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Duke is favored against Tulane in Week 1 of the college football season.

Tulane vs. Duke Prediction, Odds and Key Players to Watch for College Football Week 1

Iain MacMillan

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Sep 2, 2026

Nov 29, 2025; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils head coach Manny Diaz looks on against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons during the fourth quarter at Wallace Wade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images

Biggest Duke Football Camp Winner(s) and Their New Role

Jared Feinberg

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Sep 2, 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

Unfortunate Possibility Duke Football Fans Must Monitor Around Manny Diaz

Hugh Straine

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Sep 2, 2026

Manny Diaz on Duke’s ACC Title, Defensive Rebuild & Sustaining Success | Sports Illustrated

Manny Diaz on Duke’s ACC Title, Defensive Rebuild & Sustaining Success | Sports Illustrated

SI Video Staff

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Sep 1, 2026

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Sep 24, 2022; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; A general view of a Duke Blue Devils helmet against the Kansas Jayhawks during the second half of the game at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports

Duke Football Starts and Sits: Breaking Down Every Position Battle

Jared Feinberg

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Sep 1, 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.

2 Glaring Concerns That Will Impact Duke Throughout 2026 Season

Hugh Straine

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Sep 1, 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 Manny Diaz Highlights 'Different Feel' for 2026 Defense

Hugh Straine

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Sep 1, 2026

Dec 6, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils running back Nate Sheppard (20) runs the ball while defended by Virginia Cavaliers cornerback Jam Jackson (9) in the first quarter during the 2025 ACC Championship game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

3 Big Takeaways From Duke Football Depth Chart Release

Hugh Straine

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Sep 1, 2026

Jul 17, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; Duke head coach Manny Diaz talks with the media during interviews at Hilton Charlotte Uptown. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

What Duke Football Camp Told Us About Coach Diaz's Vision

Jared Feinberg

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Aug 31, 2026

Duke Blue Devils head coach Manny Diaz high-fives players Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, during the NCAA football game against the Clemson Tigers at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, South Carolina.

Projecting Duke Football's Week 1 Depth Chart: Risers & Fallers

Hugh Straine

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Aug 31, 2026

Nov 29, 2024; San Jose, California, USA; San Jose State Spartans quarterback Walker Eget (5) throws against the Stanford Cardinal in the fourth quarter at CEFCU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eakin Howard-Imagn Images

How Diaz, Duke Managed Camp With Walker Eget Rehab

Hugh Straine

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Aug 30, 2026

Nov 29, 2024; San Jose, California, USA; San Jose State Spartans quarterback Walker Eget (5) throws against the Stanford Cardinal in the second quarter at CEFCU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eakin Howard-Imagn Images

3 Things Duke Fans Should Monitor in Season Opener Against Tulane

Hugh Straine

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Aug 30, 2026

Aug 28, 2025; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils wide receiver Jayden Moore (8) spins off the tackle by Elon Phoenix defensive back Darren James-Hamilton (8) during the first half at Wallace Wade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Manny Diaz 'Excited' for Duke's WR Group Despite Concerns

Hugh Straine

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Aug 30, 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.

Duke Position Battle That Could Change Most During Regular Season

Jared Feinberg

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Aug 30, 2026

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

3 Things To Expect From Duke Football's 2026 Defense

Jared Feinberg

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Aug 29, 2026

Nov 29, 2025; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils head coach Manny Diaz looks on against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons during the fourth quarter at Wallace Wade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images

Which Young Duke Players Could Become Larger Stars Than Anticipated

Hugh Straine

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Aug 29, 2026

Nov 15, 2025; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Virginia Cavaliers wide receiver Trell Harris (11) runs the ball against Duke Blue Devils defensive end Tyshon Reed (10) during the third quarter at Wallace Wade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images

Biggest Questions Still Facing Duke Football Before Week 1

Hugh Straine

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Aug 29, 2026

Dec 6, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils running back Nate Sheppard (20) celebrates a touchdown in the second quarter against the Virginia Cavaliers during the 2025 ACC Championship game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

How Duke Football’s Tactical Changes Could Lead to Success

Jared Feinberg

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Aug 28, 2026

Jul 17, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; Duke head coach Manny Diaz talks with the media during interviews at Hilton Charlotte Uptown. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

One Position Diaz Still Needs To Figure Out for Duke Football

Hugh Straine

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Aug 28, 2026

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