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Duke vs. Arizona State: Sun Bowl Rematch Set for 2025

1/3/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Duke will face Arizona State in the Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl on December 31, 2025, in El Paso, Texas, a rematch of the 2014 Sun Bowl.
Duke enters the game with an 8-5 record as ACC champions, aiming for a second consecutive nine-win season.
Arizona State is 8-4 but faces opt-outs, including starting quarterback Sam Leavitt.
Darian Mensah, Duke quarterback, has 3,646 passing yards and 30 touchdowns this season.

History

Historical Context

The 2014 Sun Bowl, held on December 27, featured Duke defeating Arizona State 36-31, marking a pivotal moment for Duke's football program, which finished the season with a 10-4 record. This victory underscored Duke's rise as ACC champions and reflected broader trends in NCAA football, where competitive parity has increased, allowing historically less dominant teams to achieve significant success.

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Story summary

Duke will face Arizona State in the Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl on December 31, 2025, in El Paso, Texas, a rematch of the 2014 Sun Bowl.
Duke enters the game with an 8-5 record as ACC champions, aiming for a second consecutive nine-win season.
Arizona State is 8-4 but faces opt-outs, including starting quarterback Sam Leavitt.
Darian Mensah, Duke quarterback, has 3,646 passing yards and 30 touchdowns this season.

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