In this article, we will formulate a Wake Forest vs California Prediction for this College Football Week 11 game on Tuesday, November 5th, at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium. Let’s take a look at a Wake Forest Demon Deacons vs California Golden Bears pick.
Wake Forest Have Won a Couple of Straight
Wake Forest haven’t been exactly dominant in the last two games but they have been able to come away with victories in each of the games. Wake Forest won 23-20 against UConn two games and in the last game against Stanford, they were able to secure the 27–24 victory. Hank Bachmeier had a strong game completing 20 of his 30 passes for 245 yards, three touchdowns, and one interception.
Demond Claiborne also was good on the ground finishing with 23 carries for 127 yards. Wake Forest on the season is averaging 27.1 points while their defense is giving up 31 points per game. In this game, Wake Forest needs to get out to a fast start like they did in the last game where they scored 14 points in the 1st quarter. Wake Forest will face North Carolina and Miami following this one.
Why Wake Forest Will Beat California
- California has lost 15 of its last 18 road games against conference opponents.
- Wake Forest has won 16 of its last 20 games against non-AP-ranked teams at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium.
- The underdog has covered the spread in three of California’s last four games.
How Does Cal Build on the Last Game?
Cal has been inconsistent heading into this game but they are coming off a victory in the last game. California faced off against the Oregon State Beavers and the offense put up 44 points, and now all of a sudden they could be a team with confidence. Fernando Mendoza was sure good under center, completing 27 of his 36 passes for 364 yards, two touchdowns, and zero interceptions. One area the team could still improve was the running game as the top rusher had only 33 rushing yards.
Cal on the season is averaging 26.5 points while their defense is giving up 17.3 points per game. The offense is ranked 81st in the league while the defense is ranked 13th. The defense is going to need to be good, but even more important the offense needs to continue to find success moving the ball.
Wake Forest vs California Prediction
California’s offense finally impressed in the last game but let’s not that fool us. This California offense has been inconsistent at best this season and Mendonza can’t be trusted. Wake Forest’s offense is going to get the offense out to a fast start and although it might not be the prettiest game, they are going to get the job done. Back Wake Forest against the spread.