Overview
- Wake Forest ended a three-game losing streak with a dramatic win over NC State, improving their record to 2-3.
- Demond Claiborne was the star of the game, scoring three touchdowns, including the game-winning 3-yard run with just over a minute remaining.
- NC State's starting quarterback, Grayson McCall, left the game early due to a serious hit and was unable to return.
- Backup quarterback CJ Bailey threw for 272 yards and two touchdowns for Wake Forest, helping secure the victory.
- Despite committing turnovers on their first two second-half possessions, Wake Forest capitalized on crucial fourth-down plays during their final drive.