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NC State football game predictions: Virginia

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NC State QB CJ Bailey
Aug 28, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina State Wolfpack quarterback CJ Bailey (11) celebrates a touchdown during the first half of the game against East Carolina Pirates at Carter-Finley Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-Imagn Images

NC State and Virginia are set to clash as non-conference opponents for the first time since 1948. The two squads are 1-0 after season-opening victories, setting up a true test to see what the Cavaliers and Wolfpack are made of as they prepare to enter ACC play later this month. Here are TheWolfpacker.com’s predictions for NC State’s Saturday noon showdown with Virginia at Carter-Finley Stadium.