Duke's 60-Year Wait Ends: Overtime Glory Clinches ACC Title

# Duke Makes History: ACC Champions After 60+ Years In a stunning overtime thriller, Duke defeated Virginia 27-20 to claim their first outright ACC football championship since 1962. The Blue Devils, historically known more for basketball excellence, controlled key stretches at the line of scrimmage and delivered in crucial moments to upset the 16th-ranked Cavaliers. The championship-winning touchdown came in dramatic fashion during overtime, transforming Duke from conference underdogs to legitimate College Football Playoff contenders. Their offensive line proved to be the unsung heroes, while their defense repeatedly forced Virginia to settle for field goals instead of touchdowns. This historic victory sends shockwaves through the ACC landscape, establishing Duke as a new power in a conference traditionally dominated by other programs. The emotional postgame celebration captured six decades of frustration finally washing away as players, coaches, and fans embraced their newfound championship status. Want more engaging sports This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.