Locked On Wolfpack - Daily Podcast On North Carolina State Athletics
Locked On Wolfpack podcast is the daily podcast that keeps you ahead of the games and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the North Carolina State Wolfpack. Hosted by Grayson Boone and former Wolfpack defensive tackle Kenton Gibbs, the Locked On Wolfpack podcast provides your daily NC State Wolfpack fix with expert opinions, film reviews, interviews with athletes and coaches, recaps, local analysis, and coverage of all things ‘Pack. From the electrifying atmosphere at Carter-Finley Stadium to the courtside cheers at PNC Arena, and everywhere in between, the Locked On Wolfpack podcast takes you be...
ALPHA: How Much of NC State Football's Success in 2026 DEPENDS on QB CJ Bailey?
The Preseason attention surrounding Wolfpack QB CJ Bailey continues to heat up - is he ready to be a Top 10 QB in College Football? Can he push NC State higher?
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RIVALRY: NC State Basketball & UNC Tar Heels Keeping Tradition Alive in Non-Con Matchup?
As we mentioned yesterday, the Non-Con Matchup against UNC Basketball is now OFFICIAL. The State of North Carolina pushed this to happen? Net positive?
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ACC SQUAD - Ranking ACC Head Coaches | Where Dave Doeren sits
ACC head coaches see their rankings upended as Mario Cristobal surges to the top, while Clemson’s Dabo Swinney falls to third—raising eyebrows across college football. Can Virginia Tech’s James Franklin justify his controversial second-place ranking after a recent firing? The ACC squad breaks down Andy Staples’ latest coaching power list, debating surprising placements for Manny Diaz at Duke, Brent Key at Georgia Tech, and Bill Belichick’s stunning slide near the bottom. Is Wake Forest’s Jake Dickert poised to outperform expectations again?
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HUGE SPOT: Did NC State Basketball Tighten Up the Roster with JUCO Center Shah Hall?
After weeks of anticipation, Justin Gainey finally landed another key depth piece for the NC State Basketball roster. Do we now have all the rotational players?
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DEFINED SUCCESS? Can Justin Gainey make March Madness in Year 1? Can Dave Doeren Win 9+ Games?
NC State Wolfpack fans set high bars for Justin Gainey and Dave Doeren, as expectations heat up for basketball and football. How do we define their success in 2026?
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TOP 10? What are the 10 BEST MOMENTS for the NC State Wolfpack in the last 10 YEARS?
Today is the 10th Anniversary of the Locked On Podcast Network! A lot happened in the last 10 years. Especially for NC State. What are the Top 10 Wolfpack moments?
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TRENDING: NC State Basketball receiving positive news for Gainey's Program?
The majority of Justin Gainey's Year 1 squad has now arrived on campus, and potential final pieces are pending. Positive momentum heading into the Summer?
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OPTIONS? NC State Basketball to host a Big Man this Weekend - Roster Clarity?
It's been quiet for NC State Basketball... a little too quiet. That may change this weekend however, as Justin Gainey is hosting a JUCO Center. Moves coming?
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ACC SQUAD - The CHAOTIC Brendan Sorsby situation | How it impacts NC State
Texas Tech storms into the spotlight as college football’s ultimate villain following the Brendan Sorsby gambling injunction. With Sorsby facing only a two-game suspension despite over 9,000 bets—including wagers against his own Indiana Hoosiers—ACC experts question whether the NCAA still has any authority and if the integrity of the sport is at risk. Is this the moment the SEC and Big Ten finally seize the initiative to form a Super League, or will Texas Tech’s actions ignite overdue reforms? The ACC Squad breaks down Texas Tech’s polarizing defense of Sorsby and billionaire booster Cody Campbell’s powerful i...
STOCK UP! NC State Football's FUTURE slowly getting brighter with Gunner Rivers?
The pictures of Gunner Rivers's Official Visit pictures continue to hit the internet... is this kid going to be READY from Day 1 at NC State?
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OUTRAGE: How could Brendan Sorsby POSSIBLY be ruled ELIGIBLE for College Football?
Today, we witnessed perhaps the most UNSERIOUS decision in the history of College Football. And that's saying a lot in the last 6 years. Sorsby is eligible? WHAT?
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WHIFF: NC State Basketball slated to play South Carolina in ACC/SEC Challenge - NOT LSU?
To the surprise of very few, the ACC & SEC have elected NOT to give the people what they want. NC State Basketball is slated to face South Carolina instead of LSU.
