Duke Blue Devils Vs Virginia Cavaliers Live Game Thread

The Duke Blue Devils host the Virginia Cavaliers in an ACC conference matchup that could define the rest of the season for the Blue Devils. Entering the game with a 5-4 record against an 8-2 Virginia team means that the Blue Devils have their work cut out for themselves.

Sep 18, 2021; Durham, North Carolina, USA; A Duke Blue Devils helmet sits on an equipment box during the fourth quarter at Wallace Wade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Howard-Imagn Images | William Howard-Imagn Images

Duke holds a 2-2 record when playing at Wallace Wade Stadium this season, whereas Virginia holds a 3-1 record when playing on the road. Head coach Manny Diaz has his players prepared for what's bound to be a battle.

Darian Mensah has had multiple 300+ passing yard games this season, which is something he will need again today for the best chances of the program to win. Along with Cooper Barkate and Nate Sheppard, it will be the offense that defines this game.

For live updates all game long, follow along below:

1st Quarter

Scoring Update: J'mari Taylor finds his way to the end zone, giving the Cavaliers the early 7-0 lead after the extra point was good.

PUNT: The Blue Devils' first drive of the game resulted in a punt after just three plays and nine yards.

PUNT: Duke and Virginia traded punts, giving the Blue Devils the ball with just under four minutes left in the first quarter.

Punt: Another punt by the Blue Devils

Interception: The Blue Devils made a strong defensive play, as Chandler Rivers came away with a huge interception.

END OF QUARTER: Virginia 7, Duke 0

Nov 15, 2025; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils quarter back Darian Mensah (10) drops back for a pass against Virginia Cavaliers defensive lineman Jacob Holmes (23) during the first quarter at Wallace Wade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images | Zachary Taft-Imagn Images

2nd Quarter

Scoring Update: Duke got itself on the board, adding three with a successful field goal attempt, making the score 7-3 with 5:33 left to play in the first half.

Scoring Update: Sage Ennis finds the end zone for Virginia, pushing the Cavaliers' lead to 14-3 with less than two minutes in the quarter.

Scoring Update: Virginia adds three with a successful field goal attempt, pushing the Cavaliers lead further.

Nov 15, 2025; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Virginia Cavaliers wide receiver Suderian Harrison (1) attempts to catch the ball against Duke Blue Devils cornerback Landan Callahan (21) during the first quarter at Wallace Wade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images | Zachary Taft-Imagn Images

HALFTIME SCORE: Virginia 17, Duke 3

3rd Quarter:

Punt: After getting the ball to start the second half, more of the same happened for Duke, having to punt the ball away.

Scoring Update: Virginia added on once more, with a touchdown, pushing the lead to 24-3 following a successful extra point attempt

Scoring Update: Virginia's lead increased once more, as J'Mari Taylor found his way into the end zone, making the score 31-3.

4th Quarter:

Scoring Update: Duke added its first touchdown of the game, forcing the score to 31-10.

Scoring Update: Duke added another touchdown off an interception. Tre Freeman scored the touchdown but was helped off the field afterward. 31-17 Virginia.

FINAL: Virginia 34, Duke 17

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