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NC State Football Poised for 2025 Comeback Season

7/29/2025

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ESPN analyst Greg McElroy is optimistic about NC State football's prospects for the 2025 season. He points to the promising growth of quarterback CJ Bailey and the return of standout players like tight end Justin Joly and running back Hollywood Smothers. With a fresh defensive coordinator and a solid core of returning starters, NC State is poised to bounce back from last year's disappointing 6-7 record.

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ESPN analyst Greg McElroy is optimistic about NC State football's prospects for the 2025 season. He points to the promising growth of quarterback CJ Bailey and the return of standout players like tight end Justin Joly and running back Hollywood Smothers. With a fresh defensive coordinator and a solid core of returning starters, NC State is poised to bounce back from last year's disappointing 6-7 record.