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By the numbers: Duke's downfield passing attack

ESPN.com | September 24, 2015

Related Topics: David Cutcliffe, Forward pass, Northwestern Wildcats football, Wide receiver, Completion (American football)

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The Blue Devils converted just 3-of-17 third-down tries against in their loss to Northwestern. AP Photo/Gerry Broome
  • David M. Hale

The most striking aspect of Duke’s 19-10 loss to Northwestern last week was the lack of any semblance of a downfield passing game. The Wildcats forced the ball underneath, and Duke simply couldn’t break the mold. The result was a completely lackluster offensive effort.

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