Miami Hurricanes favored against Wake Forest in Week 3

The Miami Hurricanes are favored to win their Week 3 matchup against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons, scheduled for Friday, September 18, 2026, at 7:30 PM ET. Miami enters the game as a national championship contender, boasting an explosive offense led by quarterback Darian Mensah and wide receiver Malachi Toney. Following a high-scoring performance against FAMU, Miami looks to maintain momentum in this ACC opener for Wake Forest.

Betting markets reflect Miami's status as a heavy favorite with a moneyline of -2000 and a spread of -21.5. Wake Forest, currently 2-0, enters the contest as an underdog with a moneyline of +953. The projected total points for the game is set at 56.