The Duke Blue Devils will take on the California Golden Bears in Week 6 of the 2025 regular season. The game is set for Saturday, October 4, 2025, at 10:30 PM. It will be held at the California Memorial Stadium in Berkeley, CA, and will air on ESPN.

Duke vs. California Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: California Golden Bears +124. California has a strong home record of 2-0 this season. They are coming off a win against Boston College, showing they can perform well.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 55.5. Both teams have shown solid defensive capabilities. California’s defense ranks 58th for points against, and Duke’s defense ranks 93rd.

Team Trends

• The California Golden Bears have a perfect home record of 2-0 this season.
• Duke Blue Devils hold a 1-1 record in road games this season.
• Duke recently won against Syracuse Orange with a score of 38-3.
• California Golden Bears won their last game against Boston College Eagles, 28-24.
• California ranks 29th in passing yards with 1277 yards this season.

Duke vs California Preview

The Duke Blue Devils will visit the California Golden Bears in Week 6 of the 2025 season. Duke has a 3-2 record and is on a 2-game win streak. Their conference record is strong at 2-0. They are unranked in the AP and Coaches polls. Duke’s road performance is balanced with a 1-1 record.

California Golden Bears hold a 4-1 record and are on a 1-game win streak. They have not lost at home this season with a 2-0 record. In conference play, they are 1-0, ranking 3rd of 17 in their conference. Like Duke, they are unranked in the AP and Coaches polls. The game will be played at California Memorial Stadium, a place where the Golden Bears have found success this year.

California Golden Bears: Home Turf Dominance

The California Golden Bears hold a strong record of 4-1 this season. At home, they have won both games. Their confidence at California Memorial Stadium is evident with a perfect 2-0 home record.

Leading the offensive charge is quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele. He has thrown for 1,234 yards and 8 touchdowns. Kendrick Raphael stands out in the rushing game with 356 yards and 2 touchdowns in 5 games.

On the receiving end, Jacob De Jesus has caught 27 passes for 237 yards and 2 touchdowns. The team’s offense ranks 29th in passing yards. Their defense has been effective with 5 interceptions, placing them 6th in that category.

Duke Blue Devils: Road Warriors

The Duke Blue Devils have a strong start to their season with a 3-2 record. On the road, they have split their games, standing at 1-1. They are coming off a big win against Syracuse, 38-3.

Quarterback Darian Mensah is a key player for Duke. He has thrown for 1,573 yards and 13 touchdowns in five games. These stats make him a top performer in passing yards and touchdowns.

In the running game, Nate Sheppard leads with 356 yards and 2 touchdowns. Cooper Barkate is a standout receiver with 409 yards and 3 touchdowns. Their offense ranks 8th in passing yards, showcasing their strong aerial attack.

Final Betting Pick

The California Golden Bears are a good pick for the money line at +124. They have a strong home record of 2-0 this season. Their recent win against Boston College shows they can perform under pressure. Playing at home gives them an advantage, as they have not lost at California Memorial Stadium this season.

The under 55.5 total points is a solid choice for this game. California’s defense ranks 58th in points against, and Duke’s defense ranks 93rd. Both teams have shown they can hold opponents to lower scores. With California’s defense performing well and Duke’s defense having its ups and downs, a lower-scoring game is likely.

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