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Updated · Fox News · Sep 3
Akron-Wake Forest Pick Backs Under 48.5 as Both Teams Break In New Quarterbacks
Updated
Updated · Fox News · Sep 3

Akron-Wake Forest Pick Backs Under 48.5 as Both Teams Break In New Quarterbacks

3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Sep 3

Summary

  • 48.5 points is the recommended total for Akron at Wake Forest, with the betting pick favoring the under in the teams' Week 1 opener.
  • Both offenses enter with new quarterbacks — Akron turns to Reese Poffenbarger, while Wake Forest starts Gio Lopez after his 1,747-yard, 10-touchdown season at North Carolina.
  • Roster turnover supports a slower start: Akron has four transfer starters on defense, and Wake Forest added two offensive linemen and two wide receivers through the portal.
  • Season expectations remain modest, with Akron's win total set at 4.5 and Wake Forest projected for about six wins against a tougher upcoming schedule.

Insights

Can Wake Forest's dominant returning defense completely shut down Akron to secure the under 48.5 despite their own offensive uncertainties?
With temperatures hitting 90 degrees, will heat and heavy roster turnover force a sluggish, clock-draining matchup in Winston-Salem?