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Underdog Wake Forest Eyes Upset vs Louisville
26 Sep
Summary
- Wake Forest's defense limited Miami's offense significantly.
- Louisville's quarterback struggles under pressure.
- Wake Forest's defense is expected to pressure Louisville's offense.
Wake Forest will face Louisville on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium. The Demon Deacons are projected as 13.5-point underdogs in a game with a total set at 56.5 points.
Last week, Wake Forest's defense showcased its strength by limiting Miami's potent offense. Quarterback Darian Mensah, previously considered a Heisman contender, was held to a mere 6.5 yards per attempt, with Miami gaining only 26 yards on their final six possessions.
Under coordinator Scott Hazelton, Wake Forest's defense, strengthened by nine returning starters for 2026, is anticipated to apply significant pressure on Louisville's offense. This defensive prowess is expected to hinder Louisville's ground attack, which was a key factor in their previous 41-point output.
Louisville quarterback Lincoln Kienholz experienced a clean performance against SMU, but his statistics reveal a notable decrease in efficiency when pressured. His completion rate and yards per completion significantly drop when facing defensive pressure, suggesting Wake Forest's defensive front could exploit this vulnerability.
