Wake Forest shapes up as serious ACC championship contender
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 4, 2026, 10:26 PM
Last updated Nov 4, 2026

Wake Forest has emerged as a surprise contender in college football this season, now with a 7-1 overall record and 5-1 in the ACC. The Demon Deacons are positioning themselves for a shot at the ACC championship, with their only conference loss to Miami, who leads the standings. Wake Forest has won five straight games, including notable victories against Stanford, NC State, and Virginia. The team aims to continue its strong performance in upcoming games against SMU, Georgia Tech, and Duke, but Miami remains a significant hurdle for their title aspirations.
- •Wake Forest's record is 7-1 overall and 5-1 in the ACC.
- •The Demon Deacons' only loss in conference play came against Miami.
- •Wake Forest has achieved five consecutive wins since its loss to Miami.
- •Upcoming games against SMU, Georgia Tech, and Duke are crucial.
- •Miami currently has no conference losses, making them a key challenge.
- 10:26 PMYahoo Sports — Can Wake Forest Actually Win the ACC This Season?
"Wake Forest has emerged as one of the biggest surprises in college football this season, and the Demon Deacons are putting themselves in position to compete for an ACC championship. With the regular season entering its final stretch, Wake Forest has a legitimate opportunity to make a run at the conference title. The Demon Deacons…
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