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5 reasons why Louisville football will beat NC State

By Derek Snyder

Sep 9, 2016; Syracuse, NY, USA; Louisville Cardinals quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) walks off the field following the game against the Syracuse Orange at the Carrier Dome. Louisville defeated Syracuse 62-28. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 9, 2016; Syracuse, NY, USA; Louisville Cardinals quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) walks off the field following the game against the Syracuse Orange at the Carrier Dome. Louisville defeated Syracuse 62-28. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports /
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We take a look at five reasons why the Louisville football team will beat the NC State Wolfpack on Saturday.

The Louisville football team is looking to bounce back after a close win against the Duke Blue Devils last Friday night. At the same time, the NC State Wolfpack are trying to shake off a close loss to Clemson where their kicker missed the game-winning field goal and lost in overtime. It was an interesting weekend for both football programs.

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There are a lot of people who think that the Wolfpack could also push the Cardinals to the brink on Saturday, just like they did against Clemson. Their defense is very stout, but like everyone else, they have their flaws. The only difference is that Louisville’s flaws are much less significant than the Wolfpack’s.

The good news is that Lamar Jackson is still running away win the Heisman race and he has made every major new outlet’s midseason All-American teams. He should be able to slowly pick apart NC State on Saturday and lead the Cardinals to being bowl-eligible.

It feels pretty good to find six wins through seven games doesn’t it? Well, the Cards will have to prove it on the field on Saturday if they want to get their sixth win of the season.

Here are the 5 reasons why Louisville will beat NC State on Saturday.

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