CORVALLIS — Oregon State football will face a shorthanded Wake Forest offense on Saturday afternoon.

Wake Forest starting quarterback Robby Ashford is out due to a thumb injury, The Oregonian/OregonLive confirmed. ESPN’s Pete Thamel first reported the news.

Sources: Wake Forest starting QB Robby Ashford (thumb) is not expected to play at Oregon State today. Deshawn Purdie will start for Wake Forest, which will be his first start at Wake. pic.twitter.com/ZaM4ZqBRBT — Pete Thamel (@PeteThamel) October 11, 2025

Ashford has completed 60% of his passes for 1,172 yards, two touchdowns and four interceptions this season. He’s rushed for an additional 233 yards and four touchdowns.

Sophomore Deshawn Purdie is expected to start for Wake Forest in Ashford’s place, and star running back Demo

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