Duke Blue Devils Fall to Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets as Fourth Quarter Surge Seals the Game

The Duke Blue Devils faced off against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at Brooks Field at Wallace Wade Stadium, resulting in a 27-18 victory for the visiting team. This game marked a pivotal moment in the season for both teams, with Georgia Tech maintaining an unbeaten record of 7-0 while Duke's record fell to 4-3.

First Quarter

The opening quarter saw the Yellow Jackets take an early lead with a touchdown that set the tone for their offensive strategy. The Blue Devils struggled to find their rhythm initially, unable to score and trailing by 7 points.

Second Quarter

In response, Duke's offense found its footing in the second quarter. Darian Mensah led a successful drive culminating in a touchdown pass that evened up the scoreline. The defense also stepped up, holding Georgia Tech scoreless during this period and showcasing players like Luke Mergott who contributed significantly with his defensive efforts.

Third Quarter

Both teams exchanged field goals in a tightly contested third quarter. Todd Pelino managed to secure points for Duke with his accurate kicking from 23 yards out. Despite this effort, neither team could break away as defenses on both sides held firm.

Fourth Quarter

The final quarter was decisive as Georgia Tech surged ahead with two touchdowns and a field goal that left Duke scrambling to catch up. A late touchdown pass from Mensah provided some hope but was not enough to close the gap entirely. Cooper Barkate stood out offensively for Duke with impressive receiving yards throughout the game.

As fans look forward to more action-packed games, they can catch Duke's next matchup against Clemson Tigers at Memorial Stadium (Clemson, SC) on November 1st at 1:00 PM EDT. Be sure not to miss it!

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