NC State Wolfpack: Doeren To Remain In Raleigh
After rumors regarding a move to Knoxville, NC State head coach Dave Doeren restructured his contract with the university to stay as the Wolfpack’s leader.
Much can change in the span of 24 hours. The possibility that NC State football head coach Dave Doeren would leave the Wolfpack to join the Tennessee Volunteers appeared all but certain.
However, Doeren soothed Wolfpack Nation’s fears by planting his feet firmly in Raleigh. Also, contract negotiations agreed upon by Doeren and Athletic Director Deborah Yow helped too. According to WRAL, the supposed deal extends Doeren’s tenure up until 2022 and includes a $3 million annual salary. The NC State Board of Trustees will meet Friday to finalize the offer.
"My heart is at NC State." @StateCoachD #1Pack1Goal 🐺🐺🏈https://t.co/wQwTDn8nMQ
— NC State Football (@PackFootball) November 30, 2017
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With the future of the Wolfpack’s head coach solidified, the NC State football program can continue building. Not only does the Pack have one more game to play, but Doeren still has the prospect of adding to its recruiting class.
Ultimately, Doeren’s supposed departure tilted the negotiations into Doeren’s favor. However, with the steady increase in success year after year, he’s built enough trust to justify the raise.
Love him or hate him, it would have been a setback for NC State if Doeren had left. The recruiting network in NC alone would have taken some time to rebuild.
— Rob McLamb (@RobMcLamb) November 30, 2017
One thing overlooked, the last 24 hours: Dave Doeren has put together an excellent staff. This new deal with State will help him keep it together
— Joe Giglio (@giglio_OG) November 30, 2017
This is massive news for NC State fans. With one of the best recruiting classes in years coming in and a huge in-home visit with Payton Wilson tonight, Doeren getting this deal done gives him all the chips he needs tonight.
— Pack Pride (@PackPride) November 30, 2017
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As critical as Wolfpack Nation seems to be toward Doeren, his progress alongside perennial powerhouses like Clemson, Florida State, and Louisville can’t be overlooked. With an 8-4 season and the possibility for a ninth win this season, Doeren and the Wolfpack can resume working toward the task at hand. NC State’s bowl destination will be revealed following the conference championships this weekend.