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Wake Forest Looks to Keep Its ACC Momentum Rolling Against Merrimack
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- Wake Forest Looks to Keep Its ACC Momentum Rolling Against Merrimack
Photo by: Jim Dedmon
Wake Forest returns home Saturday with an opportunity to continue one of the ACC's strongest seasons.
The Demon Deacons enter Week 10 at 7-1 overall and 5-1 in conference play. They are also ranked No. 14 nationally.
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Merrimack visits Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium after falling to Wagner.
On paper, Wake Forest enters as the clear favorite. The Demon Deacons still need to take care of business.
Wake Forest Is Building Momentum
Wake Forest dominated Virginia 51-7 in its latest game.
The Demon Deacons gained 309 rushing yards and received a strong performance from receiver Carlos Hernandez.
Hernandez caught eight passes for 136 yards and a touchdown.
Wake Forest has shown the ability to win through multiple areas of its offense. That balance has helped the program remain near the top of the ACC standings.
Merrimack Faces a Difficult Challenge
Merrimack enters at 4-5 after a 19-14 loss to Wagner.
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Quarterback AJ Hairston accounted for both of the Warriors' touchdowns. He threw for 199 yards and also contributed on the ground.
Wake Forest will need to account for Hairston's ability to extend plays.
The Demon Deacons have bigger conference goals ahead. Saturday is an opportunity to maintain momentum and avoid an unexpected setback.
Kickoff:Saturday, Nov. 7, at 3:30 p.m. ET
Location:Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
TV:ACC Network
