Wake Forest Demon Deacons vs Mississippi State Bulldogs NCAAF Betting Prediction
PublishedDecember 10, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:December 10, 2025 ,

NCAAF Demon Deacons vs Mississippi State Prediction 1/2

The Wake Forest Demon Deacons will take on the Mississippi State Bulldogs in the Duke’s Mayo Bowl. This game is set for Friday, January 2, 2026, at 8:00 PM. It will be held at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC, and broadcast on ESPN. The Demon Deacons finished the regular season with an 8-4 record, while the Bulldogs ended at 5-7. Both teams are ready for an exciting postseason game.

Wake Forest vs. Mississippi State Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Wake Forest +113. Wake Forest has a better overall record and a positive trend as underdogs. Mississippi State has struggled at home with a 3-4 record.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Over 56.5. Both teams have shown they can score points, and Mississippi State’s home games often go over the total.

Team Trends

  • The game is set for January 2, 2026, at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC.
  • Wake Forest finished the regular season with an 8-4 record.
  • Mississippi State ended their regular season with a 5-7 record.
  • Wake Forest’s road record this season is 3-2.
  • Mississippi State has a home record of 3-4 this season.

Wake Forest vs Mississippi State Duke’s Mayo Bowl Preview

The Wake Forest Demon Deacons are gearing up for the Duke’s Mayo Bowl with an 8-4 record. They have shown strong performances both at home and on the road. Their balanced play has helped them secure a spot in this postseason game. They will be looking to leverage their experience from the Atlantic Coast Conference to gain an edge.

On the other side, the Mississippi State Bulldogs finished their season with a 5-7 record. They faced challenges in the Southeastern Conference, ending with a 1-7 conference record. Despite these hurdles, the Bulldogs aim to make the most of their home advantage at Bank of America Stadium. Fans can expect the Bulldogs to come prepared for this bowl game.

Bulldogs’ Home Field Dynamics

The Mississippi State Bulldogs play in the Southeastern Conference. Their home games are held at Davis Wade Stadium. This season, they hold a 5-7 record with a 3-4 home record.

The Bulldogs’ top quarterback, Blake Shapen, participated in 12 games. He threw for 2,436 yards and achieved 15 touchdowns. Kamario Taylor, another quarterback, played in 10 games, contributing 388 passing yards and 4 touchdowns.

The Bulldogs’ offense scored 366 points this season, ranking 40th. They achieved 2,844 passing yards and 1,973 rushing yards. On defense, the team allowed 350 points, ranked 126th, and made 20 sacks, ranked 22nd.

Wake Forest Demon Deacons: Road Warriors

Wake Forest Demon Deacons compete in the Atlantic Coast Conference. Their home field is Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium. This season, they have an 8-4 record, with a 3-2 record on the road.

Robby Ashford leads the team as quarterback, playing in 11 games. He has passed for 2,169 yards with 9 touchdowns. Deshawn Purdie, another quarterback, contributed 618 yards and 6 touchdowns in 9 games.

Demond Claiborne stands out as the top running back, with 907 rushing yards and 10 touchdowns in 12 games. On the receiving end, Chris Barnes leads with 547 yards and 3 touchdowns. The defense has made 25 sacks and allowed 258 points this season.

Final Betting Pick

Wake Forest is a solid pick for the money line at +113. They have an 8-4 record this season, showing they perform well on the road with a 3-2 record. Mississippi State, on the other hand, has a 5-7 record and struggles at home with a 3-4 record. This gives Wake Forest an edge as they have been successful as underdogs before.

For the over/under prediction, going over 56.5 points seems likely. Wake Forest has shown they can score, with games often reaching high totals. Mississippi State’s home games also tend to go over, making this a reasonable choice. Both teams have offenses capable of putting up points, which supports the over prediction.

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