Hosted by R. Cory Smith and Michael Clark, the Pack Pride Podcast is the official podcast of Pack Pride. A syndicated partner of 247Sports, Pack Pride is an independent publication that brings you the latest on NC State athletics. You can find us at www.PackPride.com.

Last week included the public formation of the "Magnificent 7" and some serious consternation over the future of the ACC on Amelia Island. Brandon Marcello was in attendance for 247Sports and will breakdown the latest on the ACC, where the Wolfpack stands and more on the Pack Pride Podcast.

In the second segment, Alec Sawyer and Andrew Ciencin -- the hosts of Sawyer & Ciencin -- will jump on to discuss the Pack9's finish to the season. The guys will also talk about the ACC awards, making the ACC Tournament, what NC State needs to do to advance to the weekend and the postseason hopes for the Pack!

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Category:Pack Pride Podcast -- posted at: 11:32am EDT

It was not a good weekend for the Pack9. After canceling its final non-conference game during the week, NC State was stifled by UNC-Chapel Hill and dropped three straight to clinch a losing record for the second straight year. Now State heads into the final series at home against Pittsburgh needing either two wins or some help from outside to simply make the ACC Tournament.

Alec Sawyer and Andrew Ciencin take a look back on the Wolfpack's frustrating sweep in Chapel Hill, the upcoming matchup against Pitt and what needs to happen for the Pack9 to make it to the ACC and NCAA Tournaments. Listen or watch the full podcast below.

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It's been yet another eventful week for NC State -- some great, some good, some very bad -- so we're here to talk about it! This week, Cory and James are joined by Eric Bossi, the National Basketball Director of 247Sports, to break down the entire portal haul for NC State after landing Stanford transfer Michael O'Connell.

In the second segment, the guys will discuss the latest in the ACC grant-of-rights talks, the "Magnificent 7" and where things stand before the ACC spring meetings. We'll also break down everything that happened in NC State Athletics, including more ACC titles, an Elite 8 berth and a Pack9 team on the mend.

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Category:Pack Pride Podcast -- posted at: 9:34am EDT

The projected win total for NC State during the 2023 season is out -- and it's surprisingly low. Can the Wolfpack exceed the 6.5-win over/under from Vegas or will this upcoming season result in barely making a bowl game?

Pack Pride Editor Cory Smith and football analyst Michael Clark give their thoughts on the win total projections, the biggest impact freshmen and transfers and much more in the latest podcast!

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Coming off a series win over Notre Dame, NC State heads into Chapel Hill with high stakes against UNC. Alec Sawyer and Andrew Ciencin look back at the Notre Dame series win and what comes next against the Tar Heels.

What does the Pack9 need in the final two ACC series to put itself in good position for the ACC and NCAA Tournament? The guys break it all down on this episode of the podcast!

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Cory Smith and James Curle are joined by The OG Podcast co-host Joe Giglio! He discusses the last few weeks, starting a new podcast and plenty about NC State!

The guys will also discuss the Pack9’s dominant finish in South Bend, the outlook for football and basketball next season and more! Listen to the full podcast below or watch it on YouTube!

This podcast is sponsored by Scott Wood and the Scott Wood Home Lending Team. Reach out to the Wolfpack legend about your home loan at scottwood15.com today!

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Category:Pack Pride Podcast -- posted at: 10:36am EDT

NC State only had one player drafted, but several are heading to the NFL with a chance to compete for roster spots as free-agent signings. James and Cory take a look at the fit for each player, the likelihood of sticking and more in the first segment.

The guys also take a look back on the rest of the news for NC State Athletics, including a strong week for the Pack9, and what's up with Jaden Bradley as the Pack looks to close out the transfer portal? Get it all in the latest Pack Pride Weekly Podcast!

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Category:Pack Pride Podcast -- posted at: 10:53am EDT

Kevin Keatts keeps cooking in the transfer portal with another big man addition in Mizzou transfer Mohamed Diarra. Cory and James discuss his commitment and the entire transfer haul so far!

In the second segment, Cory is joined by NC State women’s tennis head coach Simon Earnshaw to break down the historic weekend. They touch on the first ACC Tournament title in program history, taking down UNC for the first time in 25 years and much more!

