Duke prepares for William & Mary with strong leadership from captains
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 6:30 PM
Last updated Sep 24, 2026
Duke football captains, led by Nick Morris Jr., are emphasizing the need for focus as the team faces William & Mary on Saturday. Despite an easier opponent and a bye week approaching, the captains are committed to maintaining high intensity in practice. Morris mentioned the importance of creating opportunities for younger players, similar to what was done in their previous game against Stanford. The Blue Devils aim to secure a decisive early lead at Wallace Wade Stadium to ensure a solid performance.
- •Duke plays William & Mary on Saturday at Wallace Wade Stadium.
- •Captains emphasize maintaining intensity in practice ahead of the game.
- •Nick Morris Jr. underscores the importance of not underestimating opponents.
- •Duke is focused on allowing younger players to gain experience during the game.
- 6:30 PMYahoo Sports — Duke captains ensuring no letdown against William & Mary
"Duke captains like Nick Morris Jr. are making sure there is no letdown as the Blue Devils face William & Mary this Saturday.
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