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Wake Forest strengthens CFP case with 'statement' win at SMU
ESPN • • general
Key Points:
- Wake Forest, ranked No. 13, extended its winning streak to seven games with a dominant 49-7 victory over SMU, strengthening its College Football Playoff case.
- Gio Lopez contributed significantly with two rushing touchdowns and a passing touchdown, leading the Demon Deacons to a 42-0 halftime lead and a commanding performance.
- SMU suffered its first Atlantic Coast Conference home loss in Ford Stadium after entering the game undefeated in league home contests, dampening their playoff hopes.
- Wake Forest has not lost since a defeat to Miami nearly two months ago and is positioned for a potential ACC Championship rematch against the Hurricanes.
- The Demon Deacons showcased a powerful offense, outgaining SMU 535-275, and became the first team since Alabama in 2013 to score at least 20 points while shutting out opponents in the first half of four consecutive games.
