NC State quarterback CJ Bailey spoke for the first time after a fumble in the end zone with one second remaining that turned a potential victory into a loss against Vanderbilt.
Bailey said his primary objective on the play was to “get all the clock out,” indicating he was focused on running down the remaining time rather than risking a turnover.
He acknowledged the outcome, stating, “I fumbled the ball,” and accepted responsibility for the mistake that ended the game.
The fumble occurred as the Wolfpack attempted to seal the win, and the resulting turnover gave Vanderbilt the chance to secure a shocking victory over the North Carolina State team.
Bailey’s comments provide insight into the split‑second decision‑making that can determine the result of tightly contested college football games.
<small>Source: ESPN — read the original story there.</small>
