NC State vs East Carolina Week 1 Game: Channel, Time, TV Schedule

The NC State football team is gearing up for an exciting season as they kicked off their preseason practice on July 30th. Fans are eagerly anticipating their first game against the East Carolina Pirates, which is set to take place on Thursday at 7 p.m. at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh.

Under the leadership of head coach Dave Doeren, the Wolfpack is looking to bounce back from a challenging season last year. Despite facing some struggles, the team is determined to make a comeback and show their strength on the field. The game marks an exciting beginning to what promises to be an action-packed season.

Quarterback CJ Bailey, along with linebackers Caden Fordham and Sean Brown, defensive lineman Brandon Cleveland, and offensive lineman Anthony Carter Jr. will lead the Wolfpack as captains for the 2025 season. Meanwhile, East Carolina is gearing up for an interesting season under head coach Blake Harrell.

For fans looking to catch the NC State vs. East Carolina game, it will be broadcast nationally on the ACC Network. Wes Durham and Steve Addazio will provide commentary from the booth, while Dana Boyle will be reporting from the sidelines. In addition to traditional TV viewing, streaming options are available, including a free trial on Fubo for new subscribers.

The game is scheduled to kick off at 7 p.m., giving fans an exciting evening of college football action. For those unable to watch, radio coverage will be provided by Matt Chazanow, Johnny Evans, and Tony Haynes on the Wolfpack Sports Network. Local radio listeners can tune in to 101.5 FM, while online streaming is available through The Varsity Network and channel 85 on Sirius/XM.

As the anticipation builds for the NC State vs. ECU matchup, odds courtesy of BetMGM predict a thrilling game with the Wolfpack coming out on top. With a projected score of N.C. STATE 34, EAST CAROLINA 20, fans can expect an exciting and competitive showdown on the field. Get ready for an epic night of college football excitement as the Wolfpack takes on the Pirates in what promises to be a memorable season opener.