As Week 7 of the 2025 college football season unfolds, Wake Forest Demon Deacons head to Corvallis to play against Oregon State Beavers. The game is set to take place at Reser Stadium, an outdoor venue, on October 11th, 2025, with kickoff scheduled for 3:30 PM. Fans can catch the action live on the CW channel. Wake Forest enters the game with a 3-2 record, demonstrating strength in their road games with a 1-0 standing. Their recent victory over Virginia Tech with a score of 30-23 highlights their competitive edge, especially away from home. However, challenges in their conference games have left them with a 1-2 conference record. In contrast, Oregon State is still searching for their first win of the season with a 0-6 record. The Beavers have struggled both at home and on the road, reflected in their 0-3 records in both categories. Despite these setbacks, Oregon State showed promise in their narrow 27-24 loss to Houston, indicating potential for improvement as they play on their home turf.
Oregon State vs Wake Forest At a Glance
- Game Location: Reser Stadium in Corvallis, OR
- Game Time: Saturday, October 11, 2025, at 3:30 PM
- Broadcast: CW
- Wake Forest Record: 3-2 overall, 1-0 on the road
- Oregon State Record: 0-6 overall, 0-3 at home
- Odds: Wake Forest favored with a -144 moneyline
Oregon State Beavers: A Season in Review
Offensive Struggles
Oregon State’s offensive performance has been inconsistent this season. They rank 76th in points scored with 110, indicating room for improvement in scoring efficiency. While their passing attack has been strong, ranking 21st with 1556 yards, their rushing game needs more production, currently ranked 104th with 588 yards.
Despite these struggles, the Beavers have managed to secure 123 first downs, ranking 20th. This suggests that while they can move the ball effectively, converting these opportunities into points remains a challenge.
Defensive Challenges
Defensively, Oregon State ranks 116th in points allowed with 210, highlighting vulnerabilities on that side of the ball. However, they have been impressive in creating turnovers, with 4 interceptions ranking 5th nationally.
The team also has a solid pass rush, accumulating 8 sacks and ranking 16th. Yet, their inability to recover fumbles, with a ranking of 9th but no recoveries, indicates a missed opportunity for additional defensive impact.
Recent Game Performances
In their most recent outing against Appalachian State, Oregon State fell 27-23 despite outgaining their opponent in first downs and passing yards. This game exemplifies their struggle to convert yardage into victories.
Previous losses to Houston, Oregon, Texas Tech, and Fresno State reveal a pattern of competitive performances but ultimate shortcomings in clinching wins, particularly away from home. The Beavers’ road performance requires attention as they continue their season.
Key Player Contributions
Quarterback Maalik Murphy leads the offensive charge with 1523 passing yards, ranking 9th nationally, and 9 touchdowns. His performance has been a bright spot for the Beavers’ aerial attack.
Wide receiver Trent Walker has been a primary target, securing 43 receptions and 584 receiving yards, ranking 3rd and 4th respectively. His efforts have been critical to the Beavers’ passing success.
Betting Trends
- SU – As Favorite: Last 29 Games (2021–2025) → 22-7 (75.9%)
- O/U – Home Games: Last 4 Games (2024–2025) → 4-0 (100.0%)
- SU – Home Games: Last 29 Games (2021–2025) → 21-8 (72.4%)
- ATS – Home Games: Last 29 Games (2021–2025) → 20-9 (69.0%)
- ATS – After Win: Last 30 Games (2020–2024) → 20-10 (66.7%)
The Wake Forest Demon Deacons Ready for Action Against Oregon State
Offensive Performance
The Wake Forest Demon Deacons have demonstrated a balanced offensive strategy during the 2025 season. They have amassed 1,228 passing yards, ranking 65th, and 800 rushing yards, placing them 70th nationally. This balanced attack has resulted in 135 points, ranking them 62nd in points for.
In their recent game against Virginia Tech, the Demon Deacons displayed their passing prowess with 256 yards through the air. Robby Ashford has been pivotal, contributing significantly to their passing game with 1,172 passing yards this season.
Defensive Strengths
Defensively, Wake Forest has shown notable improvement this season, allowing 106 points, ranking 57th in the nation. Their ability to pressure the quarterback is evident with 10 sacks, which places them 14th nationally. Moreover, they have excelled in creating turnovers, ranking 3rd with 2 interceptions and 7th with 2 fumble recoveries.
Their recent game against Virginia Tech saw them hold the Hokies to 111 passing yards, showcasing their defensive backfield’s effectiveness. This defensive performance has been key to their success and will be critical against Oregon State.
Key Players to Watch
Robby Ashford continues to be a key player for Wake Forest, leading the team’s offense as a quarterback. With 1,172 passing yards in five games, his performance is vital for the Demon Deacons’ success. In the backfield, Demond Claiborne has been a standout with 395 rushing yards, ranking him 48th in the nation.
On the receiving end, Chris Barnes is a player to watch, with 308 receiving yards this season. His ability to stretch the field will be crucial for Wake Forest’s passing attack against Oregon State.
Recent Game Insights
In their recent 30-23 victory over Virginia Tech, Wake Forest demonstrated resilience, especially in their passing game. They outperformed Virginia Tech in the air and maintained possession with 19 first downs to Virginia Tech’s 16. This game highlighted their ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities, a trend they will aim to continue.
Despite a narrow loss to Georgia Tech in Week 5, Wake Forest showed offensive balance with 233 passing yards and 212 rushing yards. Their ability to adapt and find offensive rhythm will be crucial against Oregon State.
Betting Trends
- SU – As Favorite: Last 30 Games (2020–2025) → 24-6 (80.0%)
- O/U – All Games: Last 3 Games (2025) → 3-0 (100.0%)
- O/U – Totals ≥ 50: Last 3 Games (2025) → 3-0 (100.0%)
- SU – Away Games: Last 6 Games (2024–2025) → 4-2 (66.7%)
- ATS – Away Games: Last 6 Games (2024–2025) → 4-2 (66.7%)
Oregon State vs Wake Forest Prediction: Over 51.5
The Oregon State Beavers have been on a streak of high-scoring games at home, with their last four outings all going over the total. Despite their struggles this season, they have managed to put up points, as shown by their consistent offensive output in recent games.
Wake Forest, while playing their first road game of the season, has shown a balanced offensive attack that ranks in the middle of the pack nationally. Their ability to score against an Oregon State defense that ranks low in points allowed could lead to a high-scoring game.
The Beavers’ defense, allowing 210 points this season, has been a major concern, and Wake Forest’s offense will likely exploit these weaknesses. Considering Oregon State’s trends and Wake Forest’s offensive capabilities, the total of 51.5 seems achievable.
Given the offensive tendencies and defensive vulnerabilities of both teams, the projection leans towards a game that surpasses the set total. The expected final score reflects this prediction.
- Oregon State vs Wake Forest Prediction: Over 51.5
- Oregon State vs Wake Forest Score: Wake Forest 31 – Oregon State 28
