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Wake Forest Dominates Cal in a Late-Night Showdown

For the third straight week, the Wake Forest Demon Deacons absolutely routed their opponent and now find themselves on a four-game win streak. Gio Lopez threw four touchdown passes, and Ty Clark III and Jamar Searcy both had touchdowns on the ground in a stellar offensive performance.

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Recap: Wake Forest Demolishes Cal 41-7

The Deacs can’t be stopped! Despite the late start time and playing on the entire opposite side of the country, Wake Forest wins another game in blowout fashion, this time beating the Cal Golden Bears 41-7.

Wake Forest Demon Deacons News / Wake Forest Demon Deacons on SI / October 17

Next Man Up: Three Keys to Wake Forest’s Success Against Cal

Wake Forest’s latest injury report offers a clearer picture of the personnel challenges the Demon Deacons could face against California on Saturday. Several

Wake Forest Demon Deacons News / Wake Forest Demon Deacons on SI / October 16

Wake Forest Solidifies Its Position in ACC Week 7 Power Rankings

At the season’s halfway point, the Wake Forest Demon Deacons (5-1, 3-1 ACC) are separating themselves from the rest of the conference in our weekly ACC Football Power Rankings.

Wake Forest Basketball Drops 2nd Exhibition to South Carolina 78-69

The Deacs had their 2nd exhibition game of the season against the South Carolina Gamecocks on Thursday night, and it really didn’t go any better than the first one.

College Basketball News / Busting Brackets / October 16

Wake Forest Basketball: 2026-27 season preview for the Demon Deacons

The days of Tim Duncan and Chris Paul leading Wake Forest to basketball success are long in the rearview mirror. These days the Demon Deacons just want to be a player in the ACC and even that has been a difficulty in recent years.

Wake Forest Demon Deacons News / Wake Forest Demon Deacons on SI / October 15

Five Accolades Highlight Wake's Dominant Win Over NC State

Gio Lopez, wide receiver Jack Foley, linebacker Vincent Firenze, and defensive lineman Langston Hardy earned accolades after Wake Forest’s impressive road performance.

Wake Forest Demon Deacons News / Wake Forest Demon Deacons on SI / October 14

Wake Forest Looks to Keep Magical Run Going at Cal

The magical ride for the Wake Forest Demon Deacons continues with a road trip to Berkeley to face the California Golden Bears, a program that had high hopes for what it could achieve in Year 1 under Tosh Lupoi but has somehow fallen on its face harder than an asteroid hitting the moon.

Gio Lopez News / Wake Forest Demon Deacons on SI / October 14

QB Report Card: Gio Lopez Strikes Again

Unlike last year, Wake Forest won in a commanding fashion against the NC State Wolfpack on Saturday. Starting the game off slowly, the Demon Deacons could not find a spark.

Wake Forest Demon Deacons News / Wake Forest Demon Deacons on SI / October 13

Megan Gebbia Has a Three-Tier Plan for Wake Forest to Move Up the ACC

During the ACC Tipoff, lots were shared by notable Wake Forest women's basketball coaches and players about the mindset and strategy entering the new season.

Wake Forest Demon Deacons News / Wake Forest Demon Deacons on SI / October 12

What Did We Learn After Wake Forest Wins Big Over NC State?

Welcome back to What Did We Learn. My weekly article - a two-year-long tradition - where, at the end of every weekend, I release my weekly "What Did We Learn." It's an opinionated editorial detailing what Demon Deacon fans can take away from the week before that might not show up in the box score.

Wake Forest Demon Deacons News / Wake Forest Demon Deacons on SI / October 12

Win Over NC State Propels Wake Forest to AP Ranking

Demon Deacon fans got pleasant news on Sunday after the runaway victory over NC State on Saturday. For the first time in the Jake Dickert era at Wake Forest, the Deacs are featured in this week's AP Poll after being right on the outside looking in for the past couple of weeks.

College Football News / Wake Forest Demon Deacons on SI / October 10

A Tale of Two Halves Powers Wake Forest to Fifth Win of the Season

It was a story of two halves as the Wake Forest Demon Deacons (5-1, 3-1 ACC) faced the NC State Wolfpack (3-3, 1-2) in Raleigh on Saturday afternoon. NC dominated the first half, especially quarterback CJ Bailey.

Wake Forest Demon Deacons News / Wake Forest Demon Deacons on SI / October 10

Three Factors To Determine Wake Forest’s Success Against NC State

The Demon Deacons are coming off an impressive 57-3 victory over Stanford, a performance that showcased their offensive potential and defensive improvement.

Wake Forest Demon Deacons News / Wake Forest Demon Deacons on SI / October 9

Can Wake Forest Get Another Road Win? Our Staff Makes Their Picks

The Wake Forest Demon Deacons are 4-1 (2-1 ACC) and travel down Tobacco Road on Saturday. They will face the NC State Wolfpack (3-2, 1-1 ACC). Do the Deacs have the momentum after their record-setting win over Stanford last week?

2026 Fall College Baseball: Wake Forest

Pitching has been a hallmark for the Wake Forest Demon Deacons for much of the past decade. That’s what earned the school a berth in the 2026 NCAA tournament, and could very well dictate how things go in the upcoming 2027 season.

Wake Forest Demon Deacons News / Wake Forest Demon Deacons on SI / October 9

Wake Forest Holds as Voter Confidence Grows in ACC Week 6 Power Rankings

The Wake Forest Demon Deacons (4-1, 2-1 ACC) remain No. 2 in our weekly ACC Football Power Rankings, but the voting reflects growing confidence in the Deacs.

Wake Forest Demon Deacons News / Wake Forest Demon Deacons on SI / October 8

Comparing Wake Forest to AP Top 25 and Other Bubble Teams

There has been a lot of discussion over the past couple of weeks about the recent AP Top 25 poll. Today, we want to continue to compare Wake's resume to teams ranked in the AP Top 25 or receiving votes.

Wake Forest Demon Deacons News / ACC Digital Network / September 30

Watch: Loyola Chicago vs. Wake Forest Match Highlights | 2026 ACC Men's Soccer

College Football News / EasySportz / September 26

Wake Forest Stuns No. 16 Louisville in 30-27 Upset

The Wake Forest Demon Deacons pulled off one of the biggest upsets of the college football season Saturday, taking down No. 16 Louisville 30-27 on the road.

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 17

Wake Forest offense is biggest test for Miami defensively this season

The Miami Hurricanes' defense has its biggest test defensively this season against a potent Wake Forest offense on Friday night.

Miami's early quirks in 2026 schedule come to an end at Wake Forest

Mario Cristobal getting credit for Miami's $200 million Nike deal

Miami is aware offense isn't all on Malachi Toney's shoulders

The 'CFP appearances' quiz

Mario Cristobal News / Yardbarker / September 16

Miami's early quirks in 2026 schedule come to an end at Wake Forest

The Miami Hurricanes' last weekday game to begin the 2026 season is on Friday at Wake Forest. Miami began the 2026 season on Friday, Sept. 4, with a 45-6 win at Stanford.

Secondaries to be challenged when Wake Forest hosts No. 5 Miami

Friday night college football: Oregon seeks redemption as Miami, Texas Tech headline slate

AP Top 25 college football rankings for Week 2: New No. 1, Michigan reenters rankings

College football rankings: Controversy brews in ESPN's FPI

College Football News / Field Level Media / September 9