Wake Forest Demon Deacons vs SMU Mustangs prediction & odds
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 12:00 PM ET · Gerald J. Ford Stadium
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When and where is Wake Forest Demon Deacons vs SMU Mustangs?
Wake Forest Demon Deacons visit SMU Mustangs at Gerald J. Ford Stadium on November 14, 2026.
Who is favored in Wake Forest Demon Deacons vs SMU Mustangs?
Wake Forest Demon Deacons are the favorite at DraftKings: moneyline -120, a price that implies about 55%. SMU Mustangs are +100.
What are the spread and the over/under for Wake Forest Demon Deacons vs SMU Mustangs?
DraftKings has WAKE -1.5, with the total at 61.5.
How are Wake Forest Demon Deacons and SMU Mustangs playing lately?
SMU Mustangs are 7-3 in their last 10, Wake Forest Demon Deacons 8-2.
The SMU Mustangs will face off against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons on November 14, 2026, at Gerald J. Ford Stadium. SMU enters the game with a record of 7-2, while Wake Forest boasts an impressive 8-1 record. The Mustangs are coming off a recent victory against the Virginia Tech Hokies, winning 51-28, and have a strong home record of 6-0 this season. In their last five games, SMU has won four, averaging 37.0 points scored and allowing 21.4 points per game.
On the other hand, Wake Forest is riding a six-game winning streak, having most recently dominated the Merrimack Warriors with a score of 77-0. The Demon Deacons have been particularly effective on offense, averaging 52.8 points scored and only allowing 6.2 points in their last five games.
The betting odds from DraftKings favor Wake Forest by 1.5 points, with a total set at 61.5. Weather conditions for the game are expected to be mild, with a temperature around 62°F and no precipitation.
This matchup is crucial for both teams as they seek to solidify their standings in the league. The previous meeting between these teams in 2025 ended with a narrow victory for Wake Forest, 13-12, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this upcoming contest.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | WAKE -1.5 | 61.5 o -105 / u -115 | Wake Forest Demon Deacons -120 · SMU Mustangs +100 |
Leaders
- Passing yardsKevin Jennings209/283, 2,764 YDS, 25 TD, 6 INTSMU Mustangs
- Rushing yardsKendrick Raphael150 CAR, 755 YDS, 10 TDSMU Mustangs
- Receiving yardsYamir Knight50 REC, 626 YDS, 6 TDSMU Mustangs
- Passing yardsGio Lopez153/228, 2,176 YDS, 18 TD, 1 INTWake Forest Demon Deacons
- Rushing yardsTy Clark III86 CAR, 416 YDS, 8 TDWake Forest Demon Deacons
- Receiving yardsCarlos Hernandez61 REC, 945 YDS, 7 TDWake Forest Demon Deacons
Recent form
SMU Mustangs
Last 10: 7-3Streak W136.8 scored · 24.4 allowed per game6-0 at home
- W25-16vs Boston College EaglesOct 3
- W23-13vs Virginia CavaliersOct 17
- W59-20vs California Golden BearsOct 24
- L30-27vs Syracuse OrangeOct 31
- W51-28vs Virginia Tech HokiesNov 6
Wake Forest Demon Deacons
Last 10: 8-2Streak W642.2 scored · 19.2 allowed per game4-1 away
- W57-3vs Stanford CardinalOct 3
- W38-14vs NC State WolfpackOct 10
- W41-7vs California Golden BearsOct 17
- W51-7vs Virginia CavaliersOct 31
- W77-0vs Merrimack WarriorsNov 7
Standings
| Team | Overall | In conference |
|---|---|---|
| Miami | 8-1 | 6-0 |
| Wake Forest | 8-1 | 5-1 |
| Louisville | 6-3 | 5-2 |
| SMU | 7-2 | 5-2 |
| Duke | 7-2 | 4-2 |
| Clemson | 6-3 | 4-2 |
| Pittsburgh | 6-3 | 3-3 |
| Virginia Tech | 6-3 | 3-3 |
| North Carolina | 5-4 | 2-3 |
| Florida State | 4-5 | 2-4 |
| Stanford | 4-5 | 2-4 |
| Virginia | 4-5 | 2-4 |
| NC State | 4-5 | 2-4 |
| Boston College | 4-5 | 2-4 |
| California | 3-6 | 2-4 |
| Syracuse | 4-5 | 2-5 |
| Georgia Tech | 2-7 | 1-5 |
Box score
| Stat | Wake Forest Demon Deacons | SMU Mustangs |
|---|---|---|
| Total points per game | 43.3 | 37.0 |
| Yards per game | 487.7 | 475.8 |
| Passing yards per game | 311.9 | 321.6 |
| Rushing yards per game | 175.8 | 154.2 |
| Total points per game allowed | 15.9 | 22.9 |
| Yards per game allowed | 310.0 | 319.8 |
| Passing yards per game allowed | 225.0 | 193.9 |
| Rushing yards per game allowed | 85.0 | 125.9 |
Venue
- Gerald J. Ford StadiumDallas, TX
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- SMU Mustangs Defeat Wake Forest Demon Deacons 91-79Jan 20, 2026
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