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ACC SQUAD - The ACC is in a DEBT CRISIS | What this means for NC State
ACC teams are facing a staggering $55 million average net operating loss, fueling urgent questions about the future of college sports. Will massive booster contributions and student fees be enough to sustain programs as the financial gap between the ACC, SEC, and Big Ten grows? The ACC Squad unpacks NCAA fiscal reports, dissect the sustainability of the current funding model, and debate the potential for seismic shifts—including breakaway powerhouses and changes to media rights distribution. Controversy deepens as the crew critiques the ACC’s baffling basketball scheduling, proposing geographic pods to cut travel and preserve rivalries like North Carolina Tar...
CANCELLED: NC State Football no longer playing Virginia in BRAZIL?
NC State & Virginia announced today the Season Opener in Brazil is being relocated back to Charlottesville. What a mess. Always knew this was a bad idea...
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ALPHA: RB Duke Scott EARNS Leadership Role for NC State Football - BREAKOUT?
High honors aren't given - they're EARNED. RB Duke Scott has just earned one of the top NC State Football honors there is - the #1 Jersey. Breakout year loading?
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OPPORTUNITY: Can NC State Baseball SEIZE the Moment in the Auburn Regional?
The NCAA Baseball Tournament delivers every single year. In first 6 hours of the 1st Day, it's delivered a big time moment for NC State. Can they capitalize?!
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DYING LEAGUE? ACC Basketball Continues to Kill Off Local Traditions for NC State!
The ACC released the Conference Matchups for next Basketball Season ... NC State has WHO in a Home & Home??? ACC legacies continues to wither away...
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ACC SQUAD - The ACC's LAUGHING STOCK | Bill Belichick is FAILING at North Carolina
ACC football recruiting faces a shock as North Carolina stalls under Bill Belichick—no four-star recruits and uncertainty swirling around the program’s direction. Is Belichick’s NFL pedigree enough, or are systemic issues holding the Tar Heels back from their “sleeping giant” potential? Analysts debate UNC’s future, the impact of key administrative missteps, and whether a coaching change is the answer to beat perennial ACC and SEC recruiting powerhouses. Elsewhere, the crew highlights Clemson’s stagnant strategies under Dabo Swinney, with rival coaches questioning their offensive evolution and player development. SMU garners surprising praise for its recruiting consistency an...
FINALIZING? Can NC State Basketball Finish the Deal for a Backup Center?
Emeka Opurum from Auburn visited NC State a week ago now - is no news... good news? Is it bad news? Can NC State finish the deal?
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EUROSTEPPIN': Justin Gainey LANDS International Big Man Robert Jurković - Key Piece?
Another big man! Justin Gainey uses a European pipeline to add his 12th Player of the Year 1 Roster. Slovenian Forward Robert Jurković is a Wolfpacker!
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MOMENTUM: NC State Football Stacking Up 2027 Class - Big Time POTENTIAL?
2 more big additions to NC State Football's 2027 Class - both literally and figuratively. The Wolfpack's recruiting class around Gunner is slowly stacking bricks...
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...RETIRING: NC State Baseball Coach Elliott Avent to RETIRE after 30 Years - LEGEND!
Very bittersweet, but expected Thursday news - longtime NC State Baseball Head Coach Elliott Avent has announced his retirement following the 2026 Season. An NC State Legend through and through. A one of a kind man.
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ACC SQUAD - Why a 24 team College Football Playoff would be AWESOME for NC State
ACC expansion to a 24-team College Football Playoff could set the stage for chaos and upsets—can Miami, Louisville, or SMU shake up the SEC and Big Ten’s dominance? The ACC Squad breaks down the unpredictable impact of expanding the playoff field, highlighting sleeper ACC quarterbacks like Mason Heintschel (Pitt) and CJ Bailey (NC State), and debating the league’s most explosive running backs.
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GUARDS! NC State Basketball Lands ANOTHER Guard, Comeh Emuobor - Raleigh Native!
ANOTHER Guard? Yes, Justin Gainey has landed yet another Guard to his Year 1 Roster. Rolling DEEP in the Back Court now, adding Comeh Emuobor to the mix.
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PROSPECT! NC State Basketball Adds Jacari Brim - Back Court Depth for Roster
Another sneaky commitment in the bag for Justin Gainey, adding more depth to the Roster. Jacari Brim, a transfer from App State, has chosen to run with the Pack.
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VISION: Justin Gainey Shares his VISION for NC State Basketball - Wolfpack in Good Hands?
After a month & a half of working behind closed doors, Justin Gainey speaks! Met with the media this week to discuss his first month & program plans.
