ncaaf Game Recap
California Golden Bears vs Wake Forest Demon Deacons Wrap - California Wins 46-36
Fernando Mendoza was good for 385 yards through the air on Friday as the Golden Bears got past the Demon Deacons by a score of 46-36 at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium.
California was a favorite by -7.5 points and came through with an ATS victory for bettors. The game went OVER the consensus closing total of 54.5.
Fernando Mendoza completed 40 of 56 pass attempts for 385 yards for the Golden Bears in the win.
Demond Claiborne rushed for 113 yards for Wake Forest, while Tate Carney added 8 yards. Hank Bachmeier threw for 274 yards for the Demon Deacons, while receivers Taylor Morin and Demond Claiborne had 110 and 51 yards respectively.
California outgained Wake Forest 500-386 yards in the game, while the battle of first downs was won 31-26 by the Golden Bears.
Wake Forest lost the time of possession battle 34:30-25:30, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.
California heads into a 12 battle against Syracuse. Wake Forest, meanwhile, will have their next action against North Carolina.