Duke Opens 2026 Season with 17-3 Win Over Tulane
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.
Sep 6, 2026
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Duke Blue Devils Set 2026 Roster with Walker Eget at Quarterback
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.
Aug 31, 2026
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
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
Boston College Eagles vs. Duke: Halloween Showdown Preview
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.
Aug 14, 2026
Power 5 Teams Eye Impactful Transfers and New Coaches for 2026 Season
New talent and veteran coordinators are poised to reshape the landscape of Power 5 football as programs pin their hopes on breakout performances and strategic upgrades.
Aug 14, 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
Tulane Prepares for ACC Opener Against Defending Champion Duke
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.
Aug 13, 2026
Five Programs Poised for a 2026 Rebound — or a Slip
The 2026 season may see former breakout teams stumble as they navigate new quarterbacks, departing stars, and demanding schedules.
Aug 12, 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
Duke Blue Devils prep for 2026 ACC football season with new-look roster
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.
Aug 5, 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
Duke Blue Devils Gear Up for 2026 Season with High Hopes and New Faces
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.
Aug 2, 2026