- Matchup: Stanford Cardinal vs Wake Forest Demon Deacons
- Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Venue: Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium, Winston-Salem, NC
- Broadcast: ACC Network
- Betting Line: Demon Deacons favored by 13.0 points
- Total Points Over/Under: 53.5
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This Saturday, October 3, 2026, the Wake Forest Demon Deacons (3-1) are set to clash with the Stanford Cardinal (2-2) at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium. Stanford enters this matchup as 13-point underdogs, with the over/under total pegged at 53.5.
The Stanford Cardinal arrive with a record of 2-2 this season. In their most recent game, they secured a win against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, triumphing with a score of 34-27. Defensively, Stanford allowed 163 rushing yards on 32 carries, averaging 5.1 yards per run. They conceded 26 completions out of 39 attempts, allowing 268 passing yards, hence recording a completion percentage of 66.7%. Overall, they executed 73 plays, resulting in 482 total yards. On the ground, the Cardinal rushed 37 times for 86 yards, averaging 2.3 yards per attempt.
In terms of scoring, the Stanford Cardinal averages 21.0 points per game. They are currently ranked 130th in college football for rushing yards, averaging just 98.8 yards per contest. So far this season, the Cardinal has accumulated a total of 1,486 yards. In terms of touchdowns, Stanford has achieved 5 through the air and 4 on the ground. Offensively, they’ve gained 75 first downs but have incurred 30 penalties for a total of 253 yards, along with committing 1 turnover.
Defensively, Stanford ranks 127th in FBS, allowing an average of 33.5 points per game. They give up an average of 4.5 yards per rush and 149.5 rushing yards per game, totaling 598 rushing yards allowed this season. In terms of pass defense, they have given up 1,177 yards, placing them 135th in college football with an average of 294.3 yards allowed per game, and a completion percentage of 67.5%. On aggregate, they surrender 443.8 yards per game, ranking them 130th nationally. They’ve allowed 10 passing touchdowns and 8 rushing touchdowns so far.
Conversely, the Wake Forest Demon Deacons head into this matchup with a 3-1 record. Their last outing yielded a narrow victory, defeating the Louisville Cardinals 30-27. Offensively, the Demon Deacons recorded 402 yards on 61 plays, averaging 6.6 yards per play. They rushed for 4.2 yards per attempt, accumulating 177 yards on 42 carries, while defensively limiting their opponents to 75 rushing yards on 38 attempts (2.0 yards per rush). However, their secondary allowed a completion rate of 75.0% and 324 passing yards on 27 completions out of 36 attempts.
The Wake Forest Demon Deacons are averaging 426.5 yards of offense per game, placing them 51st in FBS. Their offense has incurred 372 yards in penalties across 38 infractions, ranking 3rd in the nation for assisting their opponents. They average 147.0 rushing yards per game, with a cumulative rushing total of 588 yards this season. Wake Forest has committed just 1 interception, allowing opponents to recover 1 fumble, and they have managed to achieve 85 first downs. In scoring, the Demon Deacons rank 67th in the nation, averaging 31.5 points per game. Through the season, they’ve thrown for 1,118 yards, with an average of 279.5 passing yards per game, placing them 29th in Division 1.
On the defensive side, the Demon Deacons allow 28.0 points per game, positioning them at 106th in FBS. They have conceded 508 rushing yards (127.0 yards per game) and 6 rushing touchdowns this season. Against the pass, they’ve allowed 7 touchdowns and 257.3 yards per game, ranking them 125th nationally. Their defense has participated in 293 plays, placing them 129th in the nation. They’ve made 1 fumble recovery and secured just 1 interception this season, letting up a total of 112 points thus far.
Who will come out on top in the Cardinal vs. Demon Deacons college football face-off?
Expert Prediction: Take the Cardinal +13.0
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