Duke secured a 17-3 victory over Tulane in their season opener, highlighted by running back Nate Sheppard’s impressive performance of 227 rushing yards and two touchdowns. The game began with Sheppard scoring on a 9-yard rush, setting the tone for Duke’s reliance on their running game. Tulane struggled offensively, with key defensive plays from Duke, including a fumble recovery and a broken-up pass that forced a field goal. Despite areas needing improvement, particularly in the passing game, Duke looks ahead to their next matchup against Illinois.
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