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Coach's corner: NC State NT signee Carmelo McKenzie ready to contribute early

Jacey Zembalby: Jacey Zembal02/17/26JaceyZembal
Carmelo McKenzie
NC State nose tackle signee Carmelo McKenzie of Bradenton (Fla.) IMG Academy is a Rivals three-star prospect in the class of 2026. (Contributed photo)

NC State made Bradenton (Fla.) IMG Academy nose tackle Carmelo McKenzie feel wanted during the recruiting cycle, and he became the first football recruit the powerful program has sent to Raleigh.

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