The Wolfpacker: An Independent Magazine Covering NC State Sports
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JULY/AUGUST 2020 ■ 19 TRACKING THE PACK ment preference or other snapping quirks? "I just try to get it wherever they want the ball. There wasn't anybody in particu- lar that voiced any preferences last season. They all stood back there ready. "Just like them, I have to play and worry about the defensive linemen after the snap." You had a new position coach last year in offensive line coach John Garrison. What's your relationship like with him, and how did he support you in your first year as a starter? "He was a huge help for me. When he first came in, he was able to get me to look at the small details of my game. He's definitely helped me take my game to the next level. "As an O-line, we've all been blessed to have him as a coach." What do you consider your best strength on the field? "My IQ is definitely up there. My expe- rience from playing on both sides of the ball helps me see things as they develop on the field." What made you pick NC State when you committed out of high school? "I wanted my mom and dad to be able to come to see me play, and NC State is about two hours from my hometown. "I also liked what Coach [Dave] Doeren was starting to build here. I saw that this was a program that was on the rise, and I wanted to be a part of that." You were the only player on offense last season to start in every game. What are your secrets to staying healthy? "I know this sounds weird, but sleep is key. I try to find time to take naps through- out the day. "You have to sleep right, you have to eat right and you have to get in the ice tub." What are you studying, and what are your plans after football? "Business administration is my major. I was trying to find an internship this spring before coronavirus shut things down. "I just want to get a good job with my degree to support myself after football." — Justin H. Williams 1. Last concert you went to? "Migos and Future my senior year of high school." 2. Favorite show to watch on Netflix? "'Money Heist.'" 3. Favorite book? "Relentless: From Good to Great to Unstoppable by Tim Grover." 4. Best dancer on the offensive line? "'Ickey' [sophomore tackle Ikem Ekwonu], no question. Each day when he comes out, he's got to be dancing." 5. Favorite sport to watch? "Basketball if LeBron James is playing." 6. Favorite team in the NFL? "Growing up in Charlotte, I support the Panthers." 7. Player you look up to in the NFL? "Jason Kelce [center for the Philadelphia Eagles]." 8. Favorite class so far at NC State? "Ethics." 9. What's your favorite restaurant around campus? "CAVA." 10. What was your favorite game from last season? "Probably my first start at center versus ECU. It was rewarding thinking about how far I had come." 10 Questions With Grant Gibson Etch Your Name Into Wolfpack History One Brick At A Time 1. Orders will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis. You will receive a confirmation email within 30 days of your order. Please review it carefully. If you do not receive a confirmation email or a correction is necessary, please notify us at majorgi•s@wolfpackclub.com or at 919-865-1500. 2. In order for the Wolfpack Club to accommodate requests for bricks to be placed next to each other, the orders must be submitted together with proper instructions. Every effort will be made to accomodate these requests. 3. All text will be a standard size, font, and style. Greek letters and other symbols not found on a standard keyboard may not be used. 4. Messages will be centered automatically. 'e use of upper and lower case lettering is permitted. All spaces and punctuation marks count as a character. 5. 'e Wolfpack Club reserves the right to exclude orders that it deems to contain inappropriate language. 6. 'e Wolfpack Club will determine the final placement of all bricks. Help fulfill the vision by leaving your legacy etched on a brick on the north plaza walkway connecting the PNC Arena and Carter-Finley Stadium. Ordering Instructions: To order please contact us at majorgi€s@wolfpackclub.com or 919-865-1500. brick flyer for wolfpacker.indd 1 8/21/2018 11:03:30 AM