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The Chunk Check: NC State’s early long-gain rates

NC State’s lingering explosive play problem on offense from 2022 unfortunately shows no signs of abating in 2023, as it turns out Robert Anae cannot in fact work miracles. Regrettable, that.

I was curious how the offense’s rate of long games compares to last season, so I put the below table together based on CFBStats.com’s long scrimmage play data. How chunky is the Pack feeling? Not nearly chunky enough.

Chunk Plays

Year Total Plays 10-19 yd gains (pct) 20-29 yd gains (pct) 30+ yd gains (pct)
2022 913 172 (18.