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Nov 29, 2025; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils linebacker Luke Mergott (34) reacts after recovering a fumble against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons during the fourth quarter at Wallace Wade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images

Why Duke's 2026 Linebacker Room Could Become ACC's Best

Jared Feinberg

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Jun 6, 2026

Oct 4, 2025; Berkeley, California, USA; Duke Blue Devils head coach Manny Diaz awaits the resumption of play against the California Golden Bears during the second quarter at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images

Former Blue-Chip Defender Could Be Duke’s Biggest X-Factor

Jared Feinberg

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Jun 5, 2026

Dec 6, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils head coach Manny Diaz celebrates defeating the Virginia Cavaliers at the 2025 ACC Championship game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Duke Football Adds Another Promising Piece to 2027 Haul

Matt Giles

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Jun 4, 2026

Manny Diaz, head football coach at Duke, shouts during the Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl against Arizona State at Sun Bowl Stadium in El Paso, Texas, on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025.

Why Duke Football Can Still Have Success in 2026

Justin Backer

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Jun 4, 2026

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Nov 15, 2025; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils head coach Manny Diaz reacts during the third quarter against the Virginia Cavaliers at Wallace Wade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images

Duke Football Must Get Proficient Play From Key Defensive Backs

Jared Feinberg

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Jun 3, 2026

Dec 6, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils head coach Manny Diaz reacts with defensive tackle Aaron Hall (99) in the first quarter against the Virginia Cavaliers during the 2025 ACC Championship game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Newest Duke Football Commit Karby 'Very Excited' for Future

Hugh Straine

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Jun 2, 2026

Tony the Tiger dumps Frosted Flakes on Manny Diaz, head football coach at Duke, after a 42-39 win against Arizona State in the Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl at Sun Bowl Stadium in El Paso, Texas, on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025.

Ranking Duke Football Players With Highest 2026 Ceiling

Jared Feinberg

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Jun 2, 2026

Nov 15, 2025; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils head coach Manny Diaz reacts during the third quarter against the Virginia Cavaliers at Wallace Wade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images

Elite 2027 Wide Receiver Includes Duke in Top 4 Schools

Hugh Straine

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May 30, 2026

Nov 8, 2025; East Hartford, Connecticut, USA; Duke Blue Devils head coach Manny Diaz on the field for warm-up before the start of the game against the UConn Huskies at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

3 Duke Football Freshmen To Get Excited About

Jared Feinberg

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May 30, 2026

Dec 6, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils head coach Manny Diaz celebrates defeating the Virginia Cavaliers during the 2025 ACC Championship game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

4 Big-Time Recruits Duke Football Hosting This Weekend

Hugh Straine

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May 30, 2026

Duke head coach Manny Diaz on the sidelines during the MTSU Homecoming game on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024.

How These Duke Transfers Could Become Top ACC Wide Receivers

Jared Feinberg

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May 29, 2026

America's No. 5 EDGE Prospect Emerges as One of College Football's Most Wanted Recruits

Tucker Harlin

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May 28, 2026

Sep 27, 2025; Stanford, California, USA; San Jose State Spartans quarterback Walker Eget (5) throws the football during the first quarter against the Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-Imagn Images

Predicting Duke’s Worrisome QB Situation Ahead of 2026 Season

Justin Backer

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May 28, 2026

Manny Diaz, head football coach at Duke, shouts during the Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl against Arizona State at Sun Bowl Stadium in El Paso, Texas, on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025.

One Duke Football Offensive Weapon No One's Talking About

Hugh Straine

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May 28, 2026

Dec 6, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils running back Nate Sheppard (20) tries to outrun Virginia Cavaliers safety Devin Neal (27) during the second half during the 2025 ACC Championship game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Where Duke's Nate Sheppard Ranks Amongst Top ACC Running Backs

Jared Feinberg

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May 28, 2026

Dec 6, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils head coach Manny Diaz celebrates defeating the Virginia Cavaliers during the 2025 ACC Championship game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

3 Biggest Games on Duke Football's 2026 Schedule

Hugh Straine

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May 27, 2026

Nov 1, 2025; Clemson, South Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils tight end Jeremiah Hasley (85) celebrates after a two-point conversion during the NCAA football game against the Clemson Tigers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Alex Martin-Imagn Images

Where Duke's Hasley Ranks Amongst ACCs Top Tight Ends

Jared Feinberg

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May 27, 2026

Dec 6, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils quarterback Darian Mensah (10) celebrates after the Blue Devils score a touchdown in overtime during the ACC Championship game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Harsh Reality Diaz, Duke Football Realized This Offseason

Hugh Straine

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May 26, 2026

Nov 30, 2024; Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils head coach Manny Diaz leads his team onto the field against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons during the first half at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Identifying X-Factors for Duke Football in 2026

Jared Feinberg

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May 26, 2026

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