How Do CJ Bailey, NC State Football Recover from Vanderbilt Collapse? | Coffee With Cory
By this point, everyone is well aware of what took place on Saturday in Nashville. With one second remaining on the clock, CJ Bailey was strip-sacked in the end zone, allowing Vanderbilt to recover it for a touchdown and the 35-31 win. The Wolfpack might have only moved to 1-2 on the season, but left Nashville needing to recover from one of the worst losses in college football history. On this episode of Coffee With Cory, we take a look back at what unfolded 48 hours later, how Dave Doeren managed the game prior to CJ Bailey fumbling the ball and the impossible task of moving forward from this loss. Get all of that and more on the latest Coffee With Cory!
20 Sept 2026
NC State Fumbles Away Befuddling 35-31 Loss at Vanderbilt | Postgame Podcast
NC State football snatched defeat from the jaws of victory on the road, falling to Vanderbilt, 35-31, in unbelievable fashion on Saturday afternoon. The Wolfpack (1-2, 0-1 ACC) came away with what should have been a game-sealing interception by Brody Barnhardt with just over one minute left to play, but a fumble in the end zone by CJ Bailey with one second remaining led to a touchdown by Vanderbilt to pull out the win.On this episode of the Postgame Podcast, Pack Power Editor Cory Smith and football analyst Michael Clark will have immediate analysis from NC State vs. Vanderbilt, highlight standout players from the game and break down what it means moving forward. Get all of that and more on the latest Postgame Podcast!0:00 Analyzing the collapse11:20 Offensive performance review14:40 Defensive struggles 17:01 Critique of final play 21:27 Coaching and accountability 25:15 The road ahead 34:02 Personnel and team reality 37:24 Defensive consistency issues 40:32 Final look at game decisions 47:44 Closing thoughts
18 Sept 2026
Pack Priorities, Prediction for NC State vs. Vanderbilt football 2026 | Coffee With Cory
NC State football is less than 24 hours away from one of the most critical litmus tests of the season against Vanderbilt in Nashville. The Wolfpack is seeking a 2-1 start to the season, and a first Power Four non-conference road win under Dave Doeren to erase the stench of an ugly Week 0 loss.On this episode of Coffee With Cory, we'll take a look at the Pack Priorities for NC State football to get a win on offense and defense, along with a prediction for Saturday's crucial non-conference contest. Get all of that and more on the latest Coffee With Cory!
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