NC State heads into their matchup at Noon as one of the best defenses in the nation on paper. They are giving up 315.7 yards of total offense per game, which ranks 16th in the NCAA. The Wolfpack’s specialty has been stopping the run, giving up a measly 95.3 yards per game on the ground, which is tops in the ACC and 5th in the nation.
Opponents Rushing Yards Against NC State (Season Avg)
William & Mary – 62 (195.2)
ECU – 148 (137.3)
ODU – 117 (200.7)
Wake Forest – 69 (161)
Notre Dame – 59 (150)
Clemson – 117 (169.