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NC State has released the depth chart for the season opener against East Carolina.
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The big news on offense is obviously the announcement of Matt McKay as the starter at QB. Also of note are the starters on the offensive line, including Emmanuel McGirt at LT, plus the four-headed starting group of RBs.
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On defense, the surprise is Val Martin beating out Alim McNeill for the starting interior spot, plus Joseph Boletepeli earning the starting DE spot opposite James Smith-Williams.
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On Special Teams, Trenton Gill will be your punter and Keyon Lesane will return kickoffs.