Wake Forest at Florida State Picks and Predictions for Saturday, November 1, 2025
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Wake Forest (5–2, 2–2 ACC) visits Florida State (3–4, 0–4 ACC) on Saturday. The Demon Deacons edged SMU 13–12 last week, while the Seminoles lost 20–13 at Stanford. Throw the winning touchdown pass with no time remaining with our free college football picks.
Game Information for Wake Forest vs Florida State
7:30 PM ET, November 1
Doak Campbell Stadium, Tallahassee, FL
TV: ACC Network
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Wake Forest Demon Deacons Preview
Wake Forest has won three straight by controlling tempo and running the ball. Running back Demond Claiborne has rushed for 539 yards and 8 touchdowns, averaging nearly 8 yards per carry. Quarterback Robby Ashford has 233 yards and 4 rushing touchdowns, giving Wake an extra option near the goal line. In the passing game, Chris Barnes has been the top target with 410 yards and 3 scores, while Sterling Berkhalter and Micah Mays Jr. have stretched defenses.
Defensively, Wake Forest has relied on steady tackling and pressuring the quarterback. Langston Hardy has 4.5 sacks, and Nick Andersen leads the team with 50 total tackles. The Deacons have allowed points in spurts but have performed well late in games. To stay close, the Demon Deacons must protect the football and sustain drives to keep Florida State’s offense off the field.
Florida State Seminoles Preview
Florida State is on a four-game losing streak despite being competitive in nearly every contest. Quarterback Tommy Castellanos has thrown for 1,607 yards, 9 touchdowns, 5 interceptions, and remains a running threat with 319 yards on the ground. Gavin Sawchuk leads the team in rushing with 422 yards and 6 scores, while Duce Robinson leads the receiving corps with 541 yards and 3 touchdowns.
On defense, Earl Little Jr. has been the most consistent performer with 45 tackles and 3 interceptions. The Seminoles have forced nine turnovers this season, but have also given the ball away too often, creating short fields for opponents. Playing at home, the focus will be on limiting mistakes and improving red-zone execution.
Wake Forest at Florida State Prediction
Wake Forest has momentum, but Florida State’s balance and home-field advantage will make the difference. The Seminoles’ offense moves the ball better through the air, and the secondary matches up well with Wake’s receivers. Expect a close game early before Florida State’s running game takes control in the second half. Final Score Prediction: Florida State Seminoles win and cover ATS, 31–17.
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- Florida State Seminoles -8.5
- Under 53.5
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