Wake Forest Demon Deacons vs. UConn Huskies: 2024 Week 8 Recap

Quick answer

Wake Forest Demon Deacons defeated UConn Huskies 23–20 in Week 8, 2024. Final score: Wake Forest Demon Deacons 23, UConn Huskies 20.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Wake Forest Demon Deacons	3	9	6	3	23
UConn Huskies	3	3	6	6	20

Stars of the game

Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.

Passing

• Nick Evers (UConn) — 267.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.14 EPA/play +5.95 EPA
• Hank Bachmeier (Wake Forest) — 221.0 yds · -0.18 EPA/play -6.70 EPA

Rushing

• Demond Claiborne (Wake Forest) — 60.0 yds · 2 TD -0.16 EPA
• Tate Carney (Wake Forest) — 28.0 yds -0.28 EPA
• Cam Edwards (UConn) — 20.0 yds -0.52 EPA

Receiving

• Jasaiah Gathings (UConn) — 7 rec · 75.0 yds +1.05 EPA
• Horatio Fields (Wake Forest) — 6 rec · 43.0 yds +0.54 EPA
• Taylor Morin (Wake Forest) — 5 rec · 70.0 yds +0.51 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Nick Evers	UConn	44	59.1%	267	2	+0.14	+5.95
Hank Bachmeier	Wake Forest	37	54.1%	221	0	-0.18	-6.70

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Wake Forest	UConn
Plays	77	67
EPA / play	-0.121	-0.115
Total EPA	-9.33	-7.73
Success rate	42.9%	34.3%
Pass EPA / play	-0.181	+0.135
Rush EPA / play	-0.066	-0.595
Yards	346	306

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	UConn	3	0	-3.28	Punt
Q1	Wake Forest	3	6	-2.78	Punt
Q1	UConn	3	25	-3.98	Interception
Q1	Wake Forest	3	0	-3.52	Punt
Q1	UConn	3	10	-0.41	Punt
Q1	Wake Forest	6	34	-1.10	Ended
Q1	UConn	5	46	+2.69	Ended
Q1	Wake Forest	0	0	—	Field goal
Q1	UConn	5	12	-1.78	Field goal
Q1	Wake Forest	7	75	+5.78	Rush TD
Q2	UConn	5	16	-2.05	Punt
Q2	Wake Forest	12	70	+1.15	Field goal
Q2	UConn	8	19	-1.05	Field goal
Q2	Wake Forest	8	32	-2.40	Interception
Q2	UConn	1	-2	-0.52	Ended
Q3	Wake Forest	7	26	+2.19	Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · UConn Huskies · Nick Evers pass to Louis Hansen for a touchdown (25 yards) (+5.38 EPA)
2. Q1 · UConn Huskies · Nick Evers pass intercepted (-4.82 EPA)
3. Q2 · Wake Forest Demon Deacons · Hank Bachmeier pass to Micah Mays Jr. for 41 yards (3rd & 7) (+3.83 EPA)
4. Q2 · Wake Forest Demon Deacons · Hank Bachmeier pass intercepted (-2.79 EPA)
5. Q3 · UConn Huskies · Nick Evers pass to Jasaiah Gathings for a touchdown (20 yards) (+2.77 EPA)
6. Q2 · Wake Forest Demon Deacons · Hank Bachmeier pass to Demond Claiborne for 20 yards (3rd & 4) (+2.75 EPA)
7. Q2 · UConn Huskies · Field goal good from 53 yards (+2.72 EPA)
8. Q4 · UConn Huskies · Nick Evers pass to Brett Buckman for 17 yards (4th & 2) (+2.55 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Wake Forest Demon Deacons controlled the final (23–20) in Week 8.
• Passing edge: Nick Evers (UConn) — 267.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: UConn at -0.115 EPA/play.
• Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Wake Forest Demon Deacons vs UConn Huskies?

Wake Forest Demon Deacons 23, UConn Huskies 20 in Week 8 of the 2024 college football season.

Who won Wake Forest Demon Deacons vs UConn Huskies?

Wake Forest Demon Deacons won with a final score of 23–20.

Where can I find the Wake Forest Demon Deacons vs UConn Huskies box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401629034.

Who led Wake Forest Demon Deacons vs UConn Huskies in passing?

Nick Evers (UConn) led passers with 267.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Wake Forest Demon Deacons at UConn Huskies in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.