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Memorial Stadium Showdown: North Carolina State Wolfpack Falls to Clemson Tigers in Football Game

In a competitive encounter at Memorial Stadium, the North Carolina State Wolfpack's record now stands at 8-5 after a hard-fought game against the Clemson Tigers, who improved their record to 11-3. The final score read 20-30 in favor of the home team.


Oct 1, 2022; Clemson, South Carolina, USA; Clemson Tigers cornerback Nate Wiggins (20) breaks up a pass intended for North Carolina State Wolfpack wide receiver Thayer Thomas (5) during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Ruinard-USA TODAY Sports

The North Carolina State Wolfpack entered the turf with determination, but despite their efforts, they were unable to secure victory. The offense managed to accumulate a total of 279 yards throughout the game. The passing game contributed significantly with quarterback throwing for 245 yards and achieving a passer rating of around 104. However, an interception by the opposition was one setback for them.


The rushing attack struggled against a stout defense, managing only 34 yards on 21 attempts. Despite this challenge, they did find the end zone once on a short four-yard burst which was also their longest rush of the day. In terms of scoring through kicks, field goal execution was flawless with two successful attempts out of two; including one from just shy of half-century mark at 49 yards.


Oct 1, 2022; Clemson, South Carolina, USA; Clemson Tigers linebacker Keith Maguire (30) tackles North Carolina State Wolfpack running back Demie Sumo-Karngbaye (0) during the third quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Ruinard-USA TODAY Sports

Penalties were an area that hurt both teams; however, it was particularly impactful for NCST who incurred ten penalties amounting to 86 yards lost. This hindered momentum and possibly cost them crucial advances during key moments in the game.


On special teams play, NCST kickers ensured that three out of four kickoffs resulted in touchbacks while punting averaged about forty-one yards across four attempts with one landing inside the twenty-yard line.


As for red zone efficiency – it was perfect as every trip inside resulted in points on board – three out of three times they came away with scores which is indicative of effective execution when it mattered most.


Looking ahead after this tough outing at Memorial Stadium against Clemson Tigers football team where fans filled all eighty-one thousand five hundred seats creating an electrifying atmosphere; NCST will be hosting Florida State Seminoles at Wayne Day Family Field at Carter-Finley Stadium located in Raleigh under zip code area -27607. This upcoming contest is scheduled for October ninth and will be broadcasted live on ACC Network available via satellite channel six hundred twelve ensuring fans won't miss any action from next week's gridiron battle.

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