Jared Feinberg

Joined: Oct 24, 2025

Jared Feinberg, a native of western North Carolina, has written about NFL football for nearly a decade. He has contributed to several national outlets and is now part of our On SI team as an NFL team reporter. Jared graduated from UNC Asheville with a bachelor's degree in mass communications and later pursued his master's degree at UNC Charlotte. You can follow Jared Feinberg on Twitter at @JRodNFLDraft

Dec 6, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils head coach Manny Diaz lifts the ACC trophy with offensive lineman Justin Pickett (77), quarterback Darian Mensah (10) 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

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

Dec 6, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils mascot cheers during overtime against the Virginia Cavaliers during the 2025 ACC Championship game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

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

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

The Blue Devils' defense needs playmakers. Luke Mergott proved to be one last fall.

Oct 26, 2024; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils head coach Manny Diaz prior to the first half of the game against Southern Methodist Mustangs at Wallace Wade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-Imagn Images

The Blue Devils have standout players to lean on in 2026. All it takes is one word to describe each of them.

Dec 6, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils mascot cheers during the first quarter against the Virginia Cavaliers during the 2025 ACC Championship game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

EA Sports' College Football 27 recently unveiled their launch ratings for every college football team in the game, including the Duke Blue Devils.

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 Blue Devils' defense had some of college football's worst elements this past fall. There are three areas they can improve in.

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.

Duke football is looking to remain one of the country's 20-best offenses in college football this upcoming season.

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

Duke Blue Devils On SI reporter Jared Feinberg begins his examination of Duke's uncertain pass rush with a returning edge rusher.

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 football may have found their replacement for former star offensive tackle Brian Parker II through the transfer portal.

Aug 29, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte 49ers wide receiver Javen Nicholas (5) runs for yards after catch defended by Appalachian State Mountaineers defensive back Ethan Johnson (2) during the second half at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Duke On SI reporter Jared Feinberg breaks down the tape to explore what Duke's newest pass-catcher provides for Jonathan Brewer's offense.

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

The Blue Devils take on a few of the ACC's best this upcoming season. There is one reason why they can beat each of them.

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

With 14 incoming freshmen, it's always best to get a better picture of the ceiling and floors of each rookie for the Duke Blue Devils football program ahead of 2026.

Duke football is coming off back-to-back nine-win seasons. Another successful year could put the Blue Devils on a whole new level.

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

New preseason honors have been released for Duke football. Blue Devils On SI reporter Jared Feinberg breaks it all down, including who may have just missed out.

Jared Feinberg

Joined: Oct 24, 2025

How Duke Football May Have Trenches To Repeat in 2026

Why Duke's Secret Passing Weapon Completely Changes the ACC

3 Duke Football Transfers Who Could Be Superstars

3 Transfers Duke Football May Come To Regret

Why Duke's Luke Mergott Could Be Blueprint for 2026 Success

One Word To Describe 5 Standout Duke Football Players

4 Takeaways From College Football 27 Duke Blue Devils Ratings

3 Defensive Statistical Categories Duke Football Could Improve

3 Offensive Statistical Categories Duke Football Could Improve

Duke Football Film Review: What Tyshon Reed Brings to Table

Duke Football Film Review: What Braden Miller Brings to Table

Duke Football Film Review: What Javen Nicholas Brings to Table

One Reason Duke Football Can Beat ACC’s Best in 2026

Best- and Worst-Case Scenarios for 2026 Duke Football Freshmen

How Successful 2026 Changes Duke Football's Future

Four Duke Football Stars Gaining Recognition in Preseason