NC State is starting the 2024-25 season in a familiar spot in the Pomeroy Ratings, at No. 52. State began last season at 61, and has occupied similar territory quite a bit recently. The Wolfpack ended last season at No. 45.
Here’s a look at the ACC, with projected win-loss records in league play:
State is firmly in the second tier, which is plenty fair after last season. I think this team has a chance to be better than its initial projection, but it’s pretty tough to guess at how Kevin Keatts’ latest roster makeover will work out. If the Pack can carry over at least some of the defensive gains it made in the postseason this spring, it’ll be in business.
The ratings are understandably skeptical on that front, though the offense is projected to be slightly better.
In the non-conference, State is matched up with three teams in the top 20: Kansas (6), Purdue (10), and Texas (18). A potential matchup with Mississippi (47) also looms. If State can find a win or two in there, it should be in good shape headed into January.