NC State defeated Campbell 56–10 in a dominant performance. NC State covered by 3.5; Game went Over by 4.5.
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At kick-off, conditions at Carter-Finley Stadium were Sunny, 70.7°F, Feels Like 70.7°F with winds of 4.7 mph. Weather is not expected to be a meaningful factor in this game. Historical weather data for this game is preserved in the panel below.
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CJ Bailey threw for 4 first-half TDs and 337 yards on 20-of-23 passing, leading NC State to 482 first-half yards (most by an FBS team this season). This dominant performance snapped a two-game losing streak and showcased the offense's potential, but it came against a weaker FCS opponent.
After allowing 227 rushing yards to Virginia Tech, the Wolfpack emphasized better tackling and held Campbell to minimal production. However, maintaining this defensive intensity week-to-week is critical, as noted by linebacker Kenny Soares Jr.
Five different players had receptions of over 25 yards, and Hollywood Smothers contributed 123 rushing yards and a TD. Coach Doeren highlighted that Smothers' rushing threat opens up downfield passing opportunities, a key factor for future games.
Despite a 49-7 halftime lead, Doeren kept starters in for part of the third quarter to address the team's inability to finish opponents earlier in the season. This mindset will be important against tougher competition like Notre Dame.
NC State plays at No. 21 Notre Dame next Saturday. The Wolfpack's recent offensive explosion and defensive improvements will be tested against a ranked opponent on the road, requiring consistency and execution.
Campbell travels 27 miles to this game, a short road trip.
NC State won by 46 in a dominant performance.
NC State covered the spread.
The total went Over by 4.5 points.
Blue Chip Analytics power ratings favour NC State (6.5) over Campbell (-28.0) by 34.5 points on a neutral field. After adding home field advantage, the rating-implied line may differ meaningfully from the market spread. NC State brings a meaningful home field advantage to this matchup (Blue Chip HFA: 2.8). Add this to the neutral-site differential to arrive at a venue-adjusted line.
Blue Chip Analytics power ratings represent expected point margin against an average FBS opponent on a neutral field, calculated from game data sourced via CollegeFootballData.com (CFBD). They are one input: cross-reference with the travel, rest, and weather data above before drawing conclusions.
NC State won and NC State covered the spread.
