Michael Kern News, Rumors, Updates - Wake Forest Demon Deacons

Replaces Bachmeier at halftime Kern completed 14 of 23 passes for 172 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions during Saturday's 31-24 loss versus North Carolina.

Impact Kern entered the game at halftime to replace the struggling Hank Bachmeier. He didn't fair all that better, tossing two interceptions in a narrow loss to the Tar Heels. It's now very feasible, however, that Kern could assume the starting quarterback role for Wake Forest's final two games.

NOVEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Unused against Virginia Kern did not play during Wake Forest's 31-30 loss Saturday against Virginia.

Impact Hank Bachmeier is the only quarterback Wake Forest used Saturday. He logged more than 400 passing yards and zero turnovers against Virginia. Considering how well Bachmeier played then, Kern is not expected to be Wake Forest's starting QB until further notice.

SEPTEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Unused against Virginia Kern did not play during Wake Forest's 31-30 loss Saturday against Virginia.

SEPTEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Just eight attempts in opener Kern was 5-for-8 passing for 57 yards during Thursday's 45-13 win versus North Carolina A&T.

Impact Kern was reportedly set to start in Week 1, but was significantly out-snapped and out-played by Hank Bachmeier, who tossed for 263 yards and three scores. Kern should get more chances to play, but this may now be Bachmeier's job to lose in Winston-Salem.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Just eight attempts in opener Kern was 5-for-8 passing for 57 yards during Thursday's 45-13 win versus North Carolina A&T.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Starting yet still competing Kern will start for Wake Forest but will cede snaps to Hank Bachmeier in the opener, Pete Thamel of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The Wake Forest coaching staff reportedly still considers this a competition, which is why both quarterbacks will get a chance to play in the opener. Kern appears to have a slight edge on the transfer Bachmeier, but this battle isn't over quite yet.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Positional competition not clear Kern could be named a co-starter with Hank Bachmeier during the season-opener, Tony Siracusa of LastWordOnSports.com reports.

Impact The ongoing positional competition with Bachmeier could lead into the season, as head coach Dave Clowson has yet to name a starter. Kern could be named as a co-starter for the first game against North Carolina A&T, setting the final stage for one last audition in order to win the starting nod under center.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Back practicing, competing for spot Kern (finger) has been active in the start of fall camp and is competing for the starting quarterback spot, Connor O'Neill of Rivals.com reports.

Impact Kern missed time in Wake Forest's spring preparation due to a finger injury, but it now appears he's back practicing and ready for the season. On top of his now healthy status, the 6-foot-2 quarterback is currently competing with Louisiana Tech transfer Hank Bachmeier for the starting spot under center. The coming weeks should give a clear indication as to who will be leading the offense at the kickoff of the 2024 season, but nothing has yet been said by head coach Dave Clawson.

JULY 29 • ROTOWIRE

To miss some of spring camp Kern will miss some of Wake Forest's spring camp due to a finger injury, Les Johns of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Kern's right hand collided with a defender's helmet during Wake Forest's team practice Tuesday, injuring one of the quarterback's fingers. Though the injury will not prevent his summer or fall availability, he will miss at least multiple weeks of spring camp, maybe even all of it. Kern's absence is expected to open up more practice snaps for Hank Bachmeier, who is competing alongside Kern to be Wake Forest's starting quarterback in 2024.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Big day in win Kern was 17-for-24 passing for 261 yards, three touchdowns and one interception during Saturday's 35-31 defeat against Syracuse. He also had nine rushes for 30 yards.

Impact After a few poor performances, Kern exploded for his first 200+ yard passing day as well as a high for passing touchdowns.

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will return in 2024 Kern will return to Wake Forest in 2024, Les Johns of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Kern finished out the 2023 campaign as the starting signal-caller for the Demon Deacons and tossed three touchdown passes in the finale versus Syracuse. He'll likely need to battle things out in the offseason to maintain the stating give, but Kern figures to be in the mix for the job to open 2024.

NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Down day in loss Kern completed 11 of 20 passes for 81 yards during Saturday's 45-7 loss versus Notre Dame. He also had eight rushes for 11 yards.

Impact Kern struggled on Saturday as he completed just 55% of his passes and failed to eclipse 100 yards for the first time in his three appearances on the season.

NOVEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bulk of the action in loss Kern completed 14 of 26 passes for 137 yards, one touchdown and one interception during Saturday's 26-6 loss to North Carolina State.

Impact After starter Mitch Griffis poor play continued on Saturday the Demon Deacons made the switch to Kern. Kern wasn't able to do much as he completed just 53.8% of his passes for 5.3 yards per attempt.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Texas commit Michael Kern excited for 'amazing opportunity' at All-American Bowl Texas punter commit Michael Kern talks about what playing in the All-American Bowl means to him, where things stand with Texas, and more.

NOVEMBER 9, 2023 • 247SPORTS.COM

Out a couple weeks Kern (shoulder) is going to be out for a couple of weeks, Les Johns of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact If it holds true that Kern will sit out multiple weeks, Kern is expected to be unavailable when Wake Forest's team hosts Pittsburgh and Florida State in October. The earliest he can play is on Nov. 2 at Duke, but the lack of a clear timetable does not make his return any sooner. Kern will try to return at the onset of November.

OCTOBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Potential to play as QB1 Following the news that Sam Hartman will miss extended time for a non-football-related issue, Kern is may take over the role of starting quarterback, ESPN.com reports.

Impact Kern has the potential be promoted to Wake Forest's QB1 with the news that Sam Hartman will be sidelined for a significant amount of time. The fourth-year sophomore has not previously been a true starter for the Demon Deacons and had two completions for 67 yards in three games last season. Kern's most productive season came in 2020 when he threw for 253 yards and 12 completions in four games, but should be prepared to see a lot more action this season.

AUGUST 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Working back from injury Kern is still working his way back from injury, Conor O'Neill of Rivals.com reports.

Impact Kern is thought to be the top backup for the Demon Deacons, so it was a bit surprising when Leo Kelly took over under center in relief of Sam Hartman during Saturday's blowout win The injury would seem to explain the occurrence, but it doesn't sound like he will be out much longer.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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