Published October 31, 2026 · By the Goalorithm model desk
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Game report
The Duke Blue Devils beat the Boston College Eagles 47-2 in college football on Saturday, October 31. The Duke Blue Devils finished with 382 yards and held the Boston College Eagles to 213; Nate Sheppard ran for 97 yards on 20 carries, with 5 touchdowns, for the Duke Blue Devils.
The final margin was 45 points. The Duke Blue Devils also held the ball for 34:00, while the Boston College Eagles had possession for 0:15.
The numbers
The Duke Blue Devils gained 382 total yards, including 233 net passing yards and 149 rushing yards. The Boston College Eagles had 213 total yards, with 135 net passing yards and 78 rushing yards.
The Duke Blue Devils recorded 21 first downs and converted 41.7% of third downs; the Boston College Eagles had 14 first downs and converted 15.4%. The Duke Blue Devils had 1 turnover, compared with 2 for the Boston College Eagles.
Top performers
For the Duke Blue Devils, Walker Eget completed 11 of 18 passes for 201 yards, with a touchdown. Jeremiah Hasley caught 3 passes for 55 yards, with a touchdown, and Bryce Davis had a sack. Gavin Strange made 2 of 2 field goals.