The No. 9 Clemson Tigers (0-0) will square off against the Duke Blue Devils (0-0) in a matchup of ACC teams on Monday, September 4, 2023 at Wallace Wade Stadium. The Blue Devils are currently an underdog by 12.5 points. The over/under is 54.5 in the contest.
Clemson vs. Duke Odds
| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clemson | -12.5 | -110 | -110 | 54.5 | -110 | -110 |
Computer Pick
| ATS | Total | Score prediction |
|---|---|---|
| Duke (+12.5) | Under (54.5) | Clemson 30 Duke 24 |
Predictions are calculated by a data-driven algorithm (raw power score) that ranks head-to-head matchup results within a closed network of games. Prediction confidence is determined by the delta between each team’s raw power score.
Team Stat Comparison (2022)
| Clemson | Duke | |
|---|---|---|
| Off. Points per Game (Rank) | 33.2 (22) | 32.8 (34) |
| Def. Points per Game (Rank) | 20.9 (33) | 22.1 (31) |
| Turnovers Allowed (Rank) | 21 (107) | 9 (4) |
| Turnovers Forced (Rank) | 19 (40) | 23 (11) |
Clemson vs. Duke Betting Insights (2022)
Clemson Stats and Trends
- Clemson went 7-7-0 ATS last season.
- When playing as at least 12.5-point favorites last season, the Tigers had an ATS record of 3-4.
- A total of seven Clemson games last season went over the point total.
- The Tigers and their opponents went over 54.5 combined points in four of 14 games last season.
- The average total in Clemson’s contests last season was 52.1, 2.4 fewer points than this game’s over/under.
Duke Stats and Trends (2022)
- Duke compiled a 9-4-0 ATS record last season.
- Duke and its opponent combined to hit the over five out of 13 times last season.
- The Blue Devils combined with their opponent to score more than 54.5 points in seven of 13 games last season.
- Duke’s outings last year had a 57.0-point average over/under, 2.5 more points than this game’s total.
Clemson Players to Watch (2022 Stats)
- D.J. Uiagalelei recorded 2,515 passing yards (193.5 per game) with a 62% completion percentage last year, while throwing for 22 touchdowns with seven interceptions. He also had 545 rushing yards on 142 carries and seven touchdowns.
- Will Shipley took 210 carries for 1,182 rushing yards a season ago (84.4 per game) and scored 15 touchdowns. He also caught 38 passes for 242 yards.
- Last season Antonio Williams grabbed 55 passes for 598 yards (42.7 per game) and scored four touchdowns.
- Joe Ngata chipped in with 526 receiving yards on 41 catches and two touchdowns. He was targeted zero times, and put up 37.6 yards per game.
- Davis Allen caught 39 passes for 443 yards and five touchdowns, averaging 34.1 yards per game.
- Last season, Barrett Carter racked up five sacks, eight TFL, 69 tackles, and two interceptions.
- Jeremiah Trotter Jr. racked up 86 tackles, eight TFL, five sacks, and two interceptions over his last campaign.
- R.J. Mickens picked off three passes while adding 43 tackles, two TFL, and two passes defended a season ago.
Duke Players to Watch (2022 Stats)
- Riley Leonard threw for 2,812 yards while completing 63.1% of his passes with 18 touchdowns and five interceptions last year. He also carried the ball 119 times for 632 yards and 11 scores.
- Last year Jordan Waters rushed for 515 yards on 113 carries (39.6 yards per game), with eight rushing touchdowns.
- Last season Jalon Calhoun grabbed 62 passes for 873 yards (67.2 per game) and four touchdowns.
- Jordan Moore also contributed with 619 yards on 55 grabs and four touchdowns. He was targeted zero times, and averaged 47.6 receiving yards last year.
- Sahmir Hagans caught 29 passes on zero targets for 352 yards and five touchdowns, averaging 27.1 receiving yards per game.
- Last season Dewayne Carter put up five sacks, 10 TFL and 35 tackles.
- Shaka Heyward’s 2022 campaign saw him total 92 tackles, five TFL, two sacks, and two interceptions.
