Duke defeated NC State 41-3 on November 7, 2026, with a pivotal play coming from Andrew Pellicciotta, who returned a kickoff 100 yards for a touchdown. The "Kick Six" gave the Blue Devils an early spark in a game they controlled throughout.
The Blue Devils' defense limited the Wolfpack to a single field goal, while the offense capitalized on the momentum from Pellicciotta's return to build a commanding lead. The victory marked a decisive conference win for Duke.
