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North Carolina State head coach Dave Doeren works with his team prior to an NCAA college football game against Ball State in Raleigh, N.C., Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019. (AP Photo/Karl B DeBlaker)
NC State, Florida State meet seeking consistency, QB answers

By Bob Ferrante Sep. 27, 2019 12:25 PM EDT

North Carolina State running back Jordan Houston (20) dives over East Carolina linebacker Chad Stephens (40) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Raleigh, N.C., Saturday, Aug. 31, 2019. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome)
McKay, stout defense lead NC State past East Carolina 34-6

By Aaron Beard Aug. 31, 2019 03:24 PM EDT

Mississippi State defensive end Montez Sweat (9) forces Auburn quarterback Jarrett Stidham (8) to fumble as he attempts to pass during the second half of their NCAA college football game in Starkville, Miss., Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018. Mississippi State won 23-9. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)
AP Top 25 Heat Check: Too much SEC? 8 is more than enough

By Ralph D. Russo Oct. 08, 2018 03:18 AM EDT