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Vanderbilt collapse increases pressure on Dave Doeren

Vanderbilt collapse increases pressure on Dave Doeren

National and regional coverage identifies Dave Doeren as facing meaningful job pressure, citing NC State's recent Power Four record, repeated blowout losses and an almost $21 million buyout. The Vanderbilt aftermath has intensified scrutiny of his game management and rallying ability, although he has accepted responsibility alongside Bailey and Roper and no coaching change has been reported.

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Updated Sep 23, 2026