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ACC SQUAD - The ACC HATES Notre Dame | Why NC State is UPSET
Notre Dame's favorable ACC deal ignites backlash across the conference. Are the Fighting Irish taking advantage of the system, or are envious ACC rivals just unwilling to take accountability? The ACC Squad break down explosive anonymous quotes from league insiders, spotlighting growing resentment over Notre Dame’s bowl privileges and football independence, and dissecting the fallout from recent ACC spring meetings at Amelia Island. The conversation also exposes how figures like Pete Bevacqua have handled criticism, and whether coaches and administrators are willing to put their name behind their frustration. The debate heats up over the 76-team NCAA basketball to...
PULSE: Justin Gainey Hire TRANSFORMING NC State Basketball? NC State Football Primed for Success?
Can Gainey’s defensive reputation compensate for a roster loaded with offensive firepower? Could an easy schedule and improved defense fuel a surprise ACC run for Wolfpack Football? Noah Teague of the NC State Technician joins us to share the Campus Pulse!
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EXPAND: Can NC State Football BUILD College Football Playoff Berths with EXPANDED Field?
The ACC Spring Meetings ignite debate over College Football Playoff expansion—could NC State Football finally seize their postseason moments under a new system?
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...CRITICAL: Is NC State Football's 2027 Class the KEY to Long-Term SUCCESS?
NC State Football’s future faces a pivotal checkpoint, as 2027 recruiting heats up. Can top QB prospect Gunner Rivers provide the foundation for greatness?
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...SHORTAGE? NC State Basketball Laboring to find Quality Front Court Depth?
NC State Basketball continues their search for front court depth, as transfer portal options dwindle. Have Justin Gainey and his staff waited too long, or could an international addition shake up the roster to provide security?
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ELITE: Justin Gainey Laying Groundwork with ELITE Prep Talent for NC State? | NC State Podcast
Justin Gainey had WHOOOO on campus? The #1 player in the 2027 Class? That would be CJ Rosser. Can NC State land elite in-state talent?
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...SIZE: Can NC State Basketball Find Functional Bigs to Finish Front Court?
In terms of Roster Spots remaining, NC State is looking at about 4-5 left. In terms of finding production from those, NC State is looking at roughly 2 more. Will they both be Front Court players?
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STARTERS? NC State Basketball's Roster – Does Justin Gainey have his KEY Portal Contributors?
NC State Basketball zeros in on its Starting Five, as Justin Gainey’s roster takes shape. With Paul McNeil, Preston Edmead and Kyle Evans poised for major roles, can this sharp-shooting lineup build defensive grit AND three-point dominance?
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FOR US: NC State Basketball KEEPS Paul McNeil Jr at Home — Loyalty and Trust Prevail!
NC State Basketball secures a MAJOR win as Paul McNeil Jr. commits to returning to the Wolfpack. After rejecting higher NIL offers & opportunities from LSU & Kentucky - can loyalty stay alive in college basketball’s wild transfer era?
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TIMELINE: NC State Basketball's High Pressure Transfer Portal Situations Ending Soon?
ANOTHER Week has come and gone. Still more questions than answers for NC State Basketball. What updates or developments might this weekend bring?
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...ACC SQUAD - Potential College Football Playoff EXPANSION | How this impacts NC State
ACC football faces a seismic shift as talk of a 24-team College Football Playoff heats up. Is this massive expansion a win for the sport, or just a cash grab that threatens classic rivalries and dilutes the value of regular season matchups? The ACC Squad debates the true motivations behind playoff growth and spotlight the risk of losing college football’s unique intensity. UNC’s stunning fall continues as Bill Belichick’s regime fails to deliver—no Tar Heels picked in the NFL Draft, sparking questions about his fit and future in Chapel Hill. Shifting to basketball, Duke emerges as the c...
UPSIDE: Former McDonald’s All-American Darius Adams JOINS NC State, Will He Improve Here?
NC State Basketball bolsters their Roster, as former McDonald’s All-American Darius Adams officially commits. Adams brings high-upside talent and much-needed versatility to Raleigh. Will Adams live up to his five-star billing and become the under-the-radar difference maker for Justin Gainey’s squad this season?
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PIPELINE: NC State Basketball LOCKS IN Kingston Whitty, First of Many In-State Talents?
NC State Basketball lands a top-10 in-state commitment, as Kingston Whitty joins Justin Gainey’s first recruiting class. Is this the early beginnings of a new “Hoop State” pipeline?
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LOGICAL: Darius Adams Looking for a Fresh Start with NC State Basketball? Good Match?
NC State Basketball eyes a major roster boost as former Maryland Terrapins 5-star guard Darius Adams becomes heavily linked to the program. Could Adams’ arrival benefit Justin Gainey’s first-year lineup? Will the depth and versatility be the true game-changers next season?
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