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CJ Bailey Returns for 2026 Breakout Season at NC State

7/16/2026

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CJ Bailey will start his third season as NC State’s quarterback in 2026, targeting a breakout year.
He added 25 pounds, now 6-foot-6 and 220 pounds, saying the size improves his running confidence.
In 2025 he started 22 games, completed 68.8% of passes, threw 25 touchdowns and ran six.
He rejected transfer offers, stayed at NC State and said the team will keep moving forward despite recent departures.

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Story summary

CJ Bailey will start his third season as NC State’s quarterback in 2026, targeting a breakout year.
He added 25 pounds, now 6-foot-6 and 220 pounds, saying the size improves his running confidence.
In 2025 he started 22 games, completed 68.8% of passes, threw 25 touchdowns and ran six.
He rejected transfer offers, stayed at NC State and said the team will keep moving forward despite recent departures.