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Duke’s star passer Darian Mensah has left the Blue Devils for the University of Miami, a shift driven by a reported $10 million name‑image‑likeness agreement. The departure also sees his top target, Cooper Barkate, join the Hurricanes, while Duke taps San Jose State transfer Walker Eget to fill the void.
After a wave of departures, Duke’s 2026 football slate blends early promise with late‑season trials, culminating in a record that could redefine the program’s trajectory.
Despite losing key contributors, Duke’s football program looks to build on its first outright ACC title since 1962 and a nine‑win season, with standout talent and veteran leadership setting the stage for another successful year.
After a wave of departures, Duke’s 2026 football slate blends early non‑conference victories with tough conference tests, setting the stage for a balanced finish under Manny Diaz’s leadership.
Duke’s 2025 season culminated in an ACC championship and a Sun Bowl victory, prompting a contract extension for head coach Manny Diaz that runs through 2031.
Duke’s 2026 football slate features two Friday night contests — a revenge match against Virginia in Charlottesville and a home clash with Clemson — plus a season‑opening test against Tulane, setting the stage for a competitive ACC campaign.
Duke University has moved two of its 2026 football contests to Friday evenings, reshaping the early schedule as the program rides a historic conference title and prepares for a new coach's vision.
After capturing the ACC championship for the first time since 1962, Duke’s Blue Devils confront a turbulent offseason but are focused on building early wins to secure a repeat title.
Duke’s defensive backfield will be rebuilt around emerging standout DaShawn Stone and transfer Patrick Smith‑Young, who together aim to offset the departure of star safety Terry Moore.
The Blue Devils are adjusting to life without Terry Moore, relying on emerging star DaShawn Stone and transfer Patrick Smith-Young to anchor a defense that could be a strength in the ACC.