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Category:Pack Pride Podcast -- posted at: 11:49am EDT

NC State got a much-needed sweep over Florida State over the weekend to catapult itself back in the ACC race at just below .500 in conference play. The Pack9 followed that up with a blowout win over Davidson for its 25th of the season, outscoring opponents in its last four games 

Alec Sawyer and Andrew Ciencin recap the Wolfpack’s huge sweep over Florida State to get back in the ACC race. The guys are also joined by first baseman Eli Serrano, courtesy of Obsesh Nation NIL, to discuss his breakout freshman campaign with the Wolfpack this season, the turnaround over the last few games and more!

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On this episode of the Pack24 Podcast, Michael Clark is joined by NC State quarterback commit Cedrick Bailey Jr. for an exclusive interview to discuss his commitment to the Wolfpack.

Bailey breaks down his initial interest in the program, what he loves about Robert Anae's system, his relationship with the coaches, who he's recruiting in the 2024 class, what he brings to Raleigh and much more!

This video podcast is sponsored by Scott Wood and the Scott Wood Home Lending Team. Reach out to the Wolfpack legend about your home loan at scottwood15.com today!


On this episode of the Pack24 Podcast, Michael Clark is joined by NC State quarterback commit Cedrick Bailey Jr. for an exclusive interview to discuss his commitment to the Wolfpack.

Bailey breaks down his initial interest in the program, what he loves about Robert Anae's system, his relationship with the coaches, who he's recruiting in the 2024 class, what he brings to Raleigh and much more!

This video podcast is sponsored by Scott Wood and the Scott Wood Home Lending Team. Reach out to the Wolfpack legend about your home loan at scottwood15.com today!


NC State landed the top running back on its board in Stockbridge (GA) playmaker Jayden Scott. The 5-foot-10, 200-pound back chose the Wolfpack over 20-plus other offers including Wake Forest, Rutgers, Louisville, Duke, Maryland, Kansas State, Georgia Tech, Mississippi State, South Carolina and several others.

Cory and Michael breakdown Scott's commitment, look back at his recruitment with the Wolfpack, how he fits into the running back room and much more. The guys also give their take on who could be next for NC State in the 2024 class.

This podcast is sponsored by Scott Wood and the Scott Wood Home Lending Team. Reach out to the Wolfpack legend about your home loan at scottwood15.com today!


NC State has had a wild week that included a series sweep over Florida State in baseball, two new men's basketball commitments and most recently a shocking addition of Diamond Johnson to the transfer portal.

James and Cory will discuss that with Mitchell Northam of USA Today, along with the state of NC State women's basketball as a whole. The guys will also break down everything else that's taken place in the last week in the second segment!

This podcast is sponsored by Scott Wood and the Scott Wood Home Lending Team. Reach out to the Wolfpack legend about your home loan at scottwood15.com today!

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Category:Pack Pride Podcast -- posted at: 9:10am EDT

NC State snapped a four-game losing skid earlier this week with a 12-3 win over UNCW, but still has a long ways to go in ACC play. Currently at 5-9 in conference after dropping a doubleheader against Wake Forest, the Wolfpack returns home to face a struggling Florida State squad.

Alec and Andrew take a look back on the tough losses to Wake, the huge win over UNCW and what comes next against FSU to start three straight weekends at home. Is this the point where the Pack9 turns things around? The guys discuss it all on this episode!

This podcast is sponsored by Scott Wood and the Scott Wood Home Lending Team. Reach out to the Wolfpack legend about your home loan at scottwood15.com today!


NC State had an up-and-down week overall, struggling on the diamond and in the portal, but also won another national title in cheerleading and showed a glimpse of the future in the Spring Game.

James and Cory will be joined by head coach Harold Trammel and Madison Walker of the cheerleading team to discuss the success in Daytona and the program overall. The guys will also break down the Spring Game, how the Pack can change its fortunes in the transfer portal and more!

This podcast is sponsored by Scott Wood and the Scott Wood Home Lending Team. Reach out to the Wolfpack legend about your home loan at scottwood15.com today!

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Category:Pack Pride Podcast -- posted at: 9:53am EDT