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Rainy Rivalry: Wake Forest Faces NC State
10 Oct
Summary
- Wake Forest and NC State meet for their 120th rivalry game.
- A significant chance of rain is forecast due to Hurricane Isaias.
- This marks the 116th consecutive year these teams have played.
The historic rivalry between Wake Forest and NC State continues this Saturday, October 10, 2026, as they meet for the 120th time. The game will be held at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, North Carolina. Wake Forest enters the matchup with considerable momentum following a decisive victory last weekend and is ranked just outside the AP Top 25.
NC State, with a 3-2 record, has experienced an up-and-down season so far. This particular game holds historical significance, marking the 116th consecutive year the two teams have faced each other, the second-longest such streak nationally. Last year, NC State defeated Wake Forest 34-24 in Winston-Salem.
Adding an extra layer of challenge, the weather forecast indicates a significant chance of rain and wind speeds of 12-15 miles per hour, with gusts, due to the outer bands of Hurricane Isaias. This weather could impact kicking accuracy for both teams.
