#84
Stephen Brown
Returning to NC State for 2026
Chicago, Ill. → Marist
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Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
Career Arc
HS
Recruit
★★★
CFB
College
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NFL
NFL Draft
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Splits & context
Supporting Cast · Scheme
Staff and system around the player
Head Coach
Dave Doeren
How he plays
2026 Outlook
NC State
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Tight end · NC State
Returning around him
- 60% of 2024 offensive production back (Solid 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
Background
• Played for Coach Michael Fitzgerald at Marist High School. • Senior Stats: Finished his senior season with 33 receptions for 369 yards and five touchdowns. • Rankings: 3-star, No. 85 ATH nationally, No. 62 prospect in Illinois. • Dual-sport athlete who received offers to play basketball at seve...
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