Clemson at Duke

Saturday, October 19, 1985

Clemson beat Duke 21–⁠9. It was their 30th meeting; after it, Clemson led the series 17–⁠12–⁠1.

AwayClemson6–⁠6 in 1985
21
HomeDuke4–⁠7 in 1985
9

FinalAttendance 31,800

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Our ratings (scores only)

Clemson 62% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Clemson leads 37–⁠18–⁠1 in 56 meetings, counting the 26 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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