Bleav in the Wolfpack

NC State somewhat sneaks out a win over Western Carolina, but this game vs. Tennessee is the biggest of the year considering the landscape of the ACC right now (lol FSU). Can the NC State defense do enough to slow down Iamaleava? Can the Wolfpack O-Line do enough to nerf James Pierce Jr.? I have my predictions, even if they're filled with nervousness. Then, checking in on the updated AP Poll. Spotlighting the biggest risers and fallers (lol FSU). And finally, a condensed NFL preview with the first game Thursday night. Hear my dark horse MVP and playoff picks, and why I nearly pass out at the end of the show.

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(lol FSU)

The Wolfpack faceoff against Western Carolina tonight and I'm hoping it is a Grayson McCall and the offense's showcase game. A nice, cool, and calm 70 burger should work just fine. I also preview all the week 1 games and wow are there a lot of "tune up" games. Still some possible upset games though, especially Thursday night. And finally, my Heisman and CFP predictions.

The 2024 preseason AP Poll released and the Wolfpack dropped a few spots. But after looking at their schedule, I believe they're setup for a BIG year. Only two currently ranked games on the schedule though, so a split at the very worst is a requirement for a successful season. Then, watching the United States Men's Basketball team these last couple days was the most Patriotic I have ever felt. And I already miss them. Am I worried about Wembanyama for 2028? Yes. But that is a problem we can deal with in 4 years.

An update on our Wolfpack alumnus Payton Wilson as he has been impressive in Training Camp, but who is his replacement? And could they be as successful as Wilson? We can only hope! Then, a recruiting update as I get excited about a prospect that won't play until 2028 probably. Let me dream. And finally, I have to stop choking in big games with the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers. Can win every game in the regular season, but can't get it done in the CFP. 

Kawhi Leonard just dropped out of the 2024 Paris Olympics leaving the USA Men's national team with one less Hall of Famer, how will they survive now?!?!? Derrick White, is the replacement for Kawhi, and even if Kawhi stayed, how does this team stack up against the legendary '92 Dream Team?? Their biggest challenges will be the Canadian team, and the French team. And I for one, cannot wait to see how Wembanyama plays in the Olympics. Also, my thoughts on who has had the best NBA offseason even though they've only brought in ONE new free agent.

Analyzing the NBA draft prospects, teams, possible trades, and possible undrafted free agents ahead of this weeks draft. Could Donovan Clingan go first? Could the Spurs trade up to 1? Does any GM care about this years draft? We will find out Thursday. Also, DJ Burns and DJ Horne are the only NC State alumni who have a chance to be drafted, but will most likely be undrafted free agents. But they could end up on the same team...

Spotlighting the historic year for NC State Athletics, with the baseball team now making the College World Series in Omaha and taking on Kentucky. Then, rejoicing because Payton Wilson and Dylan McMahon got drafted into perfect situations in the NFL. And finally, analyzing the final transfers for the Wolfpack men's team, and why Danny Hurley was never leaving UConn.

The NC State Men's and Women's teams made their respective incredible runs to the final four, but fell just short of competing for the National Championship. Was anybody ever going to actually beat South Carolina and UConn? Probably not. But it was still such a joy watching these two teams make their way through the Tourney with impressive win after impressive win. But now, its time to go to work on the Transfer portal to retool for next year. Maybe poach some Kentucky guys after Calipari got lured to Arkansas by the Chicken Man (not Gustavo Fring).

Attempting to help the Wolfpack gameplan for Purdue and South Carolina. Don't let Edey get comfortable and try to steal the ball before he gets it over his head. And of course, let DJ Burns and and DJ Horne, be DJ Burns and DJ Horne. As for the women's game vs. South Carolina, defensively I have no idea. Tough to gameplan for a team that has not lost this year. But offensively, continue to live through Aziaha James, Saniya Rivers, and Zoe Brooks. Need them to score efficiently and often.

The Men's Wolfpack team is STILL dancing after beating Duke in the Elite 8 and man, was it entertaining. DJ Burns continues to be America's Big Man and DJ Horne just made another tough contested 3 as you're reading this. Get me to Saturday. As for the Women's Wolfpack, after continously being disrespected and overlooked by """experts""" they are in the final 4 after two double digit victories and sensational play from Aziaha James. They now play South Carolina in the final four and if they want to win, they need to play beyond their best ball of the year. WHAT A RUN FOR BOTH SQUADS THIS IS GREAT HAHAHAHA.