Wake Forest vs SMU Prediction, Picks & Odds | 14 Nov 2026
Wake Forest vs SMU Predictions
For a value wager, head to the Moneyline where you can back Wake Forest to beat SMU. Our betting prediction is currently available at an attractive -104.
We’ve locked in our Wake Forest vs SMU betting picks, featuring our Best Bet, Player Props, Same Game Parlay and Correct Score Prediction. Scroll down to see the full breakdown and reasoning behind each play.
Wake Forest vs SMU Preview
Wake Forest square off against SMU at Gerald J. Ford Stadium, with kickoff scheduled for 12:00 on Saturday, November 14.
Wake Forest Demon Deacons claimed a home victory in their previous game. A 77-0 triumph against Merrimack Warriors at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium made it six straight wins.
SMU Mustangs have enjoyed six consecutive home wins at Gerald J. Ford Stadium. Last time out, Virginia Tech Hokies were beaten 51-28.
H2H: Wake Forest Too Strong for SMU in Last H2H
The last head-to-head saw Wake Forest claim a 13-12 win over SMU at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium.
Quarterbacks
Gio Lopez
Kevin Jennings
Best Bet
Wake Forest look great value on the Moneyline and our pick is that they will claim a victory in this college football battle. We’re happy to take the -104 that they win.
Key stats supporting our main match prediction:
Our team of college football handicappers track current injuries closely. Combined with recent form, this helps us identify the best value odds. A data-led approach backed by key stats and the latest team news keeps our analysis sharp.
Wake Forest Moneyline Probability
The best sportsbooks make it a 51% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. However, our cappers have this figure closer to 60% based on their in-depth research. That means we are regarding it as a value wager.
Wake Forest are available at a range of odds on the spread. If you are searching for more juice, then take a look at the latest lines and choose from the available options.
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Player Prop Picks
Gio Lopez (Wake Forest) is available at -114 to record more than 263.5 passing yards. We can back him in the QB Passing Yards market and hope the Over hits.
The odds for Carlos Hernandez (Wake Forest) to surpass 93.5 receiving yards stand at -114. We can back him in the Player Receiving Yards market and hope the Over hits.
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Same Game Parlay Pick
Check out this same game parlay which starts with Wake Forest on the moneyline. We’ve also gone for Under 60.5 points and Gio Lopez (Wake Forest) to go Over 263.5 passing yards.
There are many options when you place a same game parlay. You can go through the football lines and identify your favorite outcomes before combining the odds on the bet slip. Personalised betting doesn’t come any better.
Correct Score Prediction
31
-
23
SMU
There is a speculative bet that can be enjoyed on the Demon Deacons when it comes to the correct score lines. Taking them to win 31-23 should provide some entertainment.
Wake Forest vs SMU 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.
If you want to bet on SMU, then Moneyline odds of -114 are on offer, although Wake Forest are a -104 chance. In the eyes of the leading sportsbooks, the home team are regarded as 53% likely to claim a victory.
The spread is calculated to be 1.5, while total points comes in at 60.5. A Total bet relates to the number of points that will be scored overall. Those who wager Under 60.5 can get -110.
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Receiving Yards
Rushing Yards
Passing Yards
SMU Tough to Crack at Home
SMU own a 10-0 mark in their past 10 home games, putting up 37.70 points on average and giving up 16.50.
Wake Forest have posted five consecutive road victories. They have eight wins and two losses in the last 10 games away from home, putting up 31.40 points on average and giving up 25.00.
| Last 10 Games | W-L | P | PF | PA | O60.5 | U60.5 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 SMU Home Stats |
10-0 | 54.20 | 37.70 | 16.50 | 3 | 7 | |
 Wake Forest Away Stats |
8-2 | 56.40 | 31.40 | 25.00 | 3 | 7 | |
- W-L = Wins-Losses
- P = Avg. Points
- PF = Avg. Points For
- PA = Avg. Points Against
- O60.5 = Games Over 60.5 Points
- U60.5 = Games Under 60.5 Points
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Wake Forest Stats
SMU Stats
- 9 wins and 1 defeat in the last 10 games
- 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games
- +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games on the road
- -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games
- -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 60.50 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 56.40 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 60.5: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games
- Over 60.5 on the Road: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 43.30 pts and allowed 17.20 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 31.40 pts and allowed 25.00 pts in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 58.20 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 53.60 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 60.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
- Over 60.5 at Home: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 35.70 pts and allowed 22.50 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 37.00 pts and allowed 16.60 pts in the last 10 home games
| Atlantic Coast | W | L | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Miami
|
8 | 1 | 405 | 173 | 232 | 4-0 | 4-1 | 1L |
|
Wake Forest
|
8 | 1 | 390 | 143 | 247 | 4-1 | 4-0 | 6W |
|
SMU
|
7 | 2 | 333 | 206 | 127 | 6-0 | 1-2 | 1W |
Louisville
|
6 | 3 | 367 | 233 | 134 | 4-1 | 2-2 | 4W |
Duke
|
7 | 2 | 297 | 117 | 180 | 4-1 | 3-1 | 3W |
Clemson
|
6 | 3 | 204 | 186 | 18 | 3-2 | 3-1 | 2W |
Pittsburgh
|
6 | 3 | 287 | 178 | 109 | 5-1 | 1-2 | 1W |
Virginia Tech
|
6 | 3 | 308 | 215 | 93 | 3-1 | 3-2 | 1L |
North Carolina
|
5 | 4 | 244 | 205 | 39 | 1-3 | 4-1 | 1W |
Boston College
|
4 | 5 | 197 | 243 | -46 | 3-2 | 1-3 | 2L |
Florida State
|
4 | 5 | 276 | 255 | 21 | 3-2 | 1-3 | 1W |
NC State
|
4 | 5 | 260 | 248 | 12 | 4-2 | 0-3 | 1L |
Stanford
|
4 | 5 | 183 | 336 | -153 | 4-1 | 0-4 | 1L |
Virginia
|
4 | 5 | 233 | 208 | 25 | 4-2 | 0-3 | 3L |
California
|
3 | 6 | 197 | 284 | -87 | 2-3 | 1-3 | 3L |
Syracuse
|
4 | 5 | 264 | 229 | 35 | 2-3 | 2-2 | 1L |
Georgia Tech
|
2 | 7 | 215 | 290 | -75 | 2-4 | 0-3 | 4L |
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