#89
Gus Ritchey
Returning to NC State for 2026
R-Jr. · Pittsboro, N.C. → Cary
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Gus Ritchey
Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
Career Arc
HS
Recruit
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CFB
College
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NFL
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How he plays
2026 Outlook
NC State
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Tight end · NC State
Returning around him
- 95% of 2024 offensive production back (Strong continuity)
- 2 NC State players drafted to NFL
- Transfer portal: -2 net (20 in / 22 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
NC State · Last season: 8-5 · Talent rank #45 · 2026 recruiting class #49
Heisman trajectory
Heisman Trajectory · 2025
Peak #3439
Peaked at #3439 this season.
Background
AS A FRESHMAN (2025): • Joined the Wolfpack in December and traveled to the bowl game. • Enrolled in January of 2025. HIGH SCHOOL: • Played in 28 career prep games for coach Coleman Tyrance. • Career Stats: Scored 22 TDs while pulling down 104 receptions for 2,100 rec yards. On defense, notched 2...