While I know teams are different from one year to the next, it is difficult to overlook last year's results for both teams, particularly when comparing common opponents. Last year the common opponents were Clemson & Vandy. The results were:
Clemson 24; NC State 17 (Overtime)
NC State 41; Vandy 17
Clemson 56; SC 7
SC 13; Vandy 10
When you go back and look at the statistics of these games, we were dreadful in most categories while NC State was respectable.
As I look at those stats, consider who is returning, and look at this year's game, it is tough to lay odds on SC winning. I see this as a very close game that could go either way. I don't think we will light up the scoreboard like some think and I think our defense should be improved from last year. In the end, I see NC State pulling this one out 24-20.
If this happens, lets not get down on this team. NC State is a solid team.
Clemson 24; NC State 17 (Overtime)
NC State 41; Vandy 17
Clemson 56; SC 7
SC 13; Vandy 10
When you go back and look at the statistics of these games, we were dreadful in most categories while NC State was respectable.
As I look at those stats, consider who is returning, and look at this year's game, it is tough to lay odds on SC winning. I see this as a very close game that could go either way. I don't think we will light up the scoreboard like some think and I think our defense should be improved from last year. In the end, I see NC State pulling this one out 24-20.
If this happens, lets not get down on this team. NC State is a solid team.