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From Darian Mensah’s 401-yard, five‑touchdown outing to Jayden Maiava’s 92% completion rate, Week 1 saw a cascade of statistical milestones that have already altered Heisman Trophy expectations.
The Atlantic Coast Conference recognized outstanding opening‑weekend football performances, with record‑setting passing, rushing and receiving numbers across multiple schools.
The Blue Devils open their 2026 campaign at home against Tulane, with Coach Manny Diaz looking to build on last year’s ACC title and freshmen like Jayvian Tanelus and Brody Keefe poised for early contributions.
Tulane opened the 2023 season with a 17‑3 loss to Duke, their first opening‑game defeat since 2021, as Nate Sheppard’s 227 rushing yards powered the Blue Devils to victory.
Duke’s 17-3 victory over Tulane, highlighted by Nate Sheppard’s 227-yard effort and key defensive plays, signals a strong start to the season.
Walker Eget is slated to lead the offense as the 2026 starting quarterback, while senior Nate Sheppard anchors the running back corps and transfers Jared Richardson and Javen Nicholas headline the receiving corps.
After a historic ACC championship, the Blue Devils face turnover but lean on returning veterans and a culture of toughness to chase another title.
Duke’s football program, long overshadowed by basketball, is poised for a breakthrough under coach Manny Diaz, whose recent ACC championship and developing players may finally attract elite recruits.
Duke's 2026 camp under Manny Diaz revealed a promising backfield and defensive flashes, while the quarterback position stays undecided.
Duke University's football program is banking on a revitalized running attack, anchored by senior Nate Sheppard and bolstered by transfer standouts CJ Campbell Jr. and Wilhelm Daal II.
After a 7‑5 finish that ended with a playoff loss, Mandeville High’s football team is channeling optimism into a 2026 campaign that targets a 12‑2 record, a district title, and a semifinal run.
With Nate Sheppard leading a revamped backfield, Duke aims to dominate the ground game while sharpening its passing attack ahead of the season opener against Tulane.
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.
The Eagles travel to face the Blue Devils on Halloween, seeking to extend a narrow series edge while Duke rebuilds after a championship year. Key departures and emerging talents will shape the contest.
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
Tulane’s green wave will test its depth and defense against a Duke squad reshaped by offseason departures, with key playmakers poised to influence the outcome.
Ahead of their season‑opening clash with Tulane, Duke is reshaping its kicking unit, blending proven touchback specialists with fresh leg talent to improve field‑goal accuracy and momentum‑shifting kicks.
Three standout players are projected to drive Duke's football resurgence in the upcoming season, blending proven production with high‑profile recruits.
Duke opens its 2026 campaign on September 5 against Tulane, relying on a revamped roster, a third‑year head coach and several new starters to defend its first ACC title since 1989.
Virginia enters 2026 with unprecedented depth, setting the stage for multiple breakout performances across the schedule.
Duke enters 2026 as ACC champions with modest expectations, driven by Coach Manny Diaz's pursuit of a record third consecutive nine‑win season and the integration of transfer quarterback Walker Eget, top recruit Bryce Davis, and a promising 2025 recruiting class.
Duke University’s football program prepares to face Boston College on Oct. 31, 2026, riding a 2025 ACC Championship and Sun Bowl win while adjusting to key player departures and a tougher slate of games.
Duke University's rising stars in football are poised to reap substantial financial rewards from name, image and likeness agreements as the 2026 season approaches.
Clemson University is set to kick off its 2026 football season with a series of media appearances, including ACC Media Days in Charlotte and a season‑opening showdown against LSU in Baton Rouge.