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The Wake Forest defense makes a tackle on SMU. The Deacs won the game 13-12.

The Wake Forest Accomplishment No Other ACC Team Could Do in Last Two Seasons

Barry Lewis

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Oct 27, 2025

The Wake Forest offense huddles before its drive against the SMU Mustangs on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025, at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

Built in the Dark to Demolish on Saturdays

Ian Napetian

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Oct 27, 2025

Louisiana State Tigers head coach Brian Kelly during the first half against the Texas A&M Aggies at Tiger Stadium. Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Six saddest college football fan bases after Week 9

Ryan Young

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Oct 27, 2025

The Wake Forest defense prepares to make a stop against the SMU Mustangs

Wake Forest Defense Shines Late in Upset Win Against SMU

Carson Wersal

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Oct 25, 2025

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Wake Forest Demon Deacons

Last-Second Field Goal Propels Wake Forest In Upset Win Over SMU

JD Andress

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Oct 25, 2025

Wake Forest Demon Deacons take the field at Allegacy Stadium prior to the start of the game against SMU.

Wake Forest Has SMU On Upset Alert At Halftime

Justin Kontul

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Oct 25, 2025

Oct 11, 2025; Corvallis, Oregon, USA; Oregon State Beavers running back Anthony Hankerson (0) is tacked after a run by Wake Forest Demon Deacons linebacker Langston Hardy (11) during the second half at Reser Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

Which Mustangs Could Trample the Deacs?

Keylor Piers

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Oct 24, 2025

Sep 9, 2023; Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA; Wake Forest helmet during the second half against the Vanderbilt Commodores at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

How to Watch and Listen to Wake Forest vs. SMU

Sean Kennedy

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Oct 23, 2025

Wake Forest's Robby Ashford (2) attempting a pass against the Virginia Tech Hokies, Oct. 4, 2025.

How the Deacs Beat SMU and Inch Toward Bowl Eligibility

Blake Robison

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Oct 23, 2025

Miami coach Mario Cristobal has the top job in the ACC.

Ranking ACC Football Coaching Jobs: Miami Tops List With Two Other Truly Elite Schools

Bryan Fischer

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Oct 22, 2025

Oct 11, 2025; Corvallis, Oregon, USA; Wake Forest Demon Deacons running back Demond Claiborne (1) celebrates on the sideline after a long touchdown run in the second half against the Oregon State Beavers at Reser Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

What The Stats Say About Wake Forest Upsetting SMU

JD Andress

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Oct 22, 2025

Oct 11, 2025; Corvallis, Oregon, USA; Wake Forest Demon Deacons wide receiver Chris Barnes (10) runs for a touchdown after the catch during the second half against the Oregon State Beavers at Reser Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

Bowl Game Chances at Stake in Deacs' Face-Off with Mustangs

Blake Robison

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Oct 21, 2025

Oct 11, 2025; Corvallis, Oregon, USA; Wake Forest Demon Deacons head coach Jake Dickert smiles on the sideline during the second half against the Oregon State Beavers at Reser Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

Deacs to "Keep Pressing" in Preparation for Visiting Mustangs

Blake Robison

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Oct 20, 2025

With the departure of Billy Napier from Florida, the Gators are rumored to be considered a current ACC head coach to take the UF job.

ACC head coach named candidate to replace Billy Napier at Florida

Joe Cox

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Oct 19, 2025

Oct 19, 2024; Lubbock, Texas, USA; A general view of a Baylor Bears helmet on the sidelines before the game against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Jones AT&T Stadium and Cody Campbell Field. Mandatory Credit: Michael C. Johnson-Imagn Images

Big-time 2027 4-Star quarterback commits to SMU over Baylor

Anthony Thomas

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Oct 19, 2025

Miller Moss and Louisville saw the biggest FPI jump after Week 8.

College football rankings: Biggest risers and fallers in updated ESPN FPI post Week 8

Joe Cox

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Oct 19, 2025

Miami's Mario Cristobal looks to stem the tide after the Hurricanes suffered their first loss of the year to Louisville, a year after narrowly missing both the ACC championship and College Football Playoff.

How Miami's Loss to Louisville Impacts Hurricanes' ACC Championship, CFP Chances

Dan Lyons

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Oct 18, 2025

Cade Klubnik will watch Clemson's game Saturday from the sidelines.

Cade Klubnik: Clemson Updates Quarterback's Status Before SMU Game

Patrick Andres

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Oct 18, 2025

Sep 20, 2025; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders before the game against the Wyoming Cowboys at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

How Colorado’s Latest Offer Might Affect Five-Star Kavian Bryant’s Recruiting Decision

Thomas Gorski

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Oct 16, 2025

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