Duke quarterback Walker Eget suffers leg injury during game against Illinois

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Last updated Sep 12, 2026

Duke quarterback Walker Eget suffers leg injury during game against Illinois
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Duke quarterback Walker Eget sustained a right leg injury during the fourth quarter of the game against Illinois. The incident occurred at the 6:45 mark while the Blue Devils held a 31-27 lead. Trainers assisted Eget off the field as he appeared unable to put weight on the injured leg. Despite the setback, the San Jose State transfer returned to the game after the injury. Before leaving the field, Eget completed 15 of 21 passes for 206 yards and three touchdowns. He previously missed spring practice sessions with the Blue Devils while recovering from ACL surgery.

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  • Walker Eget exited the game against Illinois after suffering a right leg injury.
  • The injury occurred in the fourth quarter with Duke leading 31-27.
  • Eget recorded 206 passing yards and three touchdowns before the injury.
  • The quarterback previously underwent ACL surgery earlier this year.
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