How did former NC State Football players fare in Week 3 of the 2025 NFL season?
Linebacker Payton Wilson had 7 tackles and a fumble recovery in the Steelers’ 21-14 win over the Patriots. He played in 35 of 74 snaps, earning a team-low PFF grade of 38.1. Wilson has earned a grade of less than 50 in all three games to start the year. The former NC State All-American ranks 2nd on Pittsburgh’s defense in tackles through 3 games.
Linebacker Drake Thomas had a career-high 5 tackles in Seattle’s 44-13 win over New Orleans. He played in 36 of 73 snaps, earning a PFF grade of 46.