Miami (FL) vs. Wake Forest prediction: Why Miami Florida is favored to win in college football Week 3 [2026]

Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have re-simulated the outcome of Miami (FL) vs. Wake Forest, forming part of our college football predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model gives Miami Florida a 91.8% chance of beating Wake Forest. Our predicted final score has Miami Florida winning 37-18. According to our model, Wake Forest (+20.5) has a 53.2% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 55.5 points has a 50.8% chance of going over.

Latest betting odds

We have researched the best college football odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

• Spread: Miami (FL) -20.5 (-110) / Wake Forest +20.5 (-107)
• Moneyline: Miami (FL) -1450, Wake Forest +950
• Total: Over/Under 55.5 (-106/-107)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Model picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

• Spread: Wake Forest +20.5 @ -107 via BetRivers
• Moneyline: Wake Forest @ +950 via bet365
• Total: Over 55.5 @ -106 via FanDuel

According to our best college football bets, the top play to make on this game is Wake Forest +20.5 at the spread.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the current available odds.

Game info & kickoff details

Friday's college football action between Wake Forest and Miami (FL) at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium is scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM ET.

• Who: Miami Florida vs. Wake Forest
• Date: Friday, September 18, 2026
• Time: 7:30 PM ET/4:30PM PT
• Venue: Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium

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Conclusion

We predict Miami Florida, with a 91.8% win probability, will likely beat Wake Forest in Friday's college football matchup.

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This article's predictions and probabilities are generated by Dimers' proprietary College Football prediction model. Our editorial team reviews the resulting content for accuracy and presentation before publication.