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Sep 7, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina State Wolfpack helmets during pregame activity for the Dukes Mayo Classic against the Tennessee Volunteers at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Who will the kicker and other specialists be for the Wolfpack in the 2026 season?

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NC State left-handed pitcher Ryan Marohn watches his team bat from the dugout in the Wolfpack's 4-2 win over Boston College on March 13, 2026.

The Wolfpack is missing its lefty ace once again. What does the starter getting scratched again mean for the program?

NC State men's basketball coach Justin Gainey speaks during his introductory press conference on April 1, 2026.

The Wolfpack's new head coach is making inroads with a top high school prospect.

Mar 7, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; NC State Wolfpack guard Paul McNeil Jr. (2) shoots the ball against Stanford Cardinal guard Ebuka Okorie (1) during the first half at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images

The new head coach of the Wolfpack needs to get his talented returning guard to buy in on the defensive end, while refining McNeil's offensive game as well.

Oct 6, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; North Carolina State head coach Wes Moore answers questions from the media at The Hilton Charlotte Uptown. Mandatory Credit: William Howard-Imagn Images

How will the Wolfpack lineup for head coach Wes Moore in the 2026-27 season with a few new pieces?

The Wolfpack still needs to fill a few roster spots and appears to be targeting a pair of veteran bigs out of the transfer portal.

Nov 29, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; NC State Wolfpack defensive end Tra Thomas (4) reacts to defensive end Travali Price (13) going down during the second half of the game against the North Carolina Tar Heels at Carter-Finley Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-Imagn Images

How will the Wolfpack line up for defensive coordinator D.J. Eliot in his second season calling plays?

Mar 11, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; NC State Wolfpack guard Quadir Copeland (11) reacts in the second half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

There is a growing belief that the veteran guard could be an effective pro, especially if the draft process goes well.

Christian Serrano trots toward first base after hitting a 3-run home run in NC State's 13-6 victory over Miami in the second leg of a doubleheader on May 1, 2026.

Second baseman Luke Nixon and shortstop Christian Serrano propelled NC State baseball to a 3-1 week, securing big wins over ECU and Miami.

Sep 11, 2025; Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina State Wolfpack running back Jayden Scott (4) returns a kick in the first half against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Luke Jamroz-Imagn Images

The expectation is still that redshirt sophomore Duke Scott is the Wolfpack's bellcow, but a transfer could be more involved than expected.

Aug 28, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina State Wolfpack head coach Dave Doeren looks on during the warmups prior to the game against East Carolina Pirates at Carter-Finley Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-Imagn Images

NC State has never won more than nine games in Dave Doeren's 13 years leading the program. Can the coach change that in 2026?

Sep 6, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina State Wolfpack huddle during the first half of the game against Virginia Cavaliers at Carter-Finley Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-Imagn Images

How will the Wolfpack take the field offensively during the 2026 season with CJ Bailey back at the helm?

Mar 16, 2026; Dayton, OH, USA; NC State Wolfpack head coach Will Wade speaks with the media during a practice session ahead of the first four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at University of Dayton Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

The former Wolfpack coach continues to draw the ire of most fans in Raleigh, but is still trying to explain his side of the story.

Jan 17, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; NC State Wolfpack ball during the second half of the game against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-Imagn Images

The Wolfpack lost one of its four-star recruits targeted by the previous regime. What does it mean for the new staff?

Tennessee associate head coach Justin Gainey during the NCAA Tournament Elite 8 game against Michigan at the United Center in Chicago on March 29, 2026.

The Wolfpack has most of its key production set up for the 2026-27 season, but there are still roster spots to fill.

Oct 25, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; North Carolina State Wolfpack quarterback CJ Bailey (11) passes against the Pittsburgh Panthers during the first quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

While CJ Bailey is firmly entrenched as the team's starting signal-caller, who else is in the room for the 2026 season?

The Wolfpack has a solid group of new additions, but the rest of the league is improving in big ways, too.

Mar 16, 2026; Dayton, OH, USA; NC State Wolfpack guard Quadir Copeland (11) speaks with the media during a practice session ahead of the first four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at University of Dayton Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Some members of the 2025-26 Wolfpack will try to carve out a role at the next level, a challenging task for most.

The NC State dugout celebrates during the team's 13-6 victory over the Miami Hurricanes in the second game of a doubleheader on Friday, May 1, 2026 in Raleigh, N.C.

The Wolfpack made good progress in the metrics as it heads into the home stretch of the 2026 season by taking two of three from Miami.

Nov 13, 2021; Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA; A North Carolina State Wolfpack helmet seen on the sideline during the second half against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons at Truist Field. Mandatory Credit: William Howard-Imagn Images

The Wolfpack has some options at linebacker even after losing Caden Fordham and Sean Brown to the league.

The NC State women's tennis team poses for a photo after defeating UCF 4-0 to advance to the Round of 16 in the 2026 NCAA Tournament on Saturday, May 2, 2026 in Raleigh, N.C.

The Wolfpack cruised into a seventh straight Sweet 16 by crushing UCF in Raleigh, finishing up an impressive weekend on the courts.

NC State head coach Elliott Avent before a game.

The Wolfpack split a lengthy doubleheader and still came out and won the third game of the series against the Hurricanes. That made Avent especially proud.

Mar 7, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes guard Desiree Wooten (3) edges around West Virginia Mountaineers guard Jordan Harrison (10) during the first half at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: Nick Tre. Smith-Imagn Images

The Wolfpack has its backcourt set for the 2026-27 season after adding an All-Big 12 player in Wooten to pair with Zoe Brooks.

Nov 11, 2023; Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA; The North Carolina State Wolfpack helmet rests on the bench during the second half against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Howard-Imagn Images

The Wolfpack has commitments from four players already, but official visit season is here, and more could be on the way.

NC State AD Boo Corrigan, men's basketball coach Justin Gainey and Chancellor Kevin Howell pose at Gainey's introductory press conference at the Lenovo Center on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

Justin Gainey has added a new group of Wolfpack players with very different skills.

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Assessing the Key Specialists at NC State Before the Summer

Assessing the Key Specialists at NC State Before the Summer

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