Overview
- Two consecutive late punt-return turnovers by Florida State — including a kick that bounced off K.J. Kirkland’s helmet and a muff by Squirrel White — set up NC State’s clinching sequence.
- On 4th-and-6 with 1:47 remaining, C.J. Bailey hit Justin Joly for a 12-yard touchdown to seal the Wolfpack’s win.
- Cornerback Devon Marshall starred for NC State with two interceptions and five pass breakups, limiting Duce Robinson until the fourth quarter.
- The Wolfpack controlled the third quarter with a 15-play, nine-minute drive capped by Will Wilson’s 1-yard keeper for a 14-3 lead.
- Florida State outgained NC State 383-286 but finished with four turnovers, two missed field goals, and eight penalties, extending its road skid and dropping to 5-6.