The Wolfpack survived a tough test from Northern Illinois and got a 24-17 win at home. NC State freshman QB C.J. Bailey passed for 108 yards and a touchdown, he also rushed for a touchdown. KC Concepcion saw the end zone for NC State. The 'Pack defense notched 4.0 sacks, 12.0 tackles for loss, 2 interceptions and forced 4 fumbles. State got their first scoop and score touchdown since 2002, when DK Kaufman returned his own forced fumble for a 2-yard touchdown.
