Duke football capped a remarkable 2025 campaign by securing the ACC championship, delivering the program’s first outright title since 1962 and finishing the season with a 9‑5 record.
The Blue Devils will open the 2026 schedule on September 5 against Tulane, setting the tone for a new era under head coach Mike Elko.
Friday Night Shift
Two of Duke’s 2026 conference games have been moved from Saturday to Friday, reshaping the early portion of the slate.
The matchup at home against Virginia, originally slated for October 24, will now be played on October 23, while the highly anticipated showdown with Clemson at Wallace Wade Stadium shifts from November 21 to November 20.
The adjustments reflect the program’s effort to balance competitive pacing with broadcast considerations, ensuring fans can follow the team’s title defense in prime‑time slots.