GAME DAY · WEEK 1

Akron vs Wake Forest

Akron

0-1

Wake Forest

1-0

Final · 16 - 38

WEEK 1 · NON-CONF Allegacy Financial Stadium, Winston-Salem

Thu, Sep 3 11:00 PM Allegacy Financial Stadium, Winston-Salem

Recap

Wake Forest took care of business at Allegacy Financial Stadium, rolling past Akron 38-16 in a commanding performance. The Demon Deacons controlled the tempo throughout, building a comfortable lead and never looking back against the Mid-American Conference visitors. The 22-point victory showcased Wake Forest's dominance on their home turf, as they consistently outmatched the Zips on both sides of the ball. With 201 total plays between the two teams, the Demon Deacons made the most of their opportunities when it mattered, pulling away for the decisive Atlantic Coast Conference win in Winston-Salem.

KEY PERFORMERS

The difference-makers on both sidelines.

Akron