| MATCHUP | Wake Forest Demon Deacons | NC State Wolfpack |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 4-1 | 3-2 |
| Spread | -3.5 -105 | +3.5 -115 |
| Moneyline | -175 | +145 |
| Total | Over 59.5 (-108) | Under 59.5 (-112) |
| Where | Carter-Finley Stadium, Raleigh, NC | |
| When | Saturday, October 10, 2026 | |
| Time | 12:00 PM EDT | |
| TV | CW | |
Wake Forest Demon Deacons Betting Preview
The Wake Forest Demon Deacons enter Saturday’s matchup with a 4-1 overall win-loss record (2-1 road record, 2-0 mark on the road), including victories over Akron, Purdue, Louisville and Stanford, while losing to the Miami Hurricanes.The Wake Forest offense has been productive through five games played in 2026. The Demon Deacons are averaging 36.6 points per game (16th in FBS) while producing 445 total yards per contest. Wake Forest has accumulated 288 passing yards and 157 rushing yards per game.
Shifting our focus to the defensive side of the football, Wake Forest has allowed 23 points per game (48th in nation) while surrendering 346.8 total yards per contest. Examining the data just presented more closely, the Demon Deacons have been solid against the run, allowing only 111.4 rushing yards per game which ranks 28th in the country.
Through five games played in 2026, quarterback Gio Lopez has compiled 1,377 passing yards, 10 passing touchdowns, 192 rushing yards and five rushing touchdowns. Running back Ty Clark III has amassed 258 rushing yards and three rushing touchdowns. Talented wide receiver Carlos Hernandez has been a major contributor in the receiving department, accumulating 37 receptions and 603 receiving yards.
North Carolina State Wolfpack Betting Preview
The North Carolina State Wolfpack enter Saturday’s contest with a 3-2 record (3-0 record at home, 0-2 mark on the road) amassing victories over Richmond, Appalachian State and Louisville, while losing games to Virginia and Vanderbilt.The North Carolina State offense has been impressive in 2026. Let’s dive into the Wolfpack’s relevant team data to better shed light on my previous statement. The Wolfpack are averaging 36.8 points per game (15th in FBS) while generating 460 total yards per contest, including 260.8 passing yards and 199.2 rushing yards per game.
Defensively, North Carolina State has allowed 25.6 points per game through five contests this season. The Wolfpack have been vulnerable against both the run and pass at times, surrendering 359.2 total yards per game.
Quarterback C.J. Bailey has compiled 1,266 passing yards, eight passing touchdowns, 118 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns. Running back Jayden Scott has amassed 358 rushing yards and four rushing touchdowns, while wide receiver Keenan Jackson has tallied 339 receiving yards and five receiving touchdowns.
Why the Wake Forest Demon Deacons will win.
• Offensive firepower. The Wake Forest Demon Deacons are averaging 36.6 points per game which ranks 16th in the nation.• Quarterback play. Gio Lopez has compiled 1,377 passing yards, 10 passing touchdowns, 194 rushing yards and five rushing touchdowns.
• Receiving talent. Carlos Hernandez has accumulated 603 receiving yards through five games played in 2026.
• Recent form. Wake Forest is coming off a dominant 57-3 victory over Stanford.
Why the North Carolina State Wolfpack will win.
• Home field advantage. The North Carolina State Wolfpack have played exceptional football at home, compiling an undefeated 3-0 win-loss record at Carter-Finley Stadium.• Offensive production. North Carolina State is averaging 36.8 points which ranks 15th in the country.
• Quarterback play. Quarterback C.J. Bailey has compiled 1,266 passing yards, eight passing touchdowns, 118 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns.