The Blue Devils had to hold on to defeat the Hokies, 31-28, in a wild game in Durham. There was nearly a combined 800 yards of total offense, and there were six total turnovers. Duke quarterback Maalik Murphy was 17-35 for 332 yards and three touchdowns. Wide receiver Eli Pancol caught five passes for 188 yards and three touchdowns. Virginia Tech wide receiver Ali Jennings caught six passes for 158 yards and a touchdown.