov 15, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman reacts after an Irish touchdown against the Pittsburgh Panthers during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium.

Could This Be Notre Dame’s Next Starting Running Back?

Nick Shepkowski

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Dec 18, 2025

A standout running back is hitting the transfer portal for his second college transfer after a massive 2025 season.

5 landing spots for 1,000 yard running back entering the transfer portal

Joe Cox

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Dec 18, 2025

Oct 11, 2025; South Bend, Indiana, USA; NC State Wolfpack running back Hollywood Smothers (3) tries to break a tackle attempt by Notre Dame Fighting Irish linebacker Joshua Burnham (40) during the first half at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Michael Caterina-Imagn Images

NC State's Star Running Back Opts for Transfer Portal

Tucker Sennett

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Dec 18, 2025

CJ Bailey and NC State are favored against Memphis on Friday.

Memphis vs. NC State Prediction, Odds and Key Players to Watch for Gasparilla Bowl

Ameer Tyree

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Dec 18, 2025

Dec 28, 2024; Annapolis, MD, USA; North Carolina State Wolfpack and East Carolina Pirates players fight during the second half of the Go Bowling Military Bowl at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

Revisiting NC State’s Last Bowl Game: The 2024 Military Bowl

Tucker Sennett

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Dec 18, 2025

Dec 30, 2022; Charlotte, NC, USA; North Carolina State Wolfpack helmets during the first half against the Maryland Terrapins in the 2022 Duke's Mayo Bowl at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Which Wolfpack Veterans Could Opt Out of the Gasparilla Bowl?

Tucker Sennett

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Dec 18, 2025

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