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Early Duke Football Enrollee Gets Big Respect in Rankings

Future Duke football edge rusher Bariate Kara is already in Durham and enjoying a rise in his stock.
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One of 14 early enrollees in the 27-deep Duke football recruiting class, former Loganville Christian Academy (Ga.) defensive lineman Bariate Kara now checks in as the third-highest ranked member of the all-around impressive haul.

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If not for his final three-star ratings on ESPN and Rivals this week, the 6-foot-5, 250-pound Kara would be a consensus four-star prospect in the cycle. As it is, though, he's a composite four-star.

Bariate Kara, who committed to Duke football head coach Manny Diaz and his staff back in July before putting it in ink in early December, stacks up at No. 329 overall, No. 32 at his position, and No. 44 in Georgia in the 2025 On3 Industry Rankings.

Meanwhile, the Blue Devils' 2025 collection ranks No. 34 in the country, according to On3, and No. 6 in the ACC. Manny Diaz & Co.'s success marks a considerable bump from the No. 58 final ranking, No. 14 in the ACC, last go-round in his debut Duke football recruiting class.

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Matt Giles is the editor and publisher of Duke Blue Devils on SI, North Carolina Tar Heels on SI, and NC State Wolfpack on SI, making him a key source for comprehensive coverage of these storied college basketball programs. Since joining SI in 2022, Matt has been dedicated to providing in-depth analysis, breaking news, and exclusive content on all three teams. He covers everything from game previews and recaps to player profiles and recruiting updates. Matt's expert knowledge of these teams has made his work a go-to resource for fans and followers of Duke, NC State, and UNC. As publisher, he shapes the editorial direction, ensuring that the most relevant and timely information reaches his audience.

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