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Duke’s OT win over Virginia in ACC championship opens door for James Madison to gain CFP spot
- Duke won the ACC title outright with a 27-20 overtime victory over Virginia, their first since 1962.
- Mensah and Hasley teamed up for a go-ahead 1-yard TD in OT after a crucial Duke drive to reach the 2-yard line.
- Virginia, the regular-season champion, was forced to start OT at the 40-yard line due to a roughing passer penalty on Duke.
- Duke’s win could clear a path for James Madison to reach the CFP, given the chaos in the final rankings.
- Duke’s offense balanced its attack with Mensah's two touchdown passes and Sheppard’s 97 rushing yards.
- Duke controlled the clock in the first half with two long drives, setting up their 14-7 halftime lead.
- Duke coach Manny Diaz called a fake field goal that helped Duke seize momentum in the second quarter.
- Darian Mensah led Duke with strong performances, including the game-winning OT touchdown pass to Hasley.
- Virginia’s late rally tied the game at 20-20 after a drive that included an 18-yard TD strike to Eli Wood.
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