Top Mike Elko Quotes from North Carolina Press Conference

Weekly Press Conference with Duke Football Head Coach Mike Elko

DURHAM – On Monday afternoon, Mike Elko, Duke football’s head coach, spoke to reporters in his weekly press conference.

The team is preparing for the ACC matchup against North Carolina this Saturday. The game will be broadcasted on ACC Network at 8 p.m. Fans can also listen to the game through the Blue Devils Sports Network from LEARFIELD via the varsity app or goduke.com.

Mike Elko’s Remarks

Elko began by reflecting on the recent victory against Wake Forest. He praised the team’s grit and determination, particularly in the fourth quarter. He further acknowledged the players of the game including Donald Tomlin, Semaj Turner, and Nick Lampert. He also praised the performance of Maurice McIntyre and Ryan Smith.

Elko further discussed the upcoming match against North Carolina. He highlighted the talent of the opposing team and the significance of the game. He described North Carolina’s offense as one of the most complete they’ve seen all year and praised their quarterback, Drake Maye. Elko admitted that the match would be a major challenge but one they’re looking forward to.

Q&A with Mike Elko

During the question and answer portion, Elko shared his thoughts on the performance of Grayson Loftis in his first career start, the development of Ryan Smith, and the importance of special teams. He also addressed the impact of injuries on the team and the role of Maurice McIntyre in filling multiple roles.

Duke-North Carolina Rivalry

Elko acknowledged the importance of the Duke-North Carolina rivalry, noting the intensity of the game and the mutual respect between the teams. He further emphasized the significance of this game for the local recruiting, and mentioned that winning these games would be critical for the team’s future success.

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