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The start of the 2026 college football season is almost here for Demon Deacon fans! The season kicks off tomorrow night against the Akron Zips of the MAC Conference.

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What Stood Out on Wake Forest’s First Depth Chart

The Demon Deacons have released their first official depth chart as opening kickoff is now just over two days away. As with a year ago, some positions are still up in the air.

Wake Forest Demon Deacons News / ACC Digital Network / August 31

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

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Wake Forest Demon Deacons News / Blogger So Dear / August 28

Wake Forest Releases Week 1 Depth Chart

The Deacs have released the unofficial depth chart for their week 1 game against Akron, and it is—for the most part—what was expected. On the offensive side, the only real surprises are at tackle.

Wake Forest Demon Deacons News / Wake Forest Demon Deacons on SI / August 27

See Which Demon Deacons Have Earned Preseason Honors

With the season less than a week away, the excitement around the 2026 college football season is palpable. The Wake Forest Demon Deacons are nearing a Thursday night home opener against Akron and are trying to replicate and improve upon a very solid nine-win season last year.

Wake Forest Demon Deacons News / College Football News / August 26

Wake Forest vs Akron Prediction: Are the Demon Deacons in Danger?

Wake Forest has the team to be sneaky-good among all the sneaky-good ACC teams, but there won’t be any sneaking up on anyone with Purdue, Miami, and Louisville up next.

Wake Forest Demon Deacons News / ACC Digital Network / August 26

Watch: Vcu vs. Wake Forest Full Match Replay | 2026 ACC Men's Soccer

Gio Lopez News / EasySportz / August 25

Wake Forest Names Gio Lopez Starter for 2026

Wake Forest has officially settled its quarterback battle, and the choice brings immediate experience to the field. Pete Nakos of On3 reported that the Demon Deacons have named Gio Lopez as the starting quarterback for the 2026 season.

Wake Forest Demon Deacons News / ACC Digital Network / August 25

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Wake Forest Demon Deacons News / Wake Forest Demon Deacons on SI / August 25

How the Wake Forest Linebacker Core Can Set the Tone for This Defense

Everyone expects the Wake Forest defense to be a force to reckon with once again in the 2026 season. The 2025 defense was certainly a standout unit, holding ACC teams UNC, Virginia, and SMU all under 15 points.

Wake Forest Demon Deacons News / ACC Digital Network / August 24

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

Wake Forest Demon Deacons News / ACC Digital Network / August 24

Watch: Old Dominion vs. Wake Forest Match Highlights | 2026 ACC Women's Soccer

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Wake Forest Demon Deacons News / Wake Forest Demon Deacons on SI / August 22

Wake Forest Soccer Off to Strong Start as Both Programs Earn Early Recognition

The NCAA soccer season is upon us, and both the men's and women's teams have high hopes for this year. Both teams received high honors in the preseason and in the first week of play.

Wake Forest Demon Deacons News / ACC Digital Network / August 21

Watch: San Francisco vs. Wake Forest Match Highlights | 2026 ACC Men's Soccer

Wake Forest Demon Deacons News / Fadeaway World / August 17

Jeff Teague Says His Coach Took $10K After They Found $50K During A Recruiting Visit, Gave Him Just $1,000

Jeff Teague has shared plenty of unbelievable stories since becoming a podcast personality, but this latest revelation about his college recruitment might be one of the wildest ones to date.

Standout Hitters from the 2026 Cape Cod League Season

The 2026 Cape Cod League season is done, meaning it’s review time. It was a grand time for many collegiate players, including the few draft-eligible players who went pro directly after their time in Massachusetts.

Wake Forest Demon Deacons News / Field Level Media / June 9

Germany embraces quiet, distraction-free comfort of Wake Forest

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. -- The World Cup comes with global attention and yet Germany's national team found an ideal spot to concentrate on its tasks without some of the distractions that might exist elsewhere.