Wake Forest Demon Deacons football, 1980–89 Schedule 1981

| Date_ | Opponent | Location_ | Result_ | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/31/1981* | at #3 Clemson | Memorial Stadium • Clemson, SC | L 24-82 | 60383 |
| 11/07/1981 | Duke | Wallace Wade Stadium • Durham, NC | L 10-31 | 22000 |
| 11/14/1981 | at Richmond | UR Stadium • Richmond, VA | W 34-22 | 15285 |