Getty Images CLEMSON, SOUTH CAROLINA - SEPTEMBER 17: Head coach Dabo Swinney of the Clemson Tigers lobbies the officials for a pass interference call against the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs during the second half of their game at Memorial Stadium on September 17, 2022 in Clemson, South Carolina. (Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images)
Week 4 of the college football slate has arrived, which means more conference games this weekend. One of the biggest showdowns on the slate features fifth-ranked Clemson on the road against No. 21 Wake Forest in a huge ACC tilt.
The game (Noon ET start time) will be televised on ABC, but if you don’t have cable, you can watch a live stream on FuboTV or DirecTV Stream, which both include ABC in nearly every market and come with a free trial.
Those are the two best live stream options if you’re cutting cable, but there are also some other alternatives, so here’s a full guide on the different ways to watch Clemson vs Wake Forest streaming live online:
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FuboTV
You can watch a live stream of ABC (live in most markets) and 100-plus other live TV channels on FuboTV, which comes with a free seven-day trial:
Once signed up for FuboTV, you can watch Clemson vs Wake Forest live on the FuboTV app or FuboTV website.
Compatible devices for the FuboTV app include Roku, Roku TV, Amazon Fire TV or Fire Stick, Apple TV, Chromecast, Xbox One or Series X/S, Samsung TV, LG TV, any device with Android TV (such as a Sony TV or Nvidia Shield), iPhone, Android phone, iPad or Android tablet.
You can also watch the game (labeled as ESPN3) live on the ESPN app or ESPN.com. You’ll need to sign in to a participating internet service provider to watch this way, but you can use your Fubo credentials if you don’t have that.
DirecTV Stream
DirecTV Stream has four different channel packages: “Entertainment,” “Choice,” “Ultimate” and “Premier.” ABC (live in most markets) is included in every one, and you can pick any package and any add-on you want with your free five-day trial:
Once signed up for DirecTV Stream, you can watch Clemson vs Wake Forest live on the DirecTV Stream app or DirecTV Stream website.
Compatible devices for the DirecTV Stream app include Roku, Roku TV, Amazon Fire TV or Fire Stick, Apple TV, Chromecast, Samsung TV, any device with Android TV (such as a Sony TV or Nvidia Shield), iPhone, Android phone, iPad or Android tablet.
You can also watch the game (labeled as ESPN3) live on the ESPN app or ESPN.com. You’ll need to sign in to a participating internet service provider to watch this way, but you can use your DirecTV Stream credentials if you don’t have that.
Sling TV
You can watch a live stream of ESPN3 (which simulcasts games on ABC) and 40-plus other live TV channels via Sling TV’s “Sling Orange” bundle. This option doesn’t include a free trial, but it’s the cheapest long-term streaming service with the ESPN channels, and you can your first month for half off:
Once signed up for Sling TV, you can watch Clemson vs Wake Forest live on the Sling TV app or Sling TV website.
Compatible devices for the Sling TV app include Roku, Roku TV, Amazon Fire TV or Fire Stick, Apple TV, Chromecast, Xbox One or Series X/S, Samsung TV, LG TV, any device with Android TV (such as a Sony TV or Nvidia Shield), airTV Mini, Oculus, Portal, iPhone, Android phone, iPad or Android tablet.
You can also watch the game (labeled as ESPN3) live on the ESPN app or ESPN.com. You’ll need to sign in to a participating internet service provider to watch this way, but you can use your Sling credentials if you don’t have that.
Hulu With Live TV
You can watch a live stream of ABC (live in most markets) and 65+ other TV channels via Hulu With Live TV, which now also includes access to both ESPN+ and Disney+ at no added cost:
Once signed up for Hulu With Live TV, you can watch Clemson vs Wake Forest live on the Hulu app or Hulu website.
Compatible devices for the Hulu app include Roku, Roku TV, Amazon Fire TV or Fire Stick, Apple TV, Chromecast, Xbox One or Series X/S, PlayStation 4 or 5, Nintendo Switch, Samsung TV, LG TV, any device with Android TV (such as a Sony TV or Nvidia Shield), iPhone, Android phone, iPad or Android tablet.
You can also watch the game (labeled as ESPN3) live on the ESPN app or ESPN.com. You’ll need to sign in to a participating internet service provider to watch this way, but you can use your Hulu credentials if you don’t have that.
Vidgo
You can watch a live stream of ABC (live in a few markets) and 65+ other TV channels on Vidgo, which does not come with a free trial:
Once signed up for Vidgo, you can watch Clemson vs Wake Forest live on the Vidgo app or Vidgo website.
Compatible devices for the Vidgo app include Roku, Roku TV, Amazon Fire TV, or Firestick, Apple TV, Chromecast, any device with Android TV (such as a Sony TV or Nvidia Shield), iPhone, Android phone, iPad, or Android tablet.
You can also watch the game (labeled as ESPN3) live on the ESPN app or ESPN.com. You’ll need to sign in to a participating internet service provider to watch this way, but you can use your Vidgo credentials if you don’t have that.
Clemson vs Wake Forest Preview
This game is easily the biggest game of the ACC season so far and could go a long way to shaping the conference standings. Both teams are 3-0 so far, with Clemson already 1-0 in conference play.
It’s no secret that the Tigers have been led by their defense so far this season. Clemson has held opponents to 14 points and just under 313 yards per game.
Clemson has also done a good job taking the ball away, forcing seven turnovers so far this season. The Tigers would like to see a little more pass rush as they’ve recorded five sacks so far.
On offense, the Tigers have struggled at times, but despite that their still averaging 41.33 points and 425 yards per game. Quarterback DJ Uiagalelei has led the way with 779 yards of total offense and six total touchdowns.
Clemson has also gotten a big contribution from Will Shipley with 249 yards rushing and six touchdowns. Beaux Collins has also been a key weapon with nine catches for 158 yards and three touchdowns.
For Wake Forest, the offense has led the way so far this season as they’ve averaged 42 points and 434.33 yards per game. After missing the first game quarterback Sam Hartman has come back strong passing for 625 yards, seven touchdowns, and two interceptions.
A.T. Perry has been the team’s leading receiver with 12 catches for 212 yards and a touchdown. However, the offense has also gotten contributions from several others including Donavon Greene, Taylor Morin, and Jahmal Banks.
The running game has been more of a by-committee approach with Christian Turner leading the way with 149 yards and two touchdowns.
On defense Wake has had their struggles so far this season. The Deacs have allowed 23.67 points per game and just allowed 36 to Liberty last Saturday.
While Wake has given up some points the defense has played well in other areas. The pass rush has been effective recording nine sacks so far. They’ve also been able to take the ball away as they’ve done so eight times this season.
This game will likely be determined by which defense plays best. Both teams can score, but whoever gets the most stops will win the game.