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11mo ago

Wake Forest Extends First-Year Coach Jake Dickert to Long-Term Deal

Wake Forest says the extension rewards a defense-first turnaround after an eight-win season.

Head coach Jake Dickert and Robby Ashford #2 of the Wake Forest Demon Deacons react to a replay review in the second half during a game against the Virginia Cavaliers at Scott Stadium in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Nov 8, 2025; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Wake Forest Demon Deacons head coach Jake Dickert (center) chest bumps Demon Deacons defensive back Nick Andersen (45) after the Demon Deacons blocked a touchdown pass in the final seconds of the second half against the Virginia Cavaliers at Scott Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Athletics director John Currie announced the agreement Tuesday, with the program also posting confirmation on its official X account.
  • Dickert led the Demon Deacons to an 8-4 finish in 2025, the program’s best mark since 2022 and the most wins by a first-year head coach in school history.
  • Wake Forest’s defense ranked sixth in the ACC and 38th nationally in scoring defense, finishing top-five in the league in total and passing defense.
  • The season included two victories over College Football Playoff Top-25 opponents and 12 All-ACC selections highlighted by the school.
  • Dickert called the deal a vote of confidence that provides stability, resources and support, while university leaders praised his impact as immediate and transformational.