NC State was half asleep at the start of the game tonight, and by the time they realized what was happening, Syracuse held a 24-7 lead at the end of the first quarter.
The Wolfpack was dominant in the 2nd quarter, and went into the half only down a touchdown (20-27).
Ultimately, there would be nearly no punting in the second half. It was an offensive showcase. One of the commentators prophesied during the game that it would come down to a turnover, and that’s exactly what happened.
After trading touchdowns the first 4 possessions of the 2nd half, NC State broke the cycle, and held the Orangemen to a 41-yard field goal with 9:39 left in the 4th quarter.