Last-minute defensive stand gives NC State victory over East Carolina in season opener | NYGazet

NC State led 17-0 in the first half, but needed a fourth-down stop in the final minute to preserve its 24-17 victory over East Carolina on Thursday.

RALEIGH — Last-game melee aside, NC State coach Dave Doeren was embarrassed by his team’s defensive performance and the 326 yards rushing it allowed in last year’s Military Bowl loss to East Carolina. He feels a lot better now. The Wolfpack defense s... [5043 chars]