- Matchup: Wake Forest Demon Deacons vs NC State Wolfpack
- Scheduled Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Venue: Carter-Finley Stadium, Raleigh, NC
- Broadcast: CW
- Betting Odds/Spread: Wolfpack (+3.5)
- Combined Points Over/Under: 59.5
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The Wake Forest Demon Deacons (4-1) will visit Carter-Finley Stadium on Saturday, October 10, 2026, to face off against the NC State Wolfpack (3-2). Wake Forest enters the game as 3.5-point favorites, with a total points line set at 59.5.
Currently sporting a 4-1 record for the season, the Wake Forest Demon Deacons recently triumphed over the Stanford Cardinal with a decisive score of 57-3. In a strong display, the Demon Deacons executed 37 rush attempts for 197 yards, averaging 5.3 yards per carry. They amassed a total of 519 yards across 67 plays. Defensively, Wake Forest allowed 21 completions out of 33 attempts, totaling 148 yards with a completion rate of 63.6%. Against the run, the team conceded just 49 yards on 34 attempts, allowing 1.4 yards per run.
When it comes to scoring, the Wake Forest Demon Deacons average 36.6 points per game. The team has a ground game average of 157.0 yards per contest, placing them 72nd nationally. They have totaled 2,225 yards this season, comprised of 10 passing touchdowns and 12 rushing touchdowns. Wake has registered 111 first downs and has incurred 46 penalties, costing them 424 yards. They have turned the ball over 3 times this year.
Defensively, the Demon Deacons rank 65th in Division 1 for points allowed, giving up an average of 23.0 points per game. Opponents have averaged 3.1 yards per carry and 111.4 rushing yards each game, resulting in 557 rushing yards given up through 5 games. In terms of pass defense, Wake Forest has allowed 1,177 yards, placing them 106th nationally. They concede an average of 235.4 passing yards per game with a completion rate against of 77.5%, culminating in a total yardage of 346.8 yards per game (66th in the nation) and allowing 7 aerial touchdowns to go along with 6 rushing touchdowns.
The Wolfpack come into this matchup with a 3-2 record. In their latest game, NC State secured a 31-28 victory against the Louisville Cardinals. In that game, NC State averaged only 2.8 yards per carry, finishing with 120 rushing yards on 43 attempts. They totaled 493 yards on 84 plays, averaging 5.9 yards per play. Defensively, NC State’s pass defense allowed a completion rate of 70.0%, yielding 254 yards on 21 for 30 passing. On the ground, NC State conceded 231 yards on 25 attempts (9.2 yards per carry).
In terms of scoring ability, the Wolfpack rank 34th in Division 1 with an average of 36.8 points per game. They boast an offensive average of 460.0 yards per game, placing them 33rd in the nation. NC State has accumulated 256 penalty yards over 27 penalties, ranking 98th in preventing self-inflicted damage. The Wolfpack have thrown 4 interceptions and lost 4 fumbles, thus securing 118 first downs so far. This season, they have achieved 1,304 passing yards, averaging 260.8 passing yards per game (43rd nationally), while their rushing attack averages 199.2 yards per game with a total of 996 rushing yards.
The Wolfpack have permitted 717 rushing yards this season (143.4 yards/game) and allowed 7 rushing touchdowns. On the pass defense front, they’ve given up 9 touchdowns and 215.8 yards per game, ranking them 81st in the nation. Overall, NC State has conceded 128 total points, forced 5 fumbles, and intercepted 3 passes this season while being on the field for 291 plays, placing them 42nd in Division 1. They allow 25.6 points per game, which ranks 90th in college football.
Which team will cover the spread in this exciting Demon Deacons vs. Wolfpack clash?
Prediction: Back the Wolfpack +3.5
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