Wake Forest vs UCONN Prediction College Football Picks 10/19/24

In this article, we will formulate a Wake Forest vs UConn Prediction for this College Football Week 8 game on Saturday, October 19th, at Rentchler Stadium.  Let’s take a look at a Wake Forest Demon Deacons vs UConn Huskies pick. To formulate this prediction, we will examine:

-The Demon Deacons’ recent form and recent player performance 

-The Huskies’ recent form and recent player performance

-Recent Betting trends and streaks involving Wake Forest

-Recent Betting trends and streaks involving UConn

-Recent betting trends in games played between Wake Forest and UConn

-A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for Today’s Game between the Demon Deacons and Huskies. 

Is UConn Turning Around Their Program?

UConn looks like they are finally turning around their program and they come into this game with a 4-2 record overall. The last game came against the Temple Owls and they were able to secure the 29-20 victory. Joe Fagnano completed 24 of his 41 passes for 272 yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions. The turnovers are going to need to be improved upon quickly.

UConn on the season is averaging 35.8 points while their defense is giving up 21.7 points per game. The offense is ranked 23rd in the league while the defense is ranked 49th in the league so far this season. 

Must Win for Wake Forest

This is a must-win for Wake Forest as they have struggled this season sitting with only two wins. In the last game against Clemson, Wake Forest scored 14 points, but the defense gave up 49 points per game. Hank Bachmeier has been under center and he completed 12 of his 21 passes for 126 yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions. Two games ago Wake Forest was able to secure the 34-30 victory and they are going to need that offense to come back here to get back on the right track. 

Wake Forest on the season is averaging 27.8 points while their defense is giving up 34 points per game. The offense is ranked 75th in the league while the defense is ranked 124th in the league. 

Why Wake Forest Will Beat UConn

• Wake Forest has won four of its last six October games as an underdog against non-AP-ranked teams.
• Connecticut has lost each of its last four games against opponents from the Atlantic Coast Conference.
• Wake Forest has covered the spread in five of its last six October games as an underdog against non-AP-ranked teams.
• Wake Forest has won the first half in three of its last four games against opponents from the FBS Independents.

Wake Forest vs UConn Prediction

This UConn team looks different this year, but this is still another step up and I really don’t trust them here. Wake Forest still has Bachmeier and he’s going to have a huge game here against the UConn defense. Look for Wake Forest to run up the score, and that will be the difference here as the Demon Deacons are going to get the job done here. Back Wake Forest against the spread here. 

Shane Mickle's Pick: Wake Forest +2