The Dukes secured a convincing 26-13 victory over Astequi in the NFL regular season on Sunday night. The result extended the visitors' momentum following their extraordinary 87-3 triumph against the Seahawks earlier in the month. Astequi, who had shown flashes of potential with a 53-20 win over the Vikings, could not match the pace set by their opponents.
The Dukes never got out of second gear from the opening drive. Their offensive rhythm, so evident in the Seattle game, carried through to a comprehensive performance. Astequi's defence, which had looked vulnerable against the Bruins in their previous outing, struggled to impose any structure on the visitors' attacks.
For the hosts, the evening served as a reminder of their inconsistency. The contrast between their commanding display against the Vikings and this disjointed showing was stark. They tried to build momentum in the second half but never really got going, with the deficit proving too large to overcome.
The scoreline tells its own story — the Dukes controlled the tempo and made the most of their opportunities. Astequi's inability to respond to early pressure cost them dearly, and by then the game was beyond recovery. The visitors will make life awkward for everyone with this level of execution.
This result shifts the balance in the division standings considerably. The Dukes now hold firm in their push for top position, while Astequi face questions about their ability to compete consistently. Cup football has its own rules, but this was pure regular-season business where the better side prevailed.
