Dave Doeren shuts down any retirement speculation at NC State

Dave Doeren Confirms Commitment to NC State

Throughout Dave Doeren's 13-year tenure at NC State, the football program has experienced consistent but limited success. Since taking over in 2013, the Wolfpack have won between seven and nine games every season except one from 2014 to 2023, but never exceeded nine wins. Each nine-win season earned the team an AP Top 25 ranking.

Despite approaching the ACC Championship game several times, NC State has yet to make the trip from Raleigh to Charlotte for the title contest. This steady pattern of solid performance often leads to coaching changes, as seen elsewhere:

However, Doeren remains steadfast in his role and shows no signs of quitting. Reflecting on his current mindset, he told ESPN's Inside ACCess podcast:

"I'm having a blast. I have four years left on my contract, I fully expect to coach in. So unless they kick me out of here, I'm going to keep coming to work and doing everything I can to help NC State. There's meat on the bone for me, personally."

Doeren's outlook suggests he is focused on building on his foundation rather than seeking retirement or departure.

Author's Summary

Dave Doeren dismisses retirement talk, emphasizing his dedication to NC State with four years left on his contract and a strong commitment to the program's future growth.

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Footballscoop Footballscoop — 2025-11-08

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