NC State kicked off the 2019 football season the same way it finished the 2018 regular season -- with a dominant win over ECU. Cory and Michael take a look back on the 34-6 victory and how the Pack got to 1-0.

How good was Matt McKay's first start of his career? Why was the 3-3-5 defense so effective for the Pack? Who were the offensive and defensive MVPs?

With the Wolfpack and Pirates kicking off in less than 48 hours, the Pregame Podcasts are back! This week, Stephen Igoe of Hoist the Colours joins R. Cory Smith to discuss the matchup with ECU.

Is Igoe buying into the hype Mike Houston is building for ECU? How much different will the Pirates offense look under Holton Ahlers? Who are the defensive standouts heading into Houston's first year?

With the regular season finally kicking off on Saturday, Pack Pride concludes its annual positional preview for NC State football. Cory and Michael take a look at the secondary and special teams units for the 2019 season.

How much will the Pack lean on its seniors in the secondary? What will Chris Dunn do for an encore in 2019? How dynamic will the kick return game be? Jarius Morehead joins the show to discuss his growth with the Pack, improving the secondary and life after football.

Welcome to the first edition of the Pack Pride Weekly Podcast! Shot live at Amedeo's, James Curle drives the ship along with Cory Smith providing analysis for numerous NC State topics ahead of Week 1.

Between the start of the 2019 season against ECU, Jacoby Brissett taking over as starting QB for the Colts and Matt McKay winning the QB battle for the Pack, there was plenty to talk about. Evan Sauer of Tailgate Guys also joins the show to discuss what they will bring to NC State tailgates this season.

With fall camp finishing up this week, Pack Pride continues its annual positional preview for NC State football. Cory and Michael take a look at the linebackers and nickels for the 2019 season.

How deep is the linebacker group this year? What can Pack fans expect from a healthy Stephen Griffin? Isaiah Moore also joins the podcast to talk about his development, leadership style and relationship with Coach Thunder.

With just over two weeks left before the start of the season opener, we're over halfway through with our positional previews for NC State. This week, Cory and Michael take a look at the trenches for the 2019 season.

Who are the players in line to start along the offensive line? How talented is the new-look defensive line? Larrell Murchison also joins the podcast to discuss his expectations and putting his city on his back.

With fall camp firing up on Friday morning, Pack Pride is starting its annual positional preview for NC State football. Cory and Michael take a look at the quarterbacks and running backs for the 2019 season.

Who is the leader in the clubhouse heading into fall camp? How dynamic will the backfield be with two explosive tailbacks? Ricky Person Jr. also joins the podcast to talk about his health, leadership and expectations for his sophomore campaign.

NC State football hosted some of the top talent across the state and the region Friday night during the Alpha Wolf Showcase. Cory and Michael were in attendance to provide a breakdown of the event.

They also take a look ahead at what to expect once fall camp opens on Friday morning. What are the biggest camp battles and freshmen to watch in camp? What is more important than football this week for Michael and his family?

On Friday night, NC State will host its annual Alpha Wolf Showcase at Carter-Finley Stadium, featuring elite targets for the 2020, 2021 and 2022 classes! Cory and Michael take a look at the massive recruiting event on this week's podcast.

Who are the top targets expected to make the camp? How important is it for building future classes? Which commitments will be in attendance?

Every year, the entire ACC collects in Charlotte for the unofficial kickoff to the football season. Pack Pride was on hand as the Wolfpack sent Dave Doeren and two players to represent the program.

What were the biggest takeaways from ACC Kickoff? Who performed the best at Life for Life? With one week until Alpha Wolf camp, Michael and Cory break down what to expect at the elite camp.

On the final day of the Dave Doeren Football Camps, NC State hosted arguably two of the most important prospects in both the 2020 and 2021 class on campus. Cory Smith and Michael Clark take a look at the summer camps as a whole along with the impact of having 2021 QB Aaron McLaughlin and 2020 WR commit Porter Rooks on the field.

How significant was this past weekend for NC State's recruiting class? In what ways has Rooks helped shape the 2020 class and start building toward the 2021 circuit? Who's next for NC State in the 2020 recruiting cycle after the dead period?

Over the weekend, NC State hosted hundreds of high school athletes on campus, but the biggest story happened off the field. Four players committed over the course of four days -- wearing out the red light.

Cory Smith and Michael Clark break down each player who committed along with a look back at the start of Dave Doeren Football Camps. Note: This podcast was recorded before Ezemdi Udoh's commitment.

The upcoming week is a busy one for NC State football when it comes to recruiting. Whether it's the start of summer camps or multiple important visits for the 2020 class, R. Cory Smith and Michael Clark take a look at myriad topics for the Pack.

Which visitors are expected for the Pack this coming week? Just how critical are the Dave Doeren Summer Camps for NC State? What will the month of June hold for the Pack20 class?

RALEIGH, N.C. -- On Friday at noon, No. 2 NC State will throw out the first pitch of the Greenville Regional against No. 3 Campbell. The Wolfpack will have to go through two of the toughest in-state teams in order to advance to the Super Regional.

Stephen Igoe of Hoist the Colours joins the Pack Pride Podcast break down the Pirates and take a look at the Camels. Cory Smith and Igoe take a look at the possible rotation for ECU, the big bats in the Pirates' lineup and how tough of an out Campbell will be.

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