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Florida State Dominates Wake Forest 42-7

Saturday, November 1, 2025, 7:30 PM ET · Doak Campbell Stadium

Florida State Seminoles 42, Wake Forest Demon Deacons 7, final. Our NCAAF picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Wake Forest Demon Deacons vs Florida State Seminoles?

Florida State Seminoles beat Wake Forest Demon Deacons 42-7 at Doak Campbell Stadium on November 1, 2025.

In a commanding performance, the Florida State Seminoles defeated the Wake Forest Demon Deacons with a final score of 42-7 at Doak Campbell Stadium. This victory marks a significant turnaround for Florida State, who had been struggling in recent weeks, losing their last four games prior to this matchup. The Seminoles' record now stands at 5-4, while Wake Forest falls to 5-4 as well.

Florida State entered the game with a home record of 4-3 and an overall record of 4-6 in their last ten games, averaging 33.3 points scored and allowing 24.8 points per game during that stretch. Their recent form had been concerning, but the team managed to break their losing streak in impressive fashion. In contrast, Wake Forest had been on a three-game winning streak, with a record of 5-5 over their last ten games, averaging 24.2 points scored and allowing 22.8 points per game.

At home, Florida State had been strong, but their away performances had left much to be desired, as they had yet to win on the road this season, posting an away record of 0-3. Wake Forest, on the other hand, had a balanced away record of 2-2, showcasing their ability to compete in hostile environments.

Historically, this matchup has seen Florida State often come out on top, and this game continued that trend decisively. The Seminoles' offense was firing on all cylinders, contrasting sharply with Wake Forest's struggles to find the end zone. The game was characterized by Florida State's ability to control the ball and impose their will, which was evident in their scoring and defensive efforts.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but it is common for teams to deal with player availability issues that can impact performance. The conditions for the game were typical for the season, with the venue of Doak Campbell Stadium providing a home-field advantage for the Seminoles.

The betting market had favored Florida State heavily, with their win probability set at 1.0, indicating a strong expectation of victory against Wake Forest. This expectation was met with a resounding performance, as the Seminoles not only won but did so in a dominant manner, showcasing their offensive capabilities and defensive resilience.

Viewers watching the game would have noted Florida State's aggressive play style and their ability to capitalize on Wake Forest's mistakes. The Seminoles' scoring was a clear highlight, as they managed to put up 42 points, a significant improvement from their recent averages. The game demonstrated Florida State's potential to bounce back and regain form as they head into the latter part of the season.

Leaders

  • Passing yardsTommy Castellanos12/16, 271 YDS, 1 TDFlorida State Seminoles
  • Rushing yardsSamuel Singleton Jr.14 CAR, 91 YDS, 1 TDFlorida State Seminoles
  • Receiving yardsDuce Robinson5 REC, 148 YDS, 1 TDFlorida State Seminoles
  • Passing yardsRobby Ashford12/21, 93 YDS, 1 INTWake Forest Demon Deacons
  • Rushing yardsRobby Ashford12 CAR, 59 YDSWake Forest Demon Deacons
  • Receiving yardsMicah Mays Jr.5 REC, 51 YDS, 1 TDWake Forest Demon Deacons

Recent form

Florida State Seminoles

Last 10: 4-6Streak L433.3 scored · 24.8 allowed per game4-3 at home

  • L13-20at Stanford CardinalOct 19
  • L31-34vs Pittsburgh PanthersOct 11
  • L22-28vs Miami HurricanesOct 4
  • L38-46at Virginia CavaliersSep 26
  • W66-10vs Kent State Golden FlashesSep 20
  • W77-3vs East Texas A&M LionsSep 6
  • W31-17vs Alabama Crimson TideAug 30
  • L11-31vs Florida GatorsDec 1
  • W41-7vs Charleston Southern BuccaneersNov 23
  • L3-52at Notre Dame Fighting IrishNov 10

Wake Forest Demon Deacons

Last 10: 5-5Streak W324.2 scored · 22.8 allowed per game2-2 away

  • W13-12vs SMU MustangsOct 25
  • W39-14at Oregon State BeaversOct 11
  • W30-23at Virginia Tech HokiesOct 4
  • L29-30vs Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsSep 27
  • L24-34vs NC State WolfpackSep 11
  • W42-10vs Western Carolina CatamountsSep 6
  • W10-9vs Kennesaw State OwlsAug 29
  • L17-23vs Duke Blue DevilsNov 30
  • L14-42at Miami HurricanesNov 23
  • L24-31at North Carolina Tar HeelsNov 17

Standings

TeamOverallIn conference
Virginia1-01-0
Florida State1-00-0
North Carolina1-00-0
Stanford1-00-0
Boston College0-00-0
California0-00-0
Clemson0-00-0
Duke0-00-0
Georgia Tech0-00-0
Louisville0-00-0
Miami0-00-0
Pittsburgh0-00-0
SMU0-00-0
Syracuse0-00-0
Virginia Tech0-00-0
Wake Forest0-00-0
NC State0-10-1

Box score

StatWake Forest Demon DeaconsFlorida State Seminoles
First downs1918
Third downs6-167-11
Fourth downs2-30-2
Total yards247421
Net passing yards162271
Completions18/3112/17
Yards per pass5.215.9
Rushing yards85150
Rushing attempts4040
Yards per rush2.13.8
Penalties11-934-45
Turnovers21
Fumbles lost11
Interceptions thrown10
Time of possession34:2425:36

Win probability

Above the line favours Florida State Seminoles, below favours Wake Forest Demon Deacons.

Venue

  • Doak Campbell StadiumTallahassee, FL
  • Attendance63677

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