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Todd Goebbel takes over as interim head coach for NC State football

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 10:48 PM

Last updated Oct 26, 2026

Todd Goebbel takes over as interim head coach for NC State football

Summary

Todd Goebbel has been named the interim head coach for NC State following the midseason firing of Dave Doeren. Doeren's departure comes after a loss at Stanford, marking the end of his 14-year tenure, during which he became the program's winningest coach. Goebbel, who has been with the staff since 2019, aims to lead the team through the final five games of the season, starting with a home game against California. Defensive coordinator DJ Eliot was also dismissed after the recent loss, prompting additional changes in the coaching staff.

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By the Numbers

•Goebbel previously served as running backs coach and special teams coordinator.
•NC State is currently 3-4 overall and 1-3 in the ACC.
•Doeren's termination followed a disappointing performance against Stanford.
•Assistant Charlton Warren will assume defensive playcalling duties.
•The Wolfpack plays California next Saturday.

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10:48 PMYahoo Sports — NC State, Goebbel turn attention forward after Doeren's midseason firing

What they're saying

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(AP) — Todd Goebbel had spent the past eight seasons working under Dave Doeren at N. It's no surprise then that his former boss' influence remains as he takes over as the Wolfpack's interim head coach following Doeren's midseason firing.
— Yahoo Sportsby AARON BEARD

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