NC State Lineman Teague Andersen Named ACC Weekly Honoree
The ACC recognized the offensive center following his standout performance in a win over App State.
Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in Football
NC State offensive lineman Teague Andersen earned ACC Offensive Lineman of the Week honors on Monday. The recognition follows the Wolfpack's 41-31 victory over App State on Saturday.
Why it matters
Andersen secured the weekly accolade after recording a 92.77 percent grade from the coaching staff while anchoring the offensive line. He stepped into the center position to replace injured teammate Spike Sowells Jr.
Andersen logged 186 snaps at center this season and tallied five pancake blocks during the win against App State. He allowed zero quarterback pressures in the game, maintaining a season total of just four pressures across 140 pass-blocking snaps.
The players
Teague Andersen
He is an NC State offensive lineman who previously started 14 games at right tackle before moving to center.
Spike Sowells Jr.
He is an NC State offensive lineman currently sidelined by an injury.
Keenan Jackson
He is an NC State wide receiver who previously earned ACC Wide Receiver of the Week honors.
The details
Playing at the center position for the second consecutive week, Andersen helped lead a rushing attack that produced 206 yards on Saturday. The 6-foot-5, 322-pound lineman transitioned to this role after previously making 14 consecutive starts at right tackle.
Timeline
September 26, 2026: NC State defeated App State.
September 28, 2026: The ACC announced the award recipients.
The Big Picture
This award marks the latest installment in the conference's weekly recognition of top athletic performances. It follows the established selection criteria for the ACC's weekly football award program, which honors individual contributions each week of the season.
Andersen's performance at center stabilized the offensive line, directly facilitating the 206-yard rushing output against App State. His ability to prevent quarterback pressures provides the team with consistent protection as they move deeper into the season.
The takeaway
Andersen's rapid transition from right tackle to center highlights the importance of positional versatility on a collegiate offensive line. His clean sheet in pass protection underscores his role as a key protector for the team's quarterback.
Further reading
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