Vanderbilt scores late fumble recovery to stun NC State 35-31
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 8:40 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
In a dramatic finish on September 19, Vanderbilt edged NC State, recovering a fumble for a touchdown with six seconds remaining. NC State, leading 31-28 and trying to run out the clock, saw quarterback CJ Bailey fumble when pressured by Miles Capers. This unexpected turn of events allowed Vanderbilt to secure the win at home. Both teams now move forward, with Vanderbilt scheduled to play at Auburn next week.
- •Vanderbilt recovers a fumble in the end zone for a game-winning score.
- •NC State led 31-28 with under a minute left in regulation.
- •CJ Bailey attempted to run out the clock but was pressured into a fumble.
- •Miles Capers was the defender who forced the fumble.
- •Vanderbilt will face Auburn on September 26.
- 8:40 PMYahoo Sports — What happened at the end of NC State-Vanderbilt? Breakdown of shocking finish
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