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Golden Bears vs Demon Deacons: Cal Faces Off Against Wake Forest in ACC Battle for Bowl Eligibility

The upcoming ACC battle between Cal and Wake Forest on Friday, Nov. 8 features the Golden Bears at 4-4 overall and a 0-4 conference record, while the Demon Deacons stand at 4-4 and 2-2 in the ACC. Cal snapped a four-game losing streak with a win over Oregon State last week, while Wake Forest has won three of their last four games, all on the road. Kick-off is set for 8 P.M. EST with California opening as the betting favorite at -7, with the line remaining unchanged. Stay tuned for the Cal vs Wake Forest preview and prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Golden Bears -275 | Demon Deacons +225
• Spread: Golden Bears -7 (-110) | Demon Deacons +7 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 55 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that California will win straight-up is 73%.

California vs Wake Forest Stats

California Golden Bears

Cal is currently 4-4 overall and 0-4 in the ACC, but they recently snapped a four-game losing streak with a win against Oregon State. After a bye week to regroup and get healthy, the Golden Bears are focused on improving their performance on the road, where they are 1-2 with both losses in the Eastern Time Zone. In their last game, Cal's defense stood out, holding Oregon State to just 7 points and forcing two turnovers. Quarterback Fernando Mendoza had a strong performance, throwing for 364 yards and two touchdowns. On the season, Mendoza has thrown for over 2,000 yards with 10 touchdowns and three interceptions. Running back Javian Thomas leads the rushing attack with 5 touchdowns. Defensively, Teddye Buchanan leads the team in tackles, while Xavier Carlton has seven sacks and Nohl Williams has six interceptions. Cal's offense is averaging 26.5 points per game, ranking 80th nationally, while their defense is allowing 17.3 points per game, ranking 13th. The team is 5-3 against the spread, with a power ranking of 25.

Wake Forest Demon Deacons Analysis

Wake Forest Demon Deacons are currently 4-4 overall this season, with a 2-2 record in ACC contests. They have won three of their last four games, including a recent victory over Stanford with a score of 27-24. Quarterback Hank Bachmeier has thrown for 1,958 yards and completed 62.7% of his passes, while running back Demond Claiborne has rushed for 711 yards and scored eight touchdowns. On defense, Nick Andersen leads the team in tackles and Kevin Pointer has 3.5 sacks on the season. Wake Forest is averaging 27.2 points per game on offense and allowing 31 points per game on defense. They are 2-4-2 against the spread this season and have a power ranking of 114.

Wake Forest and Cal Face Off for Bowl Eligibility: Can Wake Forest Secure Victory?

Both teams are determined to secure a victory in order to reach bowl eligibility. Wake Forest has faced challenges in their home games, while Cal has struggled in their performances on the east coast. Despite the difficulties, Wake Forest has managed to win three out of their last four games, showcasing their ability to find ways to secure victories. On the other hand, Cal recently broke a four-game losing streak in their last match. Issues such as turnovers and a lack of big plays have hindered Cal's performance in previous games and may continue to pose challenges in the upcoming match. With Wake Forest's momentum and the efforts of quarterback Hank Bachmeier, they are poised for a significant victory on Friday. I recommend placing a bet on Wake Forest to cover the spread.

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