Welcome to Duke: Morning roundup for 8/22/19

Coach David Cutcliffe dropped a bomb in a conference call with the media, announcing that two true freshmen will start on offense against Alabama, including a lineman.
WATCH: Freshman two-guard Cassius Stanley put on a show against NBA players in an open gym in L.A.
It's ACC Network Day! For some fans, at least. The ACC's FAQ has a list of carriers and more useful information.
Fansided’s ‘Bama page gave Crimson Tide fans the chance to get reacquainted with Duke coach David Cutcliffe before next weekend’s opener.
Punter Jackson Hubbard wrote a piece for Duke’s website, talking about how he spent his summer. Spoiler: He was busier than you.
The Chronicle has a preview of Duke Football, with a best case scenario of 8-9 wins.
In its week one predictions for the college football season, The Sporting News is not optimistic about Duke’s chances against Alabama.
Amico Hoops sat down with former Blue Devil and current Cleveland Cavalier Marques Bolden to talk about his journey from Duke to the NBA.
Someone on Twitter took a run at 2020 Duke commit Jalen Johnson, who is transferring to IMG this year, implying that “#payforplay” is involved
Love how NCAA, WIAA, & the national media never looks into the corruption of HS basketball.
— Chris Phineas (@ChrisPhineas) August 19, 2019
Case in point: Jalen Johnson. Transfers to Nicolet due to AAU coach in ;18. Then Selects Duke. Now transfers to IMG Academy in FL. Nothing to see here. #payforplay

Shawn Krest has covered Duke for the last decade. His work has appeared in The Sporting News, USA Today, CBSSports.com, ESPN.com and dozens of other national and regional outlets. Shawn's work has won awards from the USBWA, PFWA, BWAA and NC Press Association.
Follow ShawnKrest