Carson Wersal

Carson Wersal

Joined: Aug 25, 2025

Carson, a 2025 TCU graduate, is a sports journalist who covers college athletics for several On SI sites. While most of his experience is with TCU On SI, he also writes with Wake Forest On SI and Houston On SI. He also has a passion for the college baseball scene, most notably being a fan of TCU Baseball. In 2023, Carson was in Omaha and reported on the Men’s College World Series, where TCU finished 4th in the nation. His past work not only consists of major sports like football, basketball, and baseball, but with others like track and field and cross country as well.

Oct 11, 2025; Corvallis, Oregon, USA; Wake Forest Demon Deacons wide receiver Chris Barnes (10) on the field for warmups prior to the game against the Oregon State Beavers at Reser Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

Nov 29, 2025; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils wide receiver Cooper Barkate (18) runs the ball against Wake Forest Demon Deacons defensive back Lardarius Webb Jr. (20) during the fourth quarter at Wallace Wade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images

Nov 15, 2025; Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA; Wake Forest Demon Deacons wide receiver Carlos Hernandez (8) reacts after a play against the North Carolina Tar Heels at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wake Forest Athletics via Imagn Images

Wake Forest running back Demond Claiborne gets the handoff from quarterback Robby Ashford against North Carolina.

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

With wide receiver Chris Barnes listed as questionable, the Wake Forest offense could be slightly one dimensional this weekend.

Nov 8, 2025; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Wake Forest Demon Deacons quarterback Robby Ashford (2) throws the ball against the Virginia Cavaliers during the first half at Scott Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

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The Wake Forest Demon Deacons stunned the college football world by upsetting the No.14 Virginia Cavaliers.

Oct 18, 2025; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Virginia Cavaliers quarterback Chandler Morris (4) passes the ball as Washington State Cougars defensive end Isaac Terrell (88) rushes in the third quarter at Scott Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

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After a lopsided loss to the Seminoles last weekend, the Demon Deacons are being thrown right back into the fire against a lethal Virginia offense.

Oct 4, 2025; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Wake Forest Demon Deacons quarterback Robby Ashford (2) looks to run the ball against the Virginia Tech Hokies during the fourth quarter at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images

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With starting quarterback Tommy Castellanos being listed as probable, Wake Forest could be facing a much healthier Florida State team on Saturday.

The Wake Forest offense huddles up before getting into their offensive positions.

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Despite the walk off field goal to upset SMU, there were still good, bad, and ugly takeaways from Saturday's game.

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

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The Demon Deacons effectively shut down a high-powered Mustangs offense.

Oct 11, 2025; Corvallis, Oregon, USA; Wake Forest Demon Deacons defensive lineman Nuer Gatkuoth (7) celebrates an interception against the Oregon State Beavers during the second quarter at Reser Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

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With a strong start to the season, here are some bowl game projections for Wake Forest.

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

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Here are the good, bad, and ugly points from Wake Forest's win over Oregon State.

Oct 4, 2025; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Wake Forest Demon Deacons running back Kalil Townes (0) gestures toward the crowd after scoring a touchdown against the Virginia Tech Hokies during the second quarter at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images

Wake Forest has won nine of their last 10 road openers. How does the win stack up against the other wins of the past?

Sep 27, 2025; Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA; Wake Forest Demon Deacons kicker Connor Calvert (90) kicks a field goal during the fourth quarter against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images

After a heartbreaking loss to the Yellow Jackets last week, the Demon Deacons have released their updated availability report.

Wake Forest leads No. 16 Georgia Tech at halftime 17-3

The Demon Deacons defense has come to play holding the No. 16 team in the country to only a field goal in the first half.

Sep 11, 2025; Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA; Wake Forest Demon Deacons quarterback Robby Ashford (2) throws a pass in the first half against the North Carolina State Wolfpack at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Luke Jamroz-Imagn Images

Ahead of their matchup against Georgia Tech, the Demon Deacons will be without multiple key depth pieces.