NC State defeats Virginia Tech in college football action
By Ethan Hyman
The No. 24 N.C. State Wolfpack defeated the Virginia Tech Hokies 22-21 Thursday night, Oct. 27, 2022 in Raleigh.
The Pack started quarterback Jack Chambers, but MJ Morris took over the duties in the second half. Virginia Tech jumped out to a quick lead in the third quarter, but State rallied late in the third and into the fourth quarter, scoring 19 unanswered points.
N.C. State quarterback MJ Morris (16) celebrates with fans after N.C. State’s 22-21 victory over Virginia Tech at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
N.C. State wide receiver Thayer Thomas (5) heads to the end zone while scoring on a 18-yard touchdown reception during the second half of N.C. State’s 22-21 victory over Virginia Tech at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
N.C. State linebacker Payton Wilson (11) sacks Virginia Tech quarterback Grant Wells (6) during the first half of N.C. State’s game against Virginia Tech at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
N.C. State wide receiver Terrell Timmons Jr. (82) pulls in a long reception as Virginia Tech defensive back Mansoor Delane (23) defends during the second half of N.C. State’s 22-21 victory over Virginia Tech at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
N.C. State running back Jordan Houston (3) tries to break free from Virginia Tech defensive lineman TyJuan Garbutt (45) during the first half of N.C. State’s game against Virginia Tech at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
N.C. State head coach Dave Doeren heads onto the field with the team before N.C. State’s game against Virginia Tech at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
N.C. State quarterback MJ Morris (16) celebrates with Trent Pennix (6) after Pennix scored on a 7-yard touchdown reception during the second half of N.C. State’s 22-21 victory over Virginia Tech at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
N.C. State wide receiver Darryl Jones (11) looks to gain yards after making a reception as Virginia Tech defensive back Armani Chatman (9) tries to tackle him during the first half of N.C. State’s game against Virginia Tech at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
The Wolfpack football team locks arms during an ACC unity moment before N.C. State’s game against Virginia Tech at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
N.C. State linebacker Drake Thomas (32) celebrates after sacking Virginia Tech quarterback Grant Wells during the second half of N.C. State’s 22-21 victory over Virginia Tech at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. Payton Wilson (11) celebrates with Thomas. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
N.C. State running back Demarcus Jones II (28) breaks free from a Virginia Tech defender during the first half of N.C. State’s game against Virginia Tech at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
N.C. State quarterback MJ Morris (16) heads to the locker room after N.C. State’s 22-21 victory over Virginia Tech at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
N.C. State running back Jordan Houston (3) gains yards during the second half of N.C. State’s 22-21 victory over Virginia Tech at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
N.C. State quarterback MJ Morris (16) throws as Virginia Tech defensive lineman Mario Kendricks (22) pressures him during the second half of N.C. State’s 22-21 victory over Virginia Tech at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
N.C. State head coach Dave Doeren prepares to lead his team out onto the field before N.C. State’s game against Virginia Tech at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
Fans cheer on the Wolfpack during the second half of N.C. State’s 22-21 victory over Virginia Tech at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
N.C. State quarterback Jack Chambers (14) dives for yards during the first half of N.C. State’s game against Virginia Tech at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
N.C. State quarterback MJ Morris (16) tries to stiff-arm Virginia Tech defensive lineman TyJuan Garbutt (45) during the first half of N.C. State’s game against Virginia Tech at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
N.C. State linebacker Payton Wilson (11) celebrates after sacking Virginia Tech quarterback Grant Wells (6) during the first half of N.C. State’s game against Virginia Tech at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
N.C. State head coach Dave Doeren cheers on the team at the start of the fourth quarter during N.C. State’s 22-21 victory over Virginia Tech at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
N.C. State athletics director Boo Corrigan talks with quarterback MJ Morris (16) after N.C. State’s 22-21 victory over Virginia Tech at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
N.C. State quarterback MJ Morris (16) passes during the second half of N.C. State’s 22-21 victory over Virginia Tech at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
Fans look up at the scoreboard after Virginia Tech scored during the second half of N.C. State’s 22-21 victory over Virginia Tech at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
N.C. State head coach Dave Doeren walks the sideline during the first half of N.C. State’s game against Virginia Tech at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
N.C. State wide receiver Thayer Thomas (5) gets ready to head out onto the field to warmup before N.C. State’s game against Virginia Tech at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
N.C. State offensive coordinator Tim Beck talks with quarterbacks MJ Morris (16) and Jack Chambers (14) as they warm up before N.C. State’s game against Virginia Tech at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
Wolfpack fans try to catch a t-shirt thrown by head coach Dave Doeren before N.C. State’s game against Virginia Tech at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
N.C. State head coach Dave Doeren walks out onto the field to thank the fans before N.C. State’s game against Virginia Tech at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
