- Game: Wake Forest Demon Deacons vs Old Dominion Monarchs
- Date: Saturday, September 16, 2023
- Location: S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, VA
- TV: ESPN+
- Odds/Point Spread: Monarchs (+14)
- Total/Over-Under: 59
The Old Dominion Monarchs (1-1) will face off against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons (2-0) at S.B. Ballard Stadium on Saturday, September 16, 2023. The Monarchs enter the game as 14-point underdogs according to the odds. The over-under is set at 59.
The Wake Forest Demon Deacons have had a strong start to the season with a 2-0 record. In their previous game, they defeated the Vanderbilt Commodores with a score of 36-20. Mitch Griffis had a stellar performance, completing 17 out of 26 passes for 196 yards and 2 touchdowns. Demond Claiborne led the rushing attack with 165 yards on 26 carries. The Demon Deacons gained a total of 484 yards from 74 plays, with 288 yards coming from rushing. On defense, they allowed 314 passing yards and 109 rushing yards. Overall, the Wake Forest Demon Deacons have accumulated 911 yards and scored 7 touchdowns this season.
The Demon Deacons have showcased a strong ground game, averaging 193.0 yards per game, which ranks them 42nd in college football. On the defensive end, they have conceded an average of 337.0 yards per game. They have given up 3 passing touchdowns and 1 rushing touchdown so far this season. The team defense has allowed an average of 18.5 points per game.
The Old Dominion Monarchs have a 1-1 record this season. In their previous game, they secured a 38-31 victory against the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns. Grant Wilson threw for 247 yards and 4 touchdowns, while Keshawn Wicks rushed for 103 yards on 17 carries. The Monarchs gained a total of 392 yards from 54 plays. On defense, they allowed 173 rushing yards and 285 passing yards. The Monarchs are averaging 27.5 points per game and 343.5 yards per game on offense. Defensively, they have given up an average of 33.5 points per game and 272.0 passing yards per game.
The Monarchs will enter the game with a 14-point advantage according to the point spread. Will they be able to cover the spread?
The Pick: Take the Monarchs +14
