Wake Forest Faces Stanford in ACC Matchup

Wake Forest is set to face Stanford in a crucial college football matchup on October 26, as both teams aim to secure bowl eligibility. The Demon Deacons, with a 3-4 record, are coming off a narrow victory against UConn, while the Cardinal, at 2-5, are struggling after a heavy loss to SMU. Wake Forest's quarterback Hank Bachmeier has thrown for over 1,700 yards this season, while running back Demond Claiborne ranks seventh in the ACC for rushing yards. Stanford's offense has been inconsistent, averaging just 19.7 points per game, and they have not yet confirmed a starting quarterback for the game. The matchup will be notable for the sibling rivalry between the Bachmeier brothers, although they won't be directly competing on the field. This game marks the beginning of a three-year stretch of Wake Forest's trips to the West Coast, highlighting the significance of this encounter for both teams.