NC State Edges Cal 24-23 in Thrilling Fourth-Quarter Comeback

Cal's late missed field goal seals their fourth consecutive narrow loss in ACC play.

Freshman quarterback CJ Bailey led NC State with 306 passing yards and two touchdowns, including a decisive 41-yarder to Hollywood Smothers.
Cal kicker Derek Morris missed a crucial 28-yard field goal attempt in the final minutes, costing the Bears a potential victory.
Cal has now lost four straight ACC games by a combined margin of nine points, struggling to close out games despite strong starts.
NC State's defense held firm in the final minutes, preventing Cal from capitalizing on their last possession.
Cal's Fernando Mendoza threw for 282 yards, but the Golden Bears faltered on critical plays, converting only 2 of 14 third downs.