Are you paying attention to Wake Forest yet? You should be - and so should the CFP committee
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- Wake Forest delivered a dominant 49-7 victory over 7-2 SMU, showcasing one of the most impressive first-half performances in college football this year with a 42-0 lead at halftime.
- The Demon Deacons have won six consecutive games by at least 24 points and have outscored opponents 349-74 since halftime of a close loss to Miami, strengthening their case for higher College Football Playoff consideration.
- Wake Forest ranks highly in key metrics such as fewest turnovers, third-down conversion rate, and red zone touchdown percentage, with quarterback Gio Lopez standing out as a Heisman Trophy candidate due to his efficient play.
- The team’s disciplined defense limited SMU’s explosive plays and capitalized on opponents' mistakes, reflecting strong coaching under Jake Dickert, who recently signed a long-term contract extension.
- With remaining games against Georgia Tech and Duke, Wake Forest is positioned to reach the ACC Championship Game and continue its surge, demanding greater respect and recognition nationally.
