Wednesday, November 27
Winston-Salem, N.C.
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Wake Forest University
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Pro Deacs: Week 12
11/25/2024 11:32:00 PM | Football
A head-to-head matchup of former Demon Deacons, as well as an incredible catch in the snow on Thursday Night Football highlight Pro Deacs.
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – In week 12 of the 2024 NFL Season, Pro Deacs were highlighted by a head-to-head matchup between two former Demon Deacons, an incredible catch in the elements on Thursday Night Football, and some consistent defensive play.
Blake Whiteheart Helps Browns Secure Win in the Snow
After getting activated off the practice squad, tight end Blake Whiteheart made the most out of his opportunity on Thursday Night Football, helping the Cleveland Browns secure a 24-19 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers in the snow in a typical, hard-fought AFC North showdown. In his first game back on the active roster since Oct. 6th, Whiteheart hauled in an incredible 29-yard catch late in the third quarter to help spur a touchdown drive to extend the lead.
So far this season, Whiteheart has recorded four catches for 42 yards and a touchdown, with the 29-yard catch being the longest catch of his NFL career.
Zach Tom and Malik Mustapha Battle it Out in Green Bay
Week 12 of the 2024 NFL season saw another battle between former Demon Deacon stars, as Zach Tom and the Green Bay Packers came out victorious over Malik Mustapha and the San Francisco 49ers 38-10. For the Packers, Tom played all 67 snaps, earning him a 78.8 PFF rating for the game. This season, Tom has cemented himself as one of the best offensive tackles in the league, as his 85.3 PFF rating is the sixth highest grade among tackles in the league. Tom also holds an 87.0 PFF rating for run blocking, the third best among offensive tackles.
On the other side, Malik Mustapha continued his incredible rookie campaign, recording a team-high nine tackles (three solo) and a tackle for loss on Sunday. Mustapha has proven to be a force for the San Francisco secondary, having recorded 52 total tackles, including 21 solo tackles, as well as four pass defenses and an interception.
Kobie Turner Adds Another Solid Performance
Despite the Los Angeles Rams 37-20 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, defensive lineman Kobie Turner added another solid performance to his sophomore season. Turner finished the game with five tackles, four of which were solo tackles. Turner has had a solid 2024 season, having 52 total tackles, which is just five away from his total from his rookie season. Turner has also matched his career-best with 29 solo tackles, while also adding 5.5 tackles for loss, five sacks, three pass defenses, and a forced fumble.
Justin Strnad Continues Career-Best Season
Linebacker Justin Strnad continued his career-best season for the Denver Broncos, as the Broncos moved up to 7-5 with a dominant 29-19 win over the Las Vegas Raiders. Strnad finished Sunday's contest with three total tackles (two solo) and a pass defense. Strnad has been on fire this season, having set new career-highs in tackles (49), solo tackles (34), tackles for loss (11), and sacks (3).
#ProDeacs Week 13 Slate (All times eastern)
Blake Whiteheart Helps Browns Secure Win in the Snow
After getting activated off the practice squad, tight end Blake Whiteheart made the most out of his opportunity on Thursday Night Football, helping the Cleveland Browns secure a 24-19 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers in the snow in a typical, hard-fought AFC North showdown. In his first game back on the active roster since Oct. 6th, Whiteheart hauled in an incredible 29-yard catch late in the third quarter to help spur a touchdown drive to extend the lead.
Go up and get it, @BlakeWhiteheart 😤#ProDeacs 🎩
— Wake Forest Football (@WakeFB) November 22, 2024
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So far this season, Whiteheart has recorded four catches for 42 yards and a touchdown, with the 29-yard catch being the longest catch of his NFL career.
Zach Tom and Malik Mustapha Battle it Out in Green Bay
Week 12 of the 2024 NFL season saw another battle between former Demon Deacon stars, as Zach Tom and the Green Bay Packers came out victorious over Malik Mustapha and the San Francisco 49ers 38-10. For the Packers, Tom played all 67 snaps, earning him a 78.8 PFF rating for the game. This season, Tom has cemented himself as one of the best offensive tackles in the league, as his 85.3 PFF rating is the sixth highest grade among tackles in the league. Tom also holds an 87.0 PFF rating for run blocking, the third best among offensive tackles.
On the other side, Malik Mustapha continued his incredible rookie campaign, recording a team-high nine tackles (three solo) and a tackle for loss on Sunday. Mustapha has proven to be a force for the San Francisco secondary, having recorded 52 total tackles, including 21 solo tackles, as well as four pass defenses and an interception.
