Duke: 2026 Week 11 recap

Duke sits at 6–2 with a rating of 6.8, holding steady at No. 47 nationally after a dominant 47–2 win over Boston College in Week 9. The blowout didn't move the needle much—GIE saw it coming—but it underscores a team playing with real conviction. Red-zone efficiency has been a problem all season (16% touchdown rate), and third-down conversions at 37% expose why Duke's expected wins (7.6) outpace the actual record; they're leaving points on the field in critical moments. Late-game performance has been solid (5.6 leverage rating), suggesting clutch execution when it matters most. Up next is a road trip to NC State in Week 10—a critical ACC test that will determine whether this run holds water or deflates.