Raleigh, NC
Oct 5, 2024
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Wake Forest clinched a dramatic 34-30 victory over NC State at Carter-Finley Stadium, despite NC State holding a 10-point lead early in the fourth quarter. The contest began with Wake Forest scoring on a 3-yard passing touchdown from Hank Bachmeier to Demond Claiborne, set up by Evan Slocum's lengthy fumble return. However, the game's momentum shifted when NC State's quarterback Grayson McCall suffered a severe injury, thrusting true freshman CJ Bailey into the spotlight.
Riding the emotional waves of McCall's exit, Bailey fought valiantly, delivering a pair of touchdown passes and leading the Wolfpack to a 30-20 mark with just over 13 minutes remaining. Demond Claiborne’s heroics, which included a 32-yard rushing touchdown, spearheaded a spirited comeback by the Demon Deacons, highlighted by Bachmeier's crucial fourth-down connection to Deuce Alexander. Wake's defense then sealed the game with an interception from Branson Combs, marking a significant comeback victory for the Demon Deacons and snapping their three-game losing streak.
Demond Claiborne (Wake Forest)
Scored on a 3-yard touchdown pass from Bachmeier after Evan Slocum returned a fumble 88 yards, putting Wake Forest ahead 10-0.
Keenan Jackson (NC State)
Tied the game at 10-10 with a 9-yard touchdown grab from CJ Bailey, keeping the Wolfpack competitive in the first half.
Demond Claiborne (Wake Forest)
Made an impactful 11-yard run, setting the tone for Wake Forest's third quarter offensive efforts.
Kendrick Raphael (NC State)
Burst through with a 20-yard rushing touchdown, temporarily regaining the lead for NC State at 23-20.
Demond Claiborne (Wake Forest)
Raced for a 32-yard rushing touchdown, drawing Wake Forest within 3 points to reposition them for a comeback.
Demond Claiborne (Wake Forest)
Ran 3 yards for the decisive touchdown, putting Wake Forest in the lead at final moments, completing a 13-play drive.
Branson Combs (Wake Forest)
Intercepted a CJ Bailey pass, clinching the victory for Wake Forest in a critical closing sequence.
Demond Claiborne (Wake Forest, RB)
Dynamic performance that included 136 rushing yards and three touchdowns, key in Wake Forest's comeback victory.
Branson Combs (Wake Forest, LB)
Made a game-sealing interception in the final minute of play, securing the Demon Deacons' victory.
CJ Bailey (NC State, QB)
Showed poise under pressure with critical touchdown passes after taking over quarterback duties following McCall's injury.
Sean Brown (NC State, LB)
Made a significant impact defensively with a sack, a forced fumble, and recovery that placed NC State in scoring position.
Nick Andersen (Wake Forest, DB)
Led the defense with 11 tackles, playing a crucial role in bottling up NC State's late offensive efforts.
Wake Forest Demon Deacons
10
7
3
14
34
NC State Wolfpack
3
13
7
7
30
