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NC State Wolfpack falls to No. 80 in SP+ rankings after Wake Forest loss

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 12:00 PM

Last updated Oct 13, 2026

NC State Wolfpack falls to No. 80 in SP+ rankings after Wake Forest loss

Summary

NC State's recent performance has dropped the team 18 spots to No. 80 in SP+ rankings after an underwhelming game against Wake Forest on October 10, 2026. The Wolfpack's path to bowl eligibility appears challenging, despite a schedule that presents some opportunities. Upcoming matchups include games against Stanford, Cal, and Duke, with varying projections suggesting NC State could face significant struggles ahead. Fan sentiment has reportedly worsened, further complicating the team's outlook as they prepare for their next matchup against Stanford.

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Key Details

•NC State drops to No. 80 in SP+ after losing to Wake Forest.
•Upcoming games against Stanford and Cal present potential turning points.
•Fan sentiment has declined sharply, complicating team morale.
•Three remaining opponents are performing poorly, offering slim hope.

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12:00 PMYahoo Sports — NC State’s bowl outlook: tenuous

What they're saying

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NC State fell 18 spots to No. 80 in SP+ after its lifeless performance against Wake Forest over the weekend, which is only fair. Based on this new and pristinely terrible position in the SP+, what is the Pack’s outlook for the rest of the season on paper? Just getting to bowl eligibility is the […]
— Yahoo Sports

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