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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.

4 Glaring Flaws Duke Must Fix To Optimize Brand-New Offense

Jared Feinberg

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May 25, 2026

College football analyst David Pollack.

David Pollack Names College Football Player Who Will Make a Name For Himself in 2026

Jaron Spor

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May 24, 2026

Dec 6, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils tight end Jeremiah Hasley (85) celebrates a touchdown against the Virginia Cavaliers during the 2025 ACC Championship game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Duke Football's 2026 Season Comes Down to These 3 Matchups

Jared Feinberg

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May 24, 2026

Nov 8, 2025; East Hartford, Connecticut, USA; Duke Blue Devils head coach Manny Diaz watches from the sideline as they take on the UConn Huskies at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

The Weaknesses That Could Derail Duke Football in 2026

Jared Feinberg

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May 23, 2026

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Sep 27, 2025; Syracuse, New York, USA; Duke Blue Devils running back Nate Sheppard (20) carries the ball in the second quarter against the Syracuse Orange at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images

Duke Football's Biggest Strengths in 2026 Are Impossible to Ignore

Jared Feinberg

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May 22, 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

Analyzing Duke’s Quarterback Battle for 2026 Season

Justin Backer

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May 21, 2026

Nov 2, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Duke Blue Devils head coach Manny Diaz watches from the sideline against the Miami Hurricanes during the second quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Why Diaz Can Do More With Less for Duke Again

Jared Feinberg

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May 21, 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

Why Duke Can Still Succeed Without Darian Mensah

Hugh Straine

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May 19, 2026

Dec 6, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils linebacker Luke Mergott (34) intercepts a pass intended for Virginia Cavaliers wide receiver Eli Wood (82) as Duke Blue Devils cornerback Chandler Rivers (0) helps defend to end the game in overtime during the ACC Championship game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Friday Night ACC Title Rematch Could Be Duke’s Biggest Test

Jared Feinberg

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May 18, 2026

Sep 6, 2025; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils head coach Manny Diaz reacts during the third quarter against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Wallace Wade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images

Predicting Duke's 2026 Football Schedule Results Heading Into Summer

Jared Feinberg

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May 16, 2026

Dec 6, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils head coach Manny Diaz lifts the ACC trophy with offensive lineman Justin Pickett (77) and defensive tackle Aaron Hall (99) after defeating the Virginia Cavaliers at the 2025 ACC Championship game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Duke's Diaz Breaks Down Emotions After Shocking Mensah Departure

Hugh Straine

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May 15, 2026

Quarterback Darian Mensah transferred from Duke to Miami this offseason.

Projecting Every ACC Starting Quarterback Ahead of the 2026 College Football Season

Zach Koons

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May 14, 2026

Aug 28, 2025; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils head coach Manny Diaz reacts during the warmups before the game against the Elon Phoenix at Wallace Wade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Duke’s Javen Nicholas Adds Exciting Element to 2026 Offense

Jared Feinberg

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May 14, 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

Why Walker Eget Should Be Duke Starting QB in 2026

Luke Joseph

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May 13, 2026

Oct 18, 2024; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Florida State Seminoles quarterback Brock Glenn (11) ruins with the ball but is tackled by Duke Blue Devils safety Terry Moore (1) during the first half of the game at Wallace Wade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-Imagn Images

How Duke Football Can Replace Loss of Terry Moore

Jared Feinberg

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May 12, 2026

Sep 20, 2025; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils defensive end Kevin O'Connor (15) celebrates a NC State Wolfpack penalty during the first quarter at Wallace Wade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images

Defensive Ends Remain Duke's Biggest Question on Roster

Jared Feinberg

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May 11, 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

Duke's 3 Most Important Offensive Players for 2026 Season

Hugh Straine

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May 10, 2026

Duke Blue Devils wide receiver Sahmir Hagans (2) returns a kickoff for a touchdown Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, during the NCAA football game against the Clemson Tigers at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, South Carolina.

Duke’s Toughest Opponent May Actually Not Be the Hurricanes

Jared Feinberg

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May 10, 2026

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

Duke Handed Disappointing Expectations Heading Into 2026 Season

Hugh Straine

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May 9, 2026

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