Notre Dame vs. Duke Short Report | Sep 30, 2023

Notre Dame

21 - 14

Wallace Wade Stadium

Durham, NC

Sep 30, 2023

Duke

Wallace Wade Stadium

Durham, NC

Sep 30, 2023

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Game Recap

Notre Dame secured a victory over Duke with a final score of 21-14 in a thrilling matchup. Notre Dame took control in the first half, leading 10-0 at halftime. Duke's rally in the second half brought them back into the game, but a crucial late-game drive by Notre Dame sealed the win.

Notre Dame's Audric Estimé scored the game-winning touchdown with 38 seconds left on the clock, finishing a dramatic fourth-quarter drive. Duke had multiple opportunities to take the lead, but missed field goals and turnovers proved costly. The game saw standout performances on both sides, including a key interception and significant rushing yards.

Key Plays:

Audric Estimé (Notre Dame)

Rushed for a 6-yard touchdown to give Notre Dame an early lead. Spencer Shrader made the PAT.

Spencer Shrader (Notre Dame)

Kicked a 35-yard field goal, extending Notre Dame's lead to 10-0.

Spencer Shrader (Notre Dame)

Kicked a 45-yard field goal to increase Notre Dame's lead to 13-0.

Jordan Waters (Duke)

Rushed for a 1-yard touchdown, narrowing the gap to 13-7. Todd Pelino made the PAT.

Jordan Moore (Duke)

Caught a 3-yard touchdown pass from Riley Leonard, giving Duke a 14-13 lead. Todd Pelino made the PAT.

Audric Estimé (Notre Dame)

Rushed for a 30-yard touchdown, regaining the lead for Notre Dame. The 2-point attempt was successful (Sam Hartman pass to Rico Flores Jr.).

Howard Cross III (Notre Dame)

Sacked Riley Leonard and forced a fumble, which was recovered by Marist Liufau, ending Duke's last chance for a comeback.
Standout Players:
  • Audric Estimé (Notre Dame, RB)

    Rushed for 81 yards on 18 attempts with 2 touchdowns, including the game-winning 30-yard score.
  • Spencer Shrader (Notre Dame, K)

    Kicked two crucial field goals from 35 and 45 yards, contributing significantly to Notre Dame's early lead.
  • Mitchell Evans (Notre Dame, TE)

    Made 6 receptions for 134 yards, consistently moving the chains for Notre Dame.
  • Riley Leonard (Duke, QB)

    Threw for 134 yards with 1 touchdown and rushed for 88 yards, keeping Duke competitive throughout the game.
  • Howard Cross III (Notre Dame, DL)

    Recorded 13 tackles, 3.5 tackles for loss, and a crucial sack-fumble in the final seconds.
Team
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Notre Dame Fighting Irish

7

3

3

8

21

Duke Blue Devils

0

0

7

7

14

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