True freshman quarterback C.J. Bailey exceeding expectations after career outing for NC State

When 2024 three-star quarterback C.J. Bailey stepped foot on campus for the NC State Wolfpack back in the offseason, it seemed like there was a clear progression plan for the freshman.

The Wolfpack had landed experienced Coastal Carolina transfer Grayson McCall to lead the way. McCall threw for over 10,000 yards with the Chanticleers and the Wolfpack looked to develop their younger quarterbacks in the background for the future.

However, those plans quickly shifted in Week 3 when McCall suffered an undisclosed injury, forcing the true freshman Bailey into action late in the first half. At the time, NC State was trailing 7-6 and it seemed like things were

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