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Key Duke offensive weapon is questionable for North Carolina clash

Duke’s offensive engine faces uncertainty ahead of Saturday’s highly anticipated showdown with North Carolina, as sophomore running back Nate Sheppard remains questionable for the Battle for the Victory Bell. Sheppard has been the Blue Devils’ most dominant force this season, leading the nation in rushing and all-purpose yards per game while tallying 743 rushing yards, eight rushing touchdowns, and an additional 161 receiving yards across 17 catches.

His 148.6 rushing yards per contest rank first in college football, and his versatility has given Duke a significant edge in its 4-1 start, though a narrow 28-25 loss to Georgia Tech last week marked their first defeat of the year. Meanwhile, the Tar Heels (3-2) improved with a 21-17 road win over Pittsburgh, setting the stage for a rematch after Duke claimed last year’s victory and retained the Victory Bell.

The game kicks off at 3:30 p.m. EDT at Wallace Wade Stadium, with ESPN2 broadcasting the clash between two teams tied at 1-1 in conference play.

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