Duke at Clemson

Saturday, October 21, 1978

Clemson beat Duke 28–⁠8. It was their 23rd meeting; after it, the series stood even at 11–⁠11–⁠1.

AwayDuke4–⁠7 in 1978
8
HomeClemson11–⁠1 in 1978
28

FinalHigh 76°F, low 41°FAttendance 51,109

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Our ratings (scores only)

Clemson 69% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Clemson leads 37–⁠18–⁠1 in 56 meetings, counting the 33 since this game.

Recent meetings
2025Duke 46, Clemson 45
2023Duke 28, Clemson 7
2018Clemson 35, Duke 6
2012Clemson 56, Duke 20
2008Clemson 31, Duke 7
2007Clemson 47, Duke 10

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