NC State football coach unimpressed with Bill Belichick question ahead of bowl game [Video]

The rivalry between N.C. State and North Carolina still runs deep even with the regular season officially wrapped. 

During a press conference with reporters Friday, Wolfpack head coach Dave Doeren didn’t appear pleased that the first question of his media session was about rival head coach Bill Belichick. 

“That’s the first question I’m going to get today? Shocker,” Doeren said.

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The question about the biggest news to hit the ACC this year was asked as N.C. State prepares for its bowl game against East Carolina, another in-state rival. 

Despite his initial remarks, Doeren did manage to welcome the famed former NFL coach to the conference before adding he’s not “really thinking” about North Carolina. 

“Well, one, welcome to the ACC, and [I’m] excited to compete against coach. Obviously, all coaches in the business have a great amount of respect and know what he’s done in the profession. So, for me as a competitor, I’m excited to compete. …