If you've ever seen a head coaching posting for NC State, you might have seen something in the requirements section that mentions that the individual applying must be obsessed with talking about the University of North Carolina.
Will Wade has shown he's already developed an obsession with the Tar Heels, and Dave Doeren continues to make it clear the UNC football program is often on his mind.
Dave Doeren is fired up for next week
Shortly after his team's victory over Florida State, Doeren was already prepared to discuss next week's regular season finale against Bill Belichick and the UNC football program.
The head coach of the Wolfpack has high expectations for the game.
NC State coach Dave Doeren was reflective and fired up after his injury-laden team beat Florida State.
— Noah Fleischman (@fleischman_noah) November 22, 2025
"I expect a crazy ass crowd next week. I mean crazy ... against the baby blue. Make sure you show up."
This clip is worth the watch: pic.twitter.com/1BPFpDV3hR
"I expect a crazy a** crowd next week. I mean crazy ... against the baby blue. Make sure you show up."
Where do we begin...
For starters, it would be SO nice for this team to beat NC State. Not only are they coming off a brutal loss to Duke, but are taking the field for the final time this season. A win over the Wolfpack won't extend the Tar Heels season, but it could push Doeren out the door in Raleigh, as his job security isn't all that secure at the moment.
Plus, North Carolina has had a tough time against Doeren, who is 8-4 all-time against them.
Of course, we all expect it to be rowdy in Raleigh on Saturday night. A visit from big brother is always a special occasion, as this game serves as a Super Bowl for those in red.
Also, where did this dude get baby blue from?! He's been around quite a while now and should know it's Carolina blue. It's not that tough to remember!
It would be epic for the UNC football program to go into Raleigh and pull off a season-ending victory. While Doeren has had most of the fun against the Tar Heels in his tenure at NC State, it would be hilarious if a loss to the UNC football program is the one that finally makes them move on from him as their head coach.
Maybe once he leaves Raleigh, he'll realize the Tar Heels wear Carolina blue!