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Florida St. Seminoles Ready for Big Win as They Travel to Wake Forest Demon Deacons for Key Matchup

Game time: October 28, 2023 at 12:00 PM ET

Venue: Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium — Winston-Salem, NC

Article updated Oct 23, 6:36 PM EDT

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The undefeated Florida State Seminoles (7-0, 5-0 ACC) will travel to the Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, to face the Wake Forest Demon

Game outlook

The undefeated Florida State Seminoles (7-0, 5-0 ACC) will travel to the Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, to face the Wake Forest Demon Deacons (4-3, 1-3 ACC). The Demon Deacons have won three of their last four at home, and are hoping for an upset as the game kicks off at 12 PM. Florida State is the betting favorite, with the current line opening at -20 and being adjusted to -20.5. This is a key game for both teams, as the Seminoles look to continue undefeated and the Demon Deacons strive for an upset.

Game Info

When: Saturday, 10/28/2023 @ 12:00pm EST

Where: Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium Stadium Seminoles vs Demon Deacons Betting Odds Moneyline: Seminoles -1,350 | Demon Deacons +790

Spread: Seminoles -20.5 (-110) | Demon Deacons +20.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 51.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Florida St. will win straight-up is 93%.

Florida St. Seminoles

Led by their 4th year head coach Mike Norvell, the AP Poll 4th-ranked Florida State Seminoles, are undefeated (7-0) this season and are the heavy favorites to win the Atlantic Coast Conference. An impressive winning streak of thirteen dating backs to last season, and they have been Ranked in the top 5 for 8 weeks now, the longest streak since 2013. QB Jordan Travis is the key to the offense that averages 445 yards per game scoring 41.6 points per game. He is completing passes 65.1% of the time and has thrown 15 touchdowns with only 2 interceptions. On the ground, junior Trey Benson averages over 6 yards per carry with 6 touchdowns on the season. With two big targets, Keon Coleman (7 TD's) and Johnny Wilson with 400+ receiving yards each, the FSU offense has the tools to be successful. The defense also contributes to their success allowing only 18.6 points per game, while holding opposing teams to 350 yards per game and a 50% completion rate. They have a chance to run the table and get into the College Football Playoff tournament at the end of the season. Florida State, led by 4th year head coach Mike Norvell and ranked 4th in the AP Poll, have already demonstrated their potential with an undefeated record (7-0 W/ 5-2 ATS). The Seminoles have an impressive thirteen-game winning streak dating back to last season and are the heavy favorites to win the Atlantic Coast Conference. Boasting an impressive offense, led by QB Jordan Travis (1750 yards/ 15TD's/ 65.1% comp. rate) and RB Trey Benson (over 6 ypc/ 6 TD's), and a defense allowing only 18.6 points per game, the Seminoles are a powerful force in College Football. With a power ranking of 9, Florida St. is ranked 7 in offense, 22 in defense, and have a real chance of running the table and getting into the College Football Playoff tournament at the end of the season.

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Wake Forest Demon Deacons Analysis

Third-string quarterback, Santino Marucci, made his debut in the homecoming game against Pitt, throwing a winning touchdown with 7 seconds left in the game. The win snapped a 3-game losing streak. Mitch Griffis has had most attempts in the QB position, passing for 1211 yards, 9 touchdowns, and 6 interceptions. Jahmal Banks stepped up in the absence of Donavon Greene gaining 433 yards and 3 touchdowns. Demond Claiborne is the team's touchdown leader with 471 rushing yards and 5 touchdowns. Defensive end Jasheen Davis and linebacker Jacob Roberts have 4.5 and 5 sacks, respectively. Coach Dave Clawson in his 10th year at Wake Forest has managed to keep the program progressing.

FSU on the Verge of Big Win Despite Chalk Loses, Potential to Score 39-40 Points

Despite two big chalk losses over the past few weeks the book has slightly reduced the number for this game by 4. This is due to Wake Forest starting either a veteran quarterback who has already been benched this season or an untested sophomore with 2 interceptions to 1 touchdown thrown. Florida State's defense is well-equipped to challenge Wake's run-heavy offense and hold the rushing total to 149 yards or less. FSU has a consistent offense, with QB throwing only 2 interceptions and kicker Ryan Fitzgerald connecting on all 8 field goal attempts. With FSU potentially scoring 39-40 points per game and converting 44 % of 3rd down conversions, there is great value in taking FSU-20.

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SportsJaw Seminoles vs Demon Deacons archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Seminoles vs Demon Deacons matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Florida St. Seminoles-1,430 → -1,429Moved
  • Moneyline · Wake Forest Demon Deacons+750 → +823Moved
  • Spread · Florida St. Seminoles-20 (-110) → -21 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Wake Forest Demon Deacons+20 (-110) → +21 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over53.5 (-110) → 53 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under53.5 (-110) → 53 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Florida St. Seminoles
7-0 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 7-2-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Wake Forest Demon Deacons
3-3 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 2-8-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2023-10-23T22:36:20.729Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2022-10-01Wake Forest Demon Deacons 31 · Florida St. Seminoles 21
  • 2021-09-18Florida St. Seminoles 14 · Wake Forest Demon Deacons 35
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Florida St. Seminoles defeated Wake Forest Demon Deacons 41-16

Florida St. Seminoles defeated Wake Forest Demon Deacons 41-16 on October 28, 2023, a 25-point decision in the series. Florida St. Seminoles' strongest period was the 2nd quarter, when it outscored its opponent 24-7. Against SportsJaw's recorded Florida St. Seminoles -21 (-110) spread, Florida St. Seminoles covered, while the 57 combined points finished over the recorded total of 53.

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Tipster picks

  • RainmanSpread · Florida St. Seminoles -20 (-110)Win
  • MauriceJonesSpread · Florida St. Seminoles -20 (-110)Win
  • CoversSpread · Florida St. Seminoles -20.5 (-110)Win
  • CoolioSpread · Florida St. Seminoles -21 (-110)Win
  • CoolioTotal · Over 52.5 (-110)Win
  • OddssharkSpread · Wake Forest Demon Deacons +21 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 52.5 (-110)Win
  • JohnTharpMoneyline · Florida St. Seminoles -1,500Win