This article was originally published on www.si.com/college/wake-forest as Wake Forest to Play Mississippi State in 2026 Duke’s Mayo Bowl. It was announced on Sunday that the Wake Forest Demon Deacons (8-4, 4-4 ACC) will face off against the Mississippi State Aggies (5-7, 1-7 SEC) in the Duke’s Mayo Bowl.

The ACC's nightmare scenario almost played out on Sunday, but thanks to a curious decision by the CFP selection committee, the conference has one team in.

The competitors in the annual Duke’s Mayo Bowl were announced on Sunday. The game takes place at Bank of America Stadium on Jan. 2.

The Bulldogs' season was brought back to life Sunday after other teams turned down bowl invitations, leaving a spot open for them.

Mississippi State football accepted an invitation to play in the Duke's Mayo Bowl on Jan. 2 despite having only five wins.

Live coverage of the Arizona State Sun Devils vs. Duke Blue Devils NCAAF game on ESPN, including live score, highlights and updated stats.

First half highlights were few and far between for the Duke basketball squad in its eventual 66-60 true road win over the No. 7-ranked Michigan State Spartans (