- Matchup: Virginia Cavaliers vs Wake Forest Demon Deacons
- Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
- Venue: Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium, Winston-Salem, NC
- Broadcast: ESPN2
- Betting Odds: Demon Deacons favored by 14.5 points
- Over-Under: 49 points
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This Saturday, October 31, 2026, the Virginia Cavaliers (4-4) will travel to Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium to face off against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons (6-1). The Demon Deacons enter this matchup as 14.5-point favorites according to Vegas bookmakers, with the total set at 49 points.
The Cavaliers, currently at a 4-4 record, are looking to rebound after a narrow loss to the Duke Blue Devils, ending the game at 19-16. In that game, Virginia allowed 71 rushing yards on 19 attempts, averaging 3.7 yards per carry. Through the air, they faced 31 passes, allowing 17 completions for a total of 256 yards with a 54.8% completion rate. Ultimately, the Cavaliers executed 77 plays, amassing 353 yards, including 195 yards from 53 rushing attempts, also averaging 3.7 yards per carry.
This season, the Cavaliers have accrued 2,887 total yards. In reaching the end zone, Virginia has scored 17 touchdowns through the air and 11 on the ground, while turning the ball over just 5 times. The team has achieved 168 first downs and committed 39 penalties totaling 375 yards. Their ground game averages 161.6 yards per game, ranking 61st nationally, while they register an average of 28.3 points per game.
On the defensive front, Virginia ranks 32nd in FBS, allowing 19.6 points per game (PPG). They concede 4.0 yards per carry and have given up an average of 141.9 rushing yards per game this season. In eight games, they have permitted 1,135 yards on the ground. In terms of passing yards allowed, Virginia has given up 1,478 yards, ranking 58th in the nation, averaging 184.8 yards per game with a 53.0% completion rate. Overall, they surrender 326.6 total yards per game, positioning them at 41st in college football. They’ve allowed 7 passing touchdowns and 11 rushing touchdowns this season.
The Wake Forest Demon Deacons come into this contest boasting a 6-1 record. Their most recent outing resulted in a dominant 41-7 victory over the California Golden Bears. They held the Bears to just 75 rushing yards on 21 attempts, yielding an average of 3.6 yards per rush. Wake’s pass defense struggled, giving up 191 yards on 32 completions out of 47 attempts, contributing to a 68.1% completion rate against them. Offensively, the Demon Deacons tallied 509 total yards while executing 62 plays for an impressive 8.2 yards per play. They averaged 6.1 yards per carry, rushing for a total of 220 yards on 36 attempts.
Wake Forest is averaging 445.9 yards per game, placing them 25th in Division I. The Demon Deacons have committed 63 penalties resulting in 589 yards, ranking them 12th in D-1 in terms of giving the opposition opportunities. Their rushing attack averages 155.6 yards per contest, accumulating a total of 1,089 rushing yards this season. They have thrown 1 interception and lost 2 fumbles while securing 157 first downs. Scoring-wise, the Demon Deacons currently rank 16th in D-1, averaging 37.4 PPG. They have thrown for a total of 2,032 yards, with an average of 290.3 passing yards per game, which ranks them 13th in D-1.
Defensively, Wake Forest has allowed 647 rushing yards (averaging 92.4 YPG) and 6 rushing touchdowns this season. They have conceded 10 passing touchdowns, allowing 230.1 yards per game, ranking them 100th in college football. The team has given up a total of 136 points, with 2 fumbles and 2 interceptions recorded. The Demon Deacons’ defense has participated in 492 plays, ranking them 91st nationally, permitting 19.4 PPG for the season, which positions them 30th in college football.
Which team will emerge victorious in this contest between the Cavaliers and Demon Deacons against the spread?
Pick: Consider taking the Cavaliers +14.5
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