Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Duke Blue Devils across Basketball, Football, Soccer.
After losing Wesley Williams and Vincent Anthony Jr. to the NFL, Duke pinpoints junior Tyshon Reed as the cornerstone of its pass rush. His size, explosiveness, and versatile skill set make him a dual-threat edge defender, though coaches stress refinement in technique and consistency.
Duke’s upcoming season opens with a challenging series of road tests, highlighted by a neutral‑site clash with Washington State in Palm Springs on Nov. 21.
Duke University is counting on Braden Miller, a multi‑position lineman, to step into the starting right‑tackle role and help stabilize the offense for the upcoming season.
Gonzaga will host New Mexico State on November 7, 2026, in its inaugural home game of the Pac‑12 era, a rematch that revisits a 2013‑14 victory led by Sam Dower, Kevin Pangos and Gerard Coleman. The Bulldogs' schedule also features contests against Purdue, LSU, Kansas State, Creighton, Michigan State, Duke, UCLA and Oregon, culminating in a February 2027 showdown with Duke at Detroit’s Little Caesars Arena.
Freshman guard Mikel Brown Jr. of the Louisville Cardinals is generating top‑5 NBA draft buzz despite missing 14 games due to a back injury. With impressive physical measurements and a 39.7% three‑point conversion rate, he draws interest from the Los Angeles Clippers, who hold the fifth pick and are weighing trade‑down options alongside prospects like Darius Acuff Jr., Kingston Flemings and Keaton Wagler.
Milan Momcilovic's commitment to Kentucky after withdrawing from the NBA Draft is a major recruiting victory for Coach Mark Pope, who is rebuilding the roster and targeting a deep NCAA Tournament run.
The author reflects on a pattern of falling for teams that often disappoint, and outlines five programs that could finally break expectations in the upcoming year.
Under head coach Manny Diaz, Duke's back‑to‑back nine‑win seasons and an ACC title set the stage for a 2026 campaign that could see victories over Virginia, Miami and Clemson.
Duke's deep roster, anchored by top returners and bolstered by experienced coaching, positions the Blue Devils as contenders for a deep March run.
The Gamecocks will host a slate of SEC rivals and travel to challenging opponents, with Oklahoma standing out as the only team that beat them last season
With a less heralded recruiting class and a roster in flux, Duke must navigate a range of possibilities — from breakout stars to redshirted prospects — to prove last year’s championship was no fluke.
A deep defensive unit, a top‑ranked recruiting class and a schedule that pits the Blue Devils against elite competition have analysts forecasting Duke as the No. 1 seed in next year’s tournament.
The 2026 schedule for the Kansas Jayhawks is divided into three distinct categories, shaping expectations for the season ahead.
The Cyclones have secured the nation's No. 1 recruiting class, adding high‑four‑star talents while navigating departures and a competitive landscape.
With the 2026 season approaching, Duke’s football program is navigating a pivotal moment, aiming to translate early optimism into a ten‑win campaign that could reshape its trajectory in the ACC.
Illinois will face a roster of elite prospects from UConn, Nebraska, Michigan, Duke and Michigan State, each bringing proven championship experience and standout statistics.
The Commodores will face the Blue Hens for the first time on September 12, 2026, at FirstBank Stadium, a game that promises to test Delaware’s offensive firepower against a defense that must improve to compete.
Despite losing several NFL‑bound players, the Duke Blue Devils receive preseason recognition for standout performers as they aim to defend their ACC title.
The Blue Devils face a pivotal year as they aim to repeat as ACC champions, with new transfers and emerging talent stepping into key roles.
A wave of high‑profile college basketball players is electing to remain in school for the 2026‑27 season, reinforcing rosters and enriching a projected weaker NBA draft class.
Duke's ambitious slate includes games against three recent Final Four teams, featuring Gonzaga, Illinois and Michigan, as the Blue Devils aim to cement their top seeding.
Iowa Hawkeyes missed out on Lawrence Britt, who committed to Missouri, but remain in the hunt for four‑star receiver Bennett Konkey, a top Illinois recruit whose skill set could reshape the team's offense.
Duke’s non‑conference slate features three Final Four teams from last season and a pivotal showdown at Florida’s Exactech Arena, a game that could define the Blue Devils’ tournament seed
Duke’s latest recruiting haul secures the nation’s top class for the third consecutive year, featuring three five‑star prospects and a Canadian standout who could delay his arrival while vying for a spot on the U.S. U17 team that will contest the 2026 FIBA World Cup in Istanbul.