NC State football predictions: Western Carolinaby:Ethan McDowell•08/28/24•ethanmmcdowellRead In AppNov 4, 2023; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina State Wolfpack head coach Dave Doeren (center) lead his team onto the field prior to a game against the Miami Hurricanes at Carter-Finley Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Kinnan-USA TODAY SportsNC State football kicks off its season Thursday against Western Carolina. Here are our predictions for the week one showdown.