Dave Doeren Shuts Down Retirement Speculation at NC State
Dave Doeren has been leading NC State's football program for 13 years, maintaining steady performance much like living in a New York City apartment where the floor is close to the ceiling. Since taking the job in 2013, NC State has consistently won between seven and nine games in every season except one from 2014 to 2023, never surpassing nine wins.
The team's 9-win seasons coincided with finishing in the AP Top 25 rankings, each time close to competing in the ACC Championship but never making the short trip from Raleigh to Charlotte for the game. This kind of consistent success often leads to coaching changes, sometimes beneficial and sometimes not.
Context of Coaching Changes in College Football
- Georgia replaced Mark Richt with Kirby Smart, which was considered an upgrade.
- Minnesota fired Glen Mason after six bowl appearances in seven years and then had only two bowl games in the following five seasons.
Despite pressure and comparisons, Doeren has shown no signs of changing his approach or stepping away.
“I'm having a blast,” Doeren told ESPN's Inside ACCess podcast. “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 remains committed to his role, focusing on continued growth and success at NC State.
Author’s Summary
Dave Doeren confidently dismisses retirement rumors, reaffirming his commitment to NC State football and aiming to build further on consistent program success.