Stanford Cardinal
Wake Forest returns home off a ranked road upset while Stanford just snapped a two-game skid behind Davis Warren's 396-yard night, setting up a sharp market reset around a cross-country noon ET kickoff.
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| Sportsbook | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| FanDuel | STNFRD +12.5 WAKE -12.5 | STNFRD +440 WAKE -610 | O 53.5 U 53.5 |
| DraftKings | STNFRD +12.5 WAKE -12.5 | STNFRD +380 WAKE -500 | O 53.5 U 53.5 |
| BetMGM | STNFRD +13 WAKE -13 | STNFRD +400 WAKE -525 | O 53.5 U 53.5 |
| BetRivers | STNFRD +12.5 WAKE -12.5 | STNFRD +410 WAKE -590 | O 53.5 U 53.5 |
| Fanatics | STNFRD +12.5 WAKE -12.5 | STNFRD +390 WAKE -525 | O 53.5 U 53.5 |
| Bovada | STNFRD +13 WAKE -13 | STNFRD +390 WAKE -550 | O 53.5 U 53.5 |
| BetOnline.ag | STNFRD +13 WAKE -13 | STNFRD +383 WAKE -500 | O 53.5 U 53.5 |
| LowVig.ag | STNFRD +13 WAKE -13 | STNFRD +383 WAKE -500 | O 53.5 U 53.5 |
| MyBookie.ag | STNFRD +13 WAKE -13 | STNFRD +390 WAKE -549 | O 53.5 U 53.5 |
| BetUS | STNFRD +13 WAKE -13 | STNFRD +390 WAKE -500 | O 53.5 U 53.5 |
| Caesars | STNFRD +13 WAKE -13 | STNFRD +400 WAKE -530 | O 53.5 U 53.5 |
Injury Report
Wake Forest quarterback Gio Lopez played and finished the Louisville win after carrying a pregame hip-related questionable tag, while Carlos Hernandez was active and produced 194 receiving yards. Stanford entered the Georgia Tech game without guard Niki Prongos and linebacker Jahsiah Galvan, with several earlier questionable listings also on the board. Game-week ACC availability updates will be important before kickoff.
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Key Matchup Edge
Stanford's clearest offensive edge is through the air. Davis Warren just threw for 396 yards and three touchdowns, while Wake Forest surrendered 324 passing yards at Louisville. If the Cardinal protection gives Warren time against Wake's four-sack front, Stanford can stress the Deacons' secondary enough to challenge a sizable home-favorite price.
3 Things to Watch
- Stanford's 9 a.m. body-clock start
- Hernandez against Stanford's outside coverage
- Wake pass rush versus Cardinal protection
Betting Breakdown
Wake Forest owns the stronger overall profile at 3-1 and returns home after a 30-27 upset of No. 16 Louisville, but Stanford arrives with a very different offensive ceiling than it showed earlier in September. Davis Warren shredded Georgia Tech for 396 passing yards and three touchdowns in a 34-27 comeback, and that matters against a Wake defense that just allowed 324 passing yards. The Deacons counter with Carlos Hernandez, who erupted for nine catches and 194 yards at Louisville and now has 516 receiving yards through four games. Wake also generated nine tackles for loss and four sacks, a pressure profile that can punish Stanford if its protection regresses. Travel remains a real handicap: the Cardinal must cross the country for a noon ET kick, effectively a 9 a.m. body-clock start. Early look-ahead numbers leaned Wake by roughly 9.5, but Stanford's Saturday breakthrough and Wake's ranked road upset both create room for a meaningful market reset before kickoff.
Stanford Betting Outlook
Stanford improved to 2-2 with its first ACC win under Tavita Pritchard, rallying from a 20-10 halftime deficit to beat Georgia Tech 34-27. Warren's 396-yard, three-touchdown performance changed the offensive conversation, especially with Caden High posting 121 receiving yards and two scores. The concern is still consistency away from home: Stanford is 0-1 on the road after a 35-7 loss at Duke and now faces a 2,300-mile trip with a 9 a.m. PT body-clock kickoff. Protecting Warren against Wake's active front is essential. If Stanford avoids negative plays and keeps the passing game explosive, the Cardinal have a much better chance to stay inside a multi-score spread.
Wake Forest Betting Outlook
Wake Forest is 3-1 after beating No. 16 Louisville 30-27 on the road, its second road win over a Power Four opponent this season. Gio Lopez threw for 225 yards without an interception, Ty Clark III scored twice, and Carlos Hernandez dominated with 194 receiving yards. The Deacons also held Louisville to 75 rushing yards, produced four sacks and nine tackles for loss, and blocked a late field goal. The betting question is pass defense: Louisville still threw for 324 yards, creating an obvious test against a Stanford offense coming off its best aerial game of the season. Wake's home field and Stanford's early body-clock start remain meaningful advantages.
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QB1 COOKED 👨🍳
— Stanford Football (@StanfordFball) September 27, 2026
3 TDs
22-36
396 yards
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— Wake Forest Football (@WakeFB) September 26, 2026
Stanford Cardinal vs Wake Forest Demon Deacons FAQ
What is the current spread for Stanford Cardinal vs Wake Forest Demon Deacons?
The current home spread is WAKE -12.5, while the away spread is STNFRD +12.5.
How far has the spread moved for Stanford Cardinal vs Wake Forest Demon Deacons?
The spread opened at WAKE -12.5 and is now WAKE -12.5.
What is the current moneyline for Stanford Cardinal vs Wake Forest Demon Deacons?
The current moneyline is STNFRD +380 / WAKE -500.
How far has the moneyline moved for Stanford Cardinal vs Wake Forest Demon Deacons?
The moneyline opened at STNFRD +360 / WAKE -470 and is now STNFRD +380 / WAKE -500.
What is the current total for Stanford Cardinal vs Wake Forest Demon Deacons?
The current total is 53.5.
How far has the total moved for Stanford Cardinal vs Wake Forest Demon Deacons?
The total opened at 54.5 and is now 53.5.
Is the market taking the underdog in Stanford Cardinal vs Wake Forest Demon Deacons?
Current market signal: Market Steady.
Is the market taking the favorite in Stanford Cardinal vs Wake Forest Demon Deacons?
Current market signal: Favorite Taking Support.
Is the total dropping for Stanford Cardinal vs Wake Forest Demon Deacons?
Current totals signal: Total Dropping.
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Current totals signal: Total Dropping.
Where to watch Stanford Cardinal vs Wake Forest Demon Deacons?
You can watch this game on ACC Network. For the latest broadcast details, see Where to Watch.
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What is the biggest matchup edge for Stanford Cardinal vs Wake Forest Demon Deacons?
Stanford's clearest offensive edge is through the air. Davis Warren just threw for 396 yards and three touchdowns, while Wake Forest surrendered 324 passing yards at Louisville. If the Cardinal protection gives Warren time against Wake's four-sack front, Stanford can stress the Deacons' secondary enough to challenge a sizable home-favorite price.
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