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Duke Blue Devils vs. NC State Wolfpack Rivalry Game to Determine ACC Standings

This Saturday's ACC rivalry game between the Duke Blue Devils and North Carolina State Wolfpack will be a critical matchup with both teams fighting for conference positioning. Duke has struggled in their last two games, while NC State has won their past two. NC State is the betting favorite by -3 points and the line has not moved. For our full Duke vs. NC State prediction and NCAAF Betting Picks, read on.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Blue Devils +130 | Wolfpack -150
• Spread: Blue Devils +3 (-110) | Wolfpack -3 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 52 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that NC State will win straight-up is 60%.

Duke vs NC State Stats

Duke Blue Devils

The Duke Blue Devils started the season strong with consecutive wins but have since struggled, losing three of their last four games. Quarterback Maalik Murphy has shown potential but has also had some inconsistent performances. Despite recent losses, Duke's strong defense has kept them in games. Duke ranks 48th in power rankings with an offense averaging 26 points per game and a defense allowing 18.63 points per game. They are currently 6-3 on the season.

NC State Wolfpack Analysis

The NC State Wolfpack have shown improvement in their recent games, winning their last two against California and Stanford. They have relied on true freshman quarterback C.J. Bailey, who has shown development throughout the season, notably in his impressive performance against Stanford. Prior to these wins, the team suffered losses to Wake Forest and Syracuse, but their recent success may be a result of more than just their opponents. Despite their overall record of 5-4, the Wolfpack have power rankings of 79, ranking 87th in offense and 111th in defense. Duke has gone 1-2 in their last three matchups against NC State.

Duke Faces N.C. State in Tough Match-Up with Betting Line on the Line

There is a possibility that N.C. State could secure their third consecutive conference victory on Saturday; however, the 3.5-point betting line allows for Duke to potentially keep the game competitive. Duke, with a current record of 6-3, has faced tough competition, including a loss to a projected playoff contender and an overtime defeat to another top-ranked team. Given their track record, it is unlikely that N.C. State will dominate the game as they have in previous matches. Duke has not been outperformed by more than a point by any other ACC opponent this season. In light of these factors, I predict that Duke will cover the betting line.

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