Duke at West Virginia

Saturday, September 14, 1985

West Virginia beat Duke 20–⁠18. It was their fourth meeting; Duke leads the series 3–⁠1.

AwayDuke4–⁠7 in 1985
18
HomeWest Virginia7–⁠3–⁠1 in 1985
20

FinalHigh 66°F, low 36°FAttendance 61,191

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Our ratings (scores only)

West Virginia 78% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Duke leads 3–⁠1 in four meetings.

Recent meetings
1985West Virginia 20, Duke 18
1971Duke 31, West Virginia 15
1970Duke 21, West Virginia 13
1966Duke 34, West Virginia 15

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