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Wake Forest Faces Miami in Big 2026 Test
Wake Forest's 2026 season starts with a major challenge against No. 5 Miami.
In brief
Wake Forest's 2026 season starts with a major challenge against No. 5 Miami. Wake Forest must overcome Miami's strong start to secure a win in their biggest 2026 test. Originally reported by Wake Forest Demon Deacons On SI.
Wake Forest Starts Strong
Wake Forest began the 2026 season by smoking Akron at home before winning an overtime game against Purdue on the road.
Miami's Dominant Start
Miami Hurricanes are 2-0 with a 77-7 demolition of Florida A&M after dismantling Stanford.
Wake Forest Underdogs
Wake Forest enters this game as the underdog with a considerable talent gap against Miami's national championship aspirations.
Miami Players to Watch
Darian Mensah, the ACC Preseason Player of the Year, leads Miami's offense after transferring from Duke.
Toney's Impact
Malachi Toney caught 109 passes for 1,211 yards as a freshman and opened 2026 with three touchdowns.
Wake Forest's Edge
Wake Forest has a home advantage in Winston-Salem with a crowd that could make Miami's first road test uncomfortable.
Miami's Advantage
Miami possesses the superior roster and has spent its first two games looking like a national championship contender.
Wake Forest's Challenge
Wake Forest needs a strong fourth-quarter performance to give itself a chance against Miami.
What Happens Next
Wake Forest hopes for a repeat of Friday night's unexpected outcomes to secure a win.
The main idea
Wake Forest must overcome Miami's strong start to secure a win in their biggest 2026 test.
