- Matchup: Wake Forest Demon Deacons vs Virginia Tech Hokies
- Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
- Venue: Lane Stadium, Blacksburg, VA
- Broadcast: The CW Network
- Betting Odds: Hokies favorited by 6.0 points
- Total Points Over/Under: 51
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The Wake Forest Demon Deacons (2-2) will visit Lane Stadium on Saturday, October 4, 2025, aiming to overcome the Virginia Tech Hokies (2-3). Wake Forest enters as 6.0-point underdogs, and the total points are set at 51.
Currently standing at 2-2, the Wake Forest Demon Deacons recently faced the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, suffering a narrow defeat with a final score of 30-29. In that game, the Demon Deacons executed 40 rushing plays, gaining 210 yards for an impressive average of 5.3 yards per attempt. Overall, they ran 71 plays and accrued a total of 443 yards. Defensively, Wake Forest allowed 29 completions on 43 attempts, yielding 248 passing yards with a completion rate of 67.4%. On the ground, they conceded 163 yards on 42 carries, averaging 3.9 yards allowed per run.
Offensively, the Wake Forest Demon Deacons generate an average of 26.3 points each game. Their rushing game contributes an average of 168.0 yards, ranking them 66th in Division 1 football. This season, they have accumulated 1,644 total yards, scoring 2 touchdowns through the air and 10 on the ground. With 73 first downs, Wake Forest has faced challenges, committing 27 penalties for a total of 260 yards and resulting in 5 turnovers.
In defensive statistics, the Demon Deacons have allowed 802 passing yards, placing them 36th nationally. They concede an average of 200.5 yards per game through the air with a completion percentage of 59.5%. This season, they have allowed a total of 340.5 yards per contest, ranking 58th. Opponents have scored 4 touchdowns via passing and 4 on the ground. Rushing offenses average 3.5 yards per carry against them, totaling 140.0 rushing yards per game. With a total of 560 rushing yards allowed across 4 games, Wake Forest ranks 52nd in team defense, giving up an average of 20.8 points per game.
The Hokies enter this contest with a record of 2-3. In their most recent matchup, they triumphed over the NC State Wolfpack with a score of 23-21. Virginia Tech recorded 406 total yards while executing 65 plays at an average of 6.2 yards per play. They excelled on the ground, averaging 7.4 yards per carry for a total of 229 yards on 31 attempts. Defensively, the Hokies allowed 32 rushing attempts but limited their opponents to just 59 yards (1.8 yards per carry). The passing defense yielded a completion rate of 76.5%, allowing 240 yards from 26 completions out of 34 attempts.
The Virginia Tech Hokies boast an average of 376.8 yards per game, situating them at 79th nationally. They have incurred 312 yards in penalties from 34 infractions, ranking 30th in college football. Their rushing game averages 155.8 yards, amounting to 779 rushing yards this year. They have thrown 3 interceptions and lost 3 fumbles while achieving 105 first downs. Scoring-wise, Virginia Tech ranks 96th with an average of 23.6 points per game. In the air, they have totaled 1,105 passing yards, averaging 221.0 yards per game, which ranks 77th in the nation.
Defensively, Virginia Tech has allowed 689 rushing yards (averaging 137.8 yards per game) and 9 rushing touchdowns this season. Through the air, they have conceded 8 passing touchdowns and 219.0 yards per game, placing them 78th in the country. They have given up 140 total points this season, with a defense that has recovered 2 fumbles and secured 2 interceptions. Overall, the Hokies have been on the field for 291 defensive plays, ranking them 67th nationally. Currently, they allow an average of 28.0 points per game, placing them 100th in Division 1 football.
Which team will prevail in this clash between the Demon Deacons and the Hokies?
Pick: Choose the Hokies -6.0
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