Like a heat-seeking missile, @_malikmustapha 🚀
— Wake Forest Football (@WakeFB) November 24, 2024
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Kobie Turner Adds Another Solid Performance
Despite the Los Angeles Rams 37-20 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, defensive lineman Kobie Turner added another solid performance to his sophomore season. Turner finished the game with five tackles, four of which were solo tackles. Turner has had a solid 2024 season, having 52 total tackles, which is just five away from his total from his rookie season. Turner has also matched his career-best with 29 solo tackles, while also adding 5.5 tackles for loss, five sacks, three pass defenses, and a forced fumble.
Justin Strnad Continues Career-Best Season
Linebacker Justin Strnad continued his career-best season for the Denver Broncos, as the Broncos moved up to 7-5 with a dominant 29-19 win over the Las Vegas Raiders. Strnad finished Sunday's contest with three total tackles (two solo) and a pass defense. Strnad has been on fire this season, having set new career-highs in tackles (49), solo tackles (34), tackles for loss (11), and sacks (3).
#ProDeacs Week 13 Slate (All times eastern)
- Greg Dortch (ARI)
- Last Week: Seattle Seahawks 16 defeated Arizona Cardinals 6
- This Week: Arizona Cardinals vs. Minnesota Vikings (Sunday, 1:00 p.m., FOX)
- Sage Surratt (ARI - IR)
- Last Week: Seattle Seahawks 16 defeated Arizona Cardinals 6
- This Week: Arizona Cardinals vs. Minnesota Vikings (Sunday, 1:00 p.m., FOX)
- Jessie Bates III (ATL)
- Last Week: Bye Week
- This Week: Los Angeles Chargers vs. Atlanta Falcons (Sunday, 1:00 p.m., CBS)
- Blake Whiteheart (CLE)
- Last Week: Cleveland Browns 24 defeated Pittsburgh Steelers 19
- This Week: Cleveland Browns vs. Denver Broncos (Monday, 8:15 p.m., ESPN)
- Caelen Carson (DAL)
- Last Week: Dallas Cowboys 34 defeated Washington Commanders 26
- This Week: New York Giants vs. Dallas Cowboys (Thursday, 4:30 p.m., FOX)
- A.T. Perry (DEN - PS)
- Last Week: Denver Broncos 29 defeated Las Vegas Raiders 19
- This Week: Cleveland Browns vs. Denver Broncos (Monday, 8:15 p.m., ESPN)
- Justin Strnad (DEN)
- Last Week: Denver Broncos 29 defeated Las Vegas Raiders 19
- This Week: Cleveland Browns vs. Denver Broncos (Monday, 8:15 p.m., ESPN)
- Zach Tom (GB)
- Last Week: Green Bay Packers 38 defeated San Francisco 49ers 10
- This Week: Miami Dolphins vs. Green Bay Packers (Thursday, 8:20 p.m., NBC)
- Ja'Sir Taylor (LAC)
- Last Week: Baltimore Ravens 30 defeated Los Angeles Chargers 23
- This Week: Los Angeles Chargers vs. Atlanta Falcons (Sunday, 1:00 p.m., CBS)
- Kobie Turner (LAR)
- Last Week: Philadelphia Eagles 37 defeated Los Angeles Rams 20
- This Week: Los Angeles Rams vs. New Orleans Saints (Sunday, 4:05 p.m., FOX)
- Luke Masterson (LV - IR)
- Last Week: Denver Broncos 29 defeated Las Vegas Raiders 19
- This Week: Las Vegas Raiders vs. Kansas City Chiefs (Friday, 3:00 p.m., Amazon Prime)
- Alex Bachman (LV)
- Last Week: Denver Broncos 29 defeated Las Vegas Raiders 19
- This Week: Las Vegas Raiders vs. Kansas City Chiefs (Friday, 3:00 p.m., Amazon Prime)
- Michael Jurgens (MIN)
- Last Week: Minnesota Vikings 30 defeated Chicago Bears 27 (OT)
- This Week: Arizona Cardinals vs. Minnesota Vikings (Sunday, 1:00 p.m., FOX)
- Justin Herron (NO - IR)
- Last Week: Bye Week
- This Week: Los Angeles Rams vs. New Orleans Saints (Sunday, 4:05 p.m., FOX)
- Carlos "Boogie" Basham Jr. (NYG - PS)
- Last Week: Tampa Bay Buccaneers 30 defeated New York Giants 7
- This Week: New York Giants vs. Dallas Cowboys (Thursday, 4:30 p.m., FOX)
- Malik Mustapha (SF)
- Last Week: Green Bay Packers 38 defeated San Francisco 49ers 10
- This Week: San Francisco 49ers vs. Buffalo Bills (Sunday, 8:20 p.m., NBC)
- Sam Hartman (WAS - PS)
- Last Week: Dallas Cowboys 34 defeated Washington Commanders 26
- This Week: Tennessee Titans vs. Washington Commanders (Sunday, 1:00 p.m., CBS)
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