Duke Blue Devils vs. Virginia Cavaliers: 2023 Week 12 Recap

Quick answer

Virginia Cavaliers defeated Duke Blue Devils 30–27 in Week 12, 2023. Final score: Duke Blue Devils 27, Virginia Cavaliers 30.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Duke Blue Devils	0	9	3	12	27
Virginia Cavaliers	6	3	12	6	30

Stars of the game

Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.

Passing

• Anthony Colandrea (Virginia) — 273.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.39 EPA/play +11.93 EPA
• Grayson Loftis (Duke) — 289.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.13 EPA/play +5.62 EPA

Rushing

• Kobe Pace (Virginia) — 72.0 yds -0.26 EPA
• Jordan Waters (Duke) — 45.0 yds -0.64 EPA
• Jaquez Moore (Duke) — 111.0 yds · 1 TD +0.78 EPA

Receiving

• Jordan Moore (Duke) — 9 rec · 117.0 yds +0.56 EPA
• Sahmir Hagans (Duke) — 4 rec · 40.0 yds -0.28 EPA
• Malik Washington (Virginia) — 8 rec · 114.0 yds +1.12 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Anthony Colandrea	Virginia	31	67.7%	273	3	+0.39	+11.93
Grayson Loftis	Duke	44	59.1%	289	2	+0.13	+5.62

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Duke	Virginia
Plays	71	70
EPA / play	+0.057	+0.217
Total EPA	+4.06	+15.21
Success rate	43.7%	50.0%
Pass EPA / play	+0.128	+0.385
Rush EPA / play	-0.058	+0.084
Yards	465	463

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Virginia	4	17	-1.71	Punt
Q1	Duke	3	9	-1.22	Punt
Q1	Virginia	9	80	+7.17	Pass TD
Q1	Duke	8	55	-1.78	Fumble
Q1	Virginia	4	32	-0.72	Punt
Q1	Duke	3	15	+1.14	Punt
Q1	Virginia	3	-2	-2.84	Punt
Q2	Duke	6	56	+4.59	Pass TD
Q2	Virginia	6	50	+2.96	Field goal
Q2	Duke	3	2	-2.34	Punt
Q2	Virginia	2	4	-0.94	Punt
Q2	Duke	16	58	-4.06	Punt
Q3	Virginia	5	67	+5.52	Pass TD
Q3	Duke	3	35	-3.45	Interception
Q3	Virginia	6	71	+5.43	Pass TD
Q3	Duke	5	49	+0.46	Field goal

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Duke Blue Devils · Jaquez Moore rushes 58 yards for a touchdown (+6.0 EPA)
2. Q1 · Duke Blue Devils · Fumble (-4.98 EPA)
3. Q3 · Duke Blue Devils · Grayson Loftis pass intercepted (-4.36 EPA)
4. Q3 · Virginia Cavaliers · Anthony Colandrea pass to Malik Washington for 27 yards (3rd & 11) (+3.73 EPA)
5. Q1 · Duke Blue Devils · Punt for 10 yards (-3.65 EPA)
6. Q4 · Duke Blue Devils · Grayson Loftis pass to Mehki Wall for 11 yards (4th & 4) (+3.46 EPA)
7. Q1 · Virginia Cavaliers · Anthony Colandrea pass to Malik Washington for a touchdown (34 yards) (+2.96 EPA)
8. Q1 · Duke Blue Devils · Grayson Loftis sacked for a loss of 6 yards (2nd & 1) (-2.92 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Virginia Cavaliers controlled the final (30–27) in Week 12.
• Passing edge: Anthony Colandrea (Virginia) — 273.0 yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: Virginia at 0.217 EPA/play.
• Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Duke Blue Devils vs Virginia Cavaliers?

Duke Blue Devils 27, Virginia Cavaliers 30 in Week 12 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Duke Blue Devils vs Virginia Cavaliers?

Virginia Cavaliers won with a final score of 27–30.

Where can I find the Duke Blue Devils vs Virginia Cavaliers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401525555.

Who led Duke Blue Devils vs Virginia Cavaliers in passing?

Anthony Colandrea (Virginia) led passers with 273.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Duke Blue Devils at Virginia Cavaliers in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.