Duke professor denies Riley Leonard's homework extension request after upset win over Clemson: 'No way man'

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The Duke Blue Devils were the underdogs heading into Monday's matchup against the Clemson Tigers. 

However, Duke managed to pull off a 28-7 upset over Clemson, thanks in large part to a strong performance from quarterback Riley Leonard. The Duke quarterback had a home assignment that was due at midnight on Tuesday, which prompted Riley to ask for an extension.

"Professor Taylor, if you’re seeing this, please let me turn in my homework late because it was due tonight. I think at 12," Leonard pleaded during a post-game on field interview.

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Riley Leonard, #13 of the Duke Blue Devils, drops back to pass against the Clemson Tigers during the first half of the game at Wallace Wade Stadium on Sept. 4, 2023 in Durham, North Carolina. (Lance King/Getty Images)

Leonard was likely hoping his professor would take the football program's first win over a top-10 team in 34 years into consideration. The victory not only marked a significant moment for Duke, but it was also a night game and ended late.

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Leonard’s professor issued a response on Tuesday informing the quarterback that some of his teammates made preparations to tackle the assignment.

Nate Wiggins, #2 of the Clemson Tigers, attempts to tackle Riley Leonard, #13 of the Duke Blue Devils, as he runs the ball during a football game at Wallace Wade Stadium in Durham, North Carolina on Sept. 4, 2023. (David Jensen/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

"Hey Riley, great game last night, man it was so exciting. Congratulations to you and all your teammates,"