ACC Football: Power Rankings after end of regular season

Nov 26, 2016; Tallahassee, FL, USA; Florida State Seminoles quarterback Deondre Francois (12), defensive end Demarcus Walker (44), and running back Dalvin Cook (4) celebrate after the Seminoles beat the Florida Gators at Doak Campbell Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Melina Vastola-USA TODAY Sports /

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Nov 25, 2016; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; Mandatory Credit: Rob Kinnan-USA TODAY Sports /

The NC State Wolfpack won their final game of the season to qualify for a bowl game for the third straight year. They beat the North Carolina Tar Heels to close out the season with a 3-5 record in ACC play.

The Wolfpack have beaten the Tar Heels twice in the last three games. This time around, the Wolfpack jumped out to a 28-7 lead entering the fourth quarter and held on for the victory.

Running back Matt Dayes ran the ball 26 times for 104 yards and two touchdowns. Dayes finishes the season with eight games with 100 yards rushing or more. Hybrid back Jaylen Samuels threw a 59-yard touchdown pass and also ran for a four-yard touchdown.

The offense outgained the Tar Heels 492-413 in total offense and earned 24 first downs to North Carolina’s 20. It was a good way to finish a roller coaster season for the Wolfpack.

Whats Next?

The Wolfpack will await their bowl fate. They are 1-1 in their last two bowl appearances. Current projections have NC State playing UTSA in the Quick Lane Bowl.

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