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Wake Forest Demon Deacons face NC State in a crucial rivalry game after Gio Lopez's historic five-touchdown performance against Stanford. With Juke Harris transferring to Tennessee, the ACC team must adjust its receiving corps and defensive back depth.

Hosts analyze Gio Lopez's projection to throw for two touchdowns and run for one more against NC State, discussing offensive line protection and ball security. The episode covers roster challenges following the portal exit of Juke Harris, the fourth-best remaining player.

Topics include the Wooden Award buzz for Lopez, depth chart battles at receiver and defensive back, and a 31-17 prediction for the rivalry matchup. Fans discuss morale, transfer portal impacts, and the team's ceiling in the competitive ACC standings.

In this episode: Juke Harris Departure & Roster Impact · Gio Lopez MVP Case & Depth Chart · Lightning Round & Final Predictions.

More Demon Deacons coverage, previews & recaps: https://www.beatlinesports.com/shows/wake-forest-demon-deacons-basketball/
Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/cbb/wake/2026-10-10/transcript.html

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