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Duke Defeats Northwestern 26-20 in Double Overtime Thriller, Sixth Straight Loss for Wildcats

Sep 7, 2024, 04:49 AM

Duke University defeated Northwestern University 26-20 in a double-overtime football game held late Friday night. The game, which took place at a modified lacrosse stadium with wind gusts of over 20 mph, saw Duke tie the score 13-13 with 15 seconds left in regulation, forcing overtime. Both teams scored touchdowns in the first overtime, with Duke barely securing a PAT to tie the game at 20-20. In the second overtime, Duke's Eli Pancol caught a crucial back-shoulder throw, and Todd Pelino made a field goal. Northwestern failed to convert on a crucial 4th and 9 play, sealing their defeat. This victory marks Duke's first overtime win since the 2015 Pinstripe Bowl, and extends Northwestern's losing streak against Duke to six games. Duke is now 2-0 for the season and will face UConn at home next week.