NC State Upsets No. 8 Georgia Tech in High-Scoring ACC Clash

NC State secured a significant 48-36 upset victory over No. 8 Georgia Tech, marking their first top-10 win since 2021 and ending Georgia Tech's undefeated streak this season. The Wolfpack's offense was dominant, accumulating 583 yards and scoring on eight of ten drives, led by sophomore quarterback CJ Bailey who threw for 340 yards and two touchdowns and rushed for another score. Freshman running back Duke Scott also had a standout performance with 196 yards and a touchdown on 24 carries. Despite missing key players due to injury, NC State's offense performed efficiently, while their defense contributed with strong tackling and key plays. The win was celebrated as a statement of resilience for the Wolfpack under coach Dave Doeren, who praised the team's complementary football and leadership. This upset shifted the competitive dynamics in the ACC, leaving only Virginia Cavaliers undefeated in conference play and sparking a mix of reactions and renewed hopes for both teams moving forward.