Duke Blue Devils Name Walker Eget as Week 1 Starting Quarterback
Duke announces Walker Eget as the starter for the opening game against Tulane, setting the stage for a fluid quarterback role and a revamped offensive approach.
Aug 26, 2026
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Duke Names Walker Eget as 2026 Starting Quarterback
After a tightly contested battle, Duke selects Walker Eget to lead the offense, banking on his Division I pedigree while confronting the challenges of ACC play.
Aug 26, 2026
Duke Blue Devils Preview 2026 Training Camp Outlook
Duke's 2026 camp under Manny Diaz revealed a promising backfield and defensive flashes, while the quarterback position stays undecided.
Aug 23, 2026
Duke Blue Devils grapple with roster upheaval ahead of 2026 season
Duke football faces significant turnover, with quarterback battles and a contested third receiver spot shaping the team's prospects for the upcoming season.
Aug 21, 2026
Duke Blue Devils’ 2026 Football Scrimmage Reveals Roster Frontiers
The first preseason scrimmage gave coaches a glimpse of emerging talent, from Solomon’s breakout at wide receiver to a competitive quarterback duel.
Aug 19, 2026
Duke’s quarterback competition remains unresolved heading into final camp test
After three weeks of fall camp, Duke University has yet to name a starting quarterback. The battle between transfer Walker Eget and redshirt freshman Dan Mahan will be put to the ultimate test in an upcoming scrimmage, with Coach Manny Diaz emphasizing execution over separation.
Aug 18, 2026
Duke Blue Devils brace for 2026 season amid roster upheaval
The Blue Devils enter the upcoming season with major changes on offense, a quarterback battle in flux and a defense seeking stability, all under the watchful eye of Coach Manny Diaz.
Aug 16, 2026
Duke Blue Devils Eye 2025 ACC Title Defense Amid Roster Shifts
Duke enters the 2025 ACC season with a mix of returning stars and new faces, as Coach Manny Diaz pinpoints quarterbacks, defensive backs and a versatile lineman who could shape the team's title hopes.
Aug 15, 2026
Duke Blue Devils’ 2026 Offensive Outlook: Who Will Lead the Receiving Corps?
Duke's passing attack will be reshaped in 2026, with new leaders emerging and a competitive fight for the third receiver role.
Aug 15, 2026
Duke Football’s 2025 Outlook: Key Returners Aim to Rebuild Momentum
Despite losing several starters to the draft and portal, Duke’s offense hinges on a core group of playmakers ready to lead the team into a pivotal season
Aug 13, 2026
College Football Quarterback Battles: Spring Showcases Influence 2026 Starting Selections
From Alabama to Duke, spring practices have revealed which signal callers are poised to inherit their programs' offensive helmets, with familiarity and upside often tipping the scales.
Aug 13, 2026
Duke Blue Devils gear up to defend ACC crown amid quarterback uncertainty
With key defensive players gone and the starting quarterback spot still undecided, Coach Manny Diaz emphasizes patience as the Blue Devils prepare for the 2026 season.
Aug 8, 2026
Duke Blue Devils Prepare for 2026 Season Opener
As Duke's 2026 training camp kicks off, head coach Manny Diaz and his staff evaluate a roster heavy with unproven talent, setting the stage for a competitive season opener against Tulane.
Aug 7, 2026
Duke Evaluates Dual Quarterback Options Ahead of 2026 Season
With training camp underway, Duke’s coaching staff is carefully assessing two distinct quarterback profiles, prioritizing decision‑making and protection while leaving the final decision open.
Aug 6, 2026
College football’s quarterback wars: Who will start the season?
From Alabama to Duke, teams are battling for starting quarterbacks, shaping expectations for the upcoming season.
Aug 4, 2026
Quarterback Contests Dominate College Football’s Preseason Landscape
Intense competitions at nearly every powerhouse program set the stage for an unpredictable start to the 2026 season.
Aug 4, 2026
Darian Mensah Looks Back on a Transitional College Career and Forward to a New Chapter
Darian Mensah opened up about his winding path through college football, the role of Miami’s rising quarterbacks in his transfer decision, and the upcoming season opener against Tulane.
Jul 27, 2026
Darian Mensah Looks Back on a Peripatetic College Football Career
At the ACC Football Kickoff, Darian Mensah detailed his journey from Tulane to Duke, a settlement with his former school and his new chapter at Miami, while previewing the upcoming season.
Jul 27, 2026
Duke Blue Devils Eye 2026 ACC Defense Amid Roster Shifts
The Blue Devils aim to defend their ACC championship despite significant losses, with new quarterback battles, a promising transfer, and a highly anticipated recruiting class shaping the outlook.
Jul 25, 2026
Duke Blue Devils Gear Up for 2026 Season Amid Quarterback Competition
After Darian Mensah’s move to Miami, Duke must choose between Walker Eget and Dan Mahan to lead the offense, with the coaching staff stressing that both players are fully healthy and ready to compete.
Jul 25, 2026
Duke and Miami Gear Up for 2026 Showdown
A preview of the 2026 Duke‑Miami football clash, highlighting the recruiting twist, offensive uncertainty for Duke, and Miami's pursuit of favorable CFP seeding.
Jul 24, 2026
Duke’s 2026 Quarterback Quest: From Mensah’s Exit to Eget’s Arrival
Duke University's football program entered the 2026 season with a cloud of uncertainty after the departure of quarterback Darian Mensah, who had guided the Blue Devils to an ACC Championship the previous year. The legal dispute over his transfer to Miami and a $7.5 million NIL agreement left the school scrambling to fill the void. Enter Walker Eget, a graduate transfer from San Jose State, whose strong arm and recent performances have sparked cautious optimism as the team looks to maintain its recent momentum.
Jul 10, 2026
Duke’s Quarterback Conundrum: Eget, Mahan and the Road Ahead
Duke football faces a critical quarterback transition as Walker Eget steps into the starting role, with Dan Mahan poised to step in if needed, while the program seeks to maintain offensive potency despite recent departures.
Jul 4, 2026
Duke Blue Devils Gear Up for 2026 Season After Roster Overhaul
After losing star quarterback Darian Mensah and wide receiver Cooper Barkate, Duke is rebuilding its offense with fresh transfers and a highly touted freshman lineman.
Jun 26, 2026