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Wake Forest Earns Duke’s Mayo Bowl: Major Postseason Opportunity
Wake Forest football has officially secured a spot in the 2026 Duke’s Mayo Bowl, capping off an impressive 8-4 season and positioning the Demon Deacons for one of the most meaningful matchups of their 2025–26 campaign. The game is set for January 2, 2026, at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina, where Wake Forest will face Mississippi State in a highly anticipated ACC-SEC showdown.
Deacons Dominate on Military Appreciation Day, Knock Off UNC
On a crisp Saturday afternoon at 4:30 PM, Wake Forest lit up their home stadium for a poignant Military Appreciation Day, hosting the University of North Carolina Tar Heels in a much-anticipated ACC showdown. Adding to the intrigue: Bill Belichick, legendary NFL coach turned college sideline figure.
Wolfpack Claws Back: NC State Defeats Wake Forest in Thrilling Rivalry Battle
NC State overcame a 14-0 early deficit to defeat Wake Forest 34-24 in a thrilling rivalry showdown. Quarterback CJ Bailey led the Wolfpack's comeback with clutch fourth-quarter plays, while the defense delivered crucial turnovers including a spectacular pick-six by Isaiah Shirley. Wake Forest jumped ahead early with a 98-yard opening kickoff return, but NC State's resilience shined through. Key moments included Bailey's gutsy fourth-down conversion and Royal's game-sealing interception. The victory showcased the Wolfpack's championship character in this heated ACC rivalry matchup under the Friday night lights.