NC State vs Wake Forest Prediction, Picks & Odds | 11 Sep 2025
College Football Betting Preview: NC State vs Wake Forest
NC State go up against Wake Forest in this NCAAF matchup at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium, with kickoff scheduled for 19:30 on Thursday, September 11. Our betting preview features expert predictions, picks, the latest betting odds and H2H stats.
The underdogs are more than capable of staying close to NC State so there’s a strong case for betting Wake Forest against the spread here. Take the -118 for the +7.5 that is available.
North Carolina State Wolfpack beat Virginia Cavaliers in their previous game, making it back-to-back victories. It was a 35-31 home win at Carter Finley Stadium.
Wake Forest last game was a 42-10 home win. This victory over Western Carolina Catamounts at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium made it back-to-back victories.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The scoreline was 34-30 in favor of Wake Forest when they last played NC State, with the matchup taking place at Carter Finley Stadium. Both teams have won three games when it comes to the previous 6 H2H meetings.
Quarterbacks
CJ Bailey
Robby Ashford
NC State vs Wake Forest Prediction & Picks
Make the most of NC State vs Wake Forest with our betting analysis that includes an expert match prediction, expected scoreline, key player prop picks and a value-focused bet builder.
Game Prediction
The underdogs look a great play at +7.5 on the spread. Wake Forest could beat their opponents and the -118 about this college football pick makes lots of appeal.
The CFB handicappers at Sportsgambler.com stay on top of injuries and team form that could impact the outcome. We also leave no stone unturned when analyzing the latest stats to support every prediction.
Key NC State vs Wake Forest stats:
Wake Forest +7.5 Probability
Looking at the latest betting odds, our pick has a 54.1% chance of winning. Based on our in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be closer to 60%. The wager can be recommended for this precise reason.
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Player Prop Picks
The odds for CJ Bailey (NC State) to finish with fewer than 252.5 passing yards are -114. Several factors suggest he will fall short of the QB Passing Yards line, making this an appealing wager.
Noah Rogers (Wake Forest) is available at -114 to have less than 36.5 receiving yards. He’s not guaranteed to cover the Player Receiving Yards line and we’re happy to take this bet.
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Same Game Parlay Picks
Try out our same game parlay pick which starts with Wake Forest +7.5. We’ve also gone for Over 52.5 points and CJ Bailey (NC State) to have Under 252.5 passing yards.
A same game parlay is an awesome way of cheering on different outcomes within the same football game. You can predict a number of outcomes and get bigger odds than a single wager. The odds can combine to great effect.
Correct Score Prediction
31
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27
Wake Forest
NC State are available at massive odds to register a 31-27 victory and they might have the edge. This should be a close matchup and there won’t be much between the teams.
NC State vs Wake Forest Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
The sportsbooks have NC State at -294 when it comes to the Moneyline betting, implying the market leaders are 75% likely to win this college game according to the latest odds. At +235, Wake Forest are regarded as having a lower probability of winning.
The current spread is 7.5 and the total points line is 52.5. The beauty of the Totals is that you only have to choose from one of two options. Those expecting a low total can back Under 52.5 at -105.
There are a wide range of game lines and team props when it comes to most college football matchups and we recommend visiting the best betting apps to find the wager that matches your view on the game.
Hollywood Smothers is the market leader to score a touchdown at anytime and you can get -263. There is the chance to back the favorite to grab the first TD at odds of +350.
Touchdown
Receiving Yards
Rushing Yards
Passing Yards
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Last Ten Wake Forest Home Games Include Seven Defeats
Wake Forest are 3-7 in their last 10 home games, averaging 24.40 points on offense and surrendering 28.80 on defense.
NC State are 6-4 in their last 10 games on the road, posting 25.40 points per contest while yielding 26.30.
In their most recent matchup at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium, NC State got the better of Wake Forest 26-6. From the last 3 head-to-head meetings at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium, Wake Forest have claimed two wins, with NC State posting one.
| Last 10 Games | W-L | P | PF | PA | O52.5 | U52.5 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Wake Forest Home Stats |
3-7 | 53.20 | 24.40 | 28.80 | 5 | 5 | |
 NC State Away Stats |
6-4 | 51.70 | 25.40 | 26.30 | 4 | 6 | |
- W-L = Wins-Losses
- P = Avg. Points
- PF = Avg. Points For
- PA = Avg. Points Against
- O52.5 = Games Over 52.5 Points
- U52.5 = Games Under 52.5 Points
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
NC State Wolfpack Stats
Wake Forest Stats
- 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
- 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- -7.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 1 of the last 10 games
- -7.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 2 of the last 10 games on the road
- +7.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games
- +7.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 56.50 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 51.70 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 52.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
- Over 52.5 on the Road: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 29.30 pts and allowed 27.20 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 25.40 pts and allowed 26.30 pts in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 52.50 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 53.20 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 52.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
- Over 52.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 24.10 pts and allowed 28.40 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 24.40 pts and allowed 28.80 pts in the last 10 home games
| Atlantic Coast | W | L | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Miami
|
10 | 2 | 409 | 166 | 243 | 7-1 | 3-1 | 4W |
Virginia
|
10 | 3 | 418 | 267 | 151 | 6-2 | 4-1 | 1L |
Georgia Tech
|
9 | 3 | 397 | 300 | 97 | 5-2 | 4-1 | 2L |
Pittsburgh
|
8 | 4 | 421 | 299 | 122 | 4-3 | 4-1 | 1L |
SMU
|
8 | 4 | 395 | 248 | 147 | 5-1 | 3-3 | 1L |
Louisville
|
8 | 4 | 362 | 253 | 109 | 5-3 | 3-1 | 1W |
|
Wake Forest
|
8 | 4 | 322 | 258 | 64 | 5-2 | 3-2 | 1L |
Duke
|
8 | 5 | 442 | 373 | 69 | 3-3 | 5-2 | 3W |
|
NC State
|
7 | 5 | 362 | 346 | 16 | 6-1 | 1-4 | 2W |
California
|
7 | 5 | 298 | 318 | -20 | 4-2 | 3-3 | 1W |
Clemson
|
7 | 5 | 344 | 245 | 99 | 3-4 | 4-1 | 4W |
Florida State
|
5 | 7 | 396 | 264 | 132 | 5-2 | 0-5 | 2L |
Stanford
|
4 | 8 | 226 | 350 | -124 | 4-2 | 0-6 | 1L |
North Carolina
|
4 | 8 | 231 | 294 | -63 | 2-4 | 2-4 | 3L |
Virginia Tech
|
3 | 9 | 257 | 362 | -105 | 2-5 | 1-4 | 4L |
Syracuse
|
3 | 9 | 242 | 419 | -177 | 2-4 | 1-5 | 8L |
Boston College
|
2 | 10 | 305 | 393 | -88 | 1-6 | 1-4 | 1W |
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