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Demon Deacons Fall 34-24 Against NC State - Game Recap

NC State got a 164-yard performance from Hollywood Smothers as a key part of its 34-24 victory over the Demon Deacons on Thursday at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium.

The Wolfpack were a -7.0-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 52.5.

Hollywood Smothers rushed for 164 yards, while Jayden Scott added 23 yards in the win. Noah Rogers and Terrell Anderson added 52 and 46 receiving yards respectively.

Demond Claiborne rushed for 35 yards for Wake Forest, while Robby Ashford added 21 yards. Robby Ashford threw for 252 yards for the Demon Deacons, while receivers Chris Barnes and Sterling Berkhalter had 76 and 43 yards respectively.

NC State outgained Wake Forest 406-311 yards in the game, while the battle of first downs was won 24-12 by the Wolfpack.

NC State led the time of possession tally, as the game finished as a 38:05-21:55 split in that important category.

NC State heads into a 4 battle against Duke. Wake Forest, meanwhile, will have their next action against Georgia Tech.