Overview
- NC State, which beat California Saturday, dominated the second half with a 21-0 run to secure a 31-10 victory and move to 4-4 on the season.
- Quarterback C.J. Bailey completed 13 of 25 passes for 192 yards and two touchdown throws that sparked the comeback.
- Running back Davion Gause rushed for 104 yards and a touchdown, giving the offense a steadier ground game with starter Duke Scott still sidelined.
- The win came after the university fired 14-year coach Dave Doeren on Oct. 24 and dismissed general manager Andy Vaughn and defensive coordinator D.J. Eliot, with Todd Goebbel serving as interim and a national search now under way.
- The announced 31-game home sellout streak ended for the noon kickoff and university leaders have told donors they want fresh leadership to boost recruiting, on-field results and fan engagement as the team pursues two wins in four games to reach bowl eligibility.