Wolfpack Star Running Back Reacts to Wake Forest Win

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — North Carolina State moved to 3-0 with a 34-24 win over the Wake Forest Demon Deacons on Thursday at Allegacy Stadium. Once again, the Wolfpack proved it’s a four-quarter game, coming back from a 14-0 deficit in the first quarter and dominating in the second half.

Running back Hollywood Smothers dominated for the second straight week on the ground. The sophomore didn’t get in the end zone in the game, but he set a new career rushing record with 164 yards on 24 attempts. It was his third game with over 100 rushing yards out of his last seven appearances spanning back to the 2024 season.

Following the impressive performance, Smothers spoke to members of the media about his own performance and the early successes of the Wolfpack.

Watch Smothers’ Press Conference here

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