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Duke Football: Tar Heels On Deck

Duke prepares to host North Carolina this Saturday at 3:30 p.m. EDT for the Victory Bell rivalry matchup, with the Blue Devils entering as 4.5-point favorites.

Duke seeks to rebound from a 28-25 defeat against Georgia Tech, while the Tar Heels arrive following a 21-17 victory over Pitt. Nate Sheppard remains a focal point for Duke, leading the nation in rushing and all-purpose yardage, though he is currently listed as questionable alongside teammates Matt Craycraft and Evan Smith.

The Blue Devils will be without Cosme Salas and Elliott Schaper for the remainder of the season due to injuries sustained in practice.

North Carolina's offense, guided by coordinator Bobby Petrino, features wide receiver Jordan Shipp and a productive tight end duo in Jelani Thurman and Shamar Easter. The Tar Heels face their own injury concerns, with Tre Miller ruled out and Greg Smith, Isaiah Johnson, and Donovan Hoilette, Jr.

carrying questionable designations. Head coach Manny Diaz noted that his squad has maintained strong energy and leadership throughout the week as they prepare for the contest.

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