NC State WR Suspended for 2026 Season

Teddy Hoffmann violated NCAA rules on performance-enhancing substances

Mar. 16, 2026 at 9:09pm

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NC State sophomore wide receiver Teddy Hoffmann will miss the 2026 season due to an NCAA rules violation. Hoffmann tested positive for a performance-enhancing substance, resulting in an automatic one-year suspension from competition.

Why it matters

This suspension is a significant blow to the NC State football team, as Hoffmann was a standout performer as a true freshman last season. The incident also highlights the importance of NCAA athletes carefully monitoring any medications or supplements they take to avoid unintentional rules violations.

The details

According to the team's statement, Hoffmann tested positive for a banned performance-enhancing substance. As a result, he will serve a one-year suspension from competition, forcing him to miss the entire 2026 season. NC State head coach Dave Doeren emphasized that Hoffmann has taken responsibility for his mistake and will learn from this experience.

  • Hoffmann was suspended on March 16, 2026.

The players

Teddy Hoffmann

A sophomore wide receiver for the NC State Wolfpack football team.

Dave Doeren

The head coach of the NC State Wolfpack football team.

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What they’re saying

“Teddy made a mistake that he's taken responsibility for in front of his teammates and coaches. It's an unfortunate reminder about the importance of always checking with the sports medicine staff before taking any type of medication or supplement to make sure it's permitted. I know he will learn and grow from this experience.”

— Dave Doeren, Head Coach (on3.com)

What’s next

The NC State football team will need to adjust its offensive plans for the 2026 season without Hoffmann's contributions at wide receiver.

The takeaway

This suspension highlights the strict rules and consequences surrounding performance-enhancing substances in college sports, and serves as a cautionary tale for all NCAA athletes to be diligent in monitoring their supplement intake to avoid unintentional rules violations.