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What the news says about this game

Both teams are 2-2. Louisville, ranked 16th, lost to Wake Forest 30-27 on Sept 26 in an upset. NC State beat Appalachian State 41-31 on Sept 27, bouncing back from a shocking fumble-loss to Vanderbilt. The biggest storyline: Louisville QB Lincoln Kienholz is a game-time decision (reported Sept 28 by coach Jeff Brohm), which could fundamentally change the matchup if he cannot play.

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What it means for the players

TeamPlayerDirectionNote
LOUAntonio WattsoutLinebacker/safety will miss rest of season with knee injury.
NCSUCJ BaileyunchangedNC State QB addressed his Week 3 fumble vs Vanderbilt; led team to 41-31 victory over Appalachian State.
NCSUDuke Scottmore16-yard TD run with 5:08 left provided go-ahead score in 41-31 win over Appalachian State.

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