NC State Transfer WR JoJo Trader Eager to 'Grow in Everything'

Trader excited to reunite with former high school teammates and continue development at NC State.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 12:44pm

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A cubist-style painting depicting a football player in mid-stride, the ball in his hands, surrounded by fragmented geometric shapes and planes in a vibrant color palette, capturing the dynamic energy of the sport.NC State's new transfer wide receiver JoJo Trader looks to make an impact with his former high school teammates in a revamped Wolfpack passing attack.Today in Raleigh

NC State wide receiver JoJo Trader met with the media to discuss his transition to the Wolfpack program, the excitement of playing with former high school teammates, and his goals for continued growth and development this offseason.

Why it matters

Trader is a key transfer addition for NC State as they look to reload their receiving corps. His chemistry with the team's returning quarterback and other transfers could provide a boost to the Wolfpack's passing attack in 2026.

The details

Trader spoke about the productive nature of spring practice so far, the support he feels playing alongside familiar faces, and his desire to improve every aspect of his game - from route-running to blocking to making plays without the ball. He praised the NC State campus, coaching staff, and overall program culture as a great fit for his development.

  • Trader met with the media on April 15, 2026 to discuss the team's spring practice progress.

The players

JoJo Trader

A wide receiver transfer to NC State, Trader is eager to reunite with former high school teammates and continue developing his all-around game.

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What they’re saying

“Having everyone together is like, I can say having, like, I wouldn't say a seal for a buzzer, just having, like, just support in everything you're doing.”

— JoJo Trader, NC State Wide Receiver

“I want to grow in everything, because you're not too good for nothing, like I said. So, everything, from plays, running, blocking, even making plays without catching the ball, running off the corner to make the shot, to see what can come out of it.”

— JoJo Trader, NC State Wide Receiver

The takeaway

Trader's eagerness to improve all facets of his game and his excitement to reunite with former teammates suggests he could be a key piece of NC State's receiving corps in 2026. His transition to the Wolfpack program appears to be going smoothly, which bodes well for his ability to make an immediate impact.