NC State secures 31-10 victory over Cal with strong second half

NC State achieved a 31-10 victory over Cal on October 31, 2026, at Carter-Finley Stadium. The Wolfpack showed a dominant second-half performance after a lackluster first half, scoring touchdowns on their first three possessions after halftime. NC State's defense effectively contained Cal, limiting their offense to just five third-down conversions throughout the game. CJ Bailey rebounded from a difficult first half, completing eight of 11 passes in the second half, including a key touchdown throw to Chance Robinson. This win marks a much-needed turnaround for NC State amidst recent challenges.

• 7:52 PMYahoo Sports — NC State pulls away from Cal for 31-10 win