Agnew was recognized as the team's most valuable player in 1989 after receiving the Governor's Award and was a two-time winner of the team's Carey Brewbaker Award, awarded to the team's Most Valuable Defensive Lineman (19). – Former NC State defensive tackle (1986-89) Ray Agnew has been revealed as one of 14 honorees to be highlighted in this year's 2023 Atlantic Coast Conference Football Honors Class, the league announced Tuesday.Īgnew had a decorated career with the Wolfpack, earning ACC Rookies of the Year in 1986 and being named All-ACC twice in 19.