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The story of QB Ryan Finley, coach Kevin Keatts and Ping Pong

Ryan Finley has two offseason goals, only one is football related.

The Wolfpack quarterback needs to gain some weight, to help with his ability to run the football. He also needs to defend his unofficial claim to the Ping Pong throne against a high-profile newcomer to campus.

Football things first: N.C. State coach Dave Doeren said Finley finished his first season as the starter with his weight in the 180s. At 6-4, Finley has a long and lean frame but he also has some good wheels.

“He runs a 4.65 (in the 40-yard dash), so he can run,” Doeren said.