Wake Forest vs. Western Carolina: Deacs Aim to Improve Run Game

Wake Forest's offensive coordinator, Rob Ezell, emphasized the need for consistency after the team's close win against Kennesaw State. The Demon Deacons struggled to generate push up front, relying on a late field goal to secure the victory. With Claiborne's status uncertain, Wake Forest will need other players to step up in the running game.

Western Carolina's defense, on the other hand, had a disastrous outing against Gardner-Webb, allowing 52 points and over 600 yards of offense. Coach Kerwin Bell stressed the need for dramatic improvement on the defensive side of the ball. The Catamounts will need to find a way to stop the run and limit big plays in the passing game.

Both teams have clear areas to address as they head into this matchup. Wake Forest will look to establish their running game and create a more balanced offensive attack, while Western Carolina will focus on tightening up their defense and preventing opponents from running wild.

Improving their running game and establishing consistency on offense.

Their defense, which allowed over 600 yards of offense in their first game.

He is day-to-day with a rib injury, and his status is uncertain.

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