Duke edges Virginia 19-16 in comeback victory on October 23

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Duke edges Virginia 19-16 in comeback victory on October 23
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Duke secured a 19-16 win against Virginia on October 23 in Charlottesville, snapping a two-game losing streak. Walker Eget played through a finger injury to throw for 211 yards. Duke's defense forced two turnovers, including an interception by Patrick Smith-Young in the final moments. The victory improves Duke's record to 5-2 overall and 2-2 in the Atlantic Coast Conference.

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  • •Duke scored first with a 78-yard touchdown drive.
  • •Virginia settled for a second-quarter field goal after a failed goal-line attempt.
  • •Duke closed the game with a final touchdown drive of 75 yards.
  • •Duke's defense intercepted Virginia quarterback Beau Pribula late in the game.
  • •Duke improves to 5-2 for the season.
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  • 5:02 AMYahoo Sports — Duke 19, Virginia 16: Five Key Plays
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A big win as Duke snaps a two-game losing streak.

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