At the end of the first quarter, Duke leads Clemson 21-7 at Memorial Stadium.
The Clemson defense is "struggling mightily" after the team's off week. Duke's offense had a "horrific first quarter" from the defense's perspective, gaining 199 total yards on only three possessions. The most recent touchdown for the Blue Devils was a 20-yard pass from quarterback Darian Mensah, who found a "wide open" receiver on a post route to make the score 21-7.
Clemson's offense has not provided much support, managing one touchdown but also having two three-and-outs. The performance has drawn a "scattering of boos" from the home crowd.