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After a surprise ACC title, the Blue Devils face the challenge of replacing star quarterback Darian Mensah and 17 other departing players, with new starter Walker Eget and head coach Manny Diaz aiming to stay competitive.
CBS Sports projects a .500 season for Duke in 2026, highlighting a home loss to North Carolina and the impact of new quarterback Walker Eget, while fans hope a 7‑5 finish could be within reach.
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.
After a disappointing 2025 campaign, Duke is rebuilding its defense with a mix of portal acquisitions, returning talent, and the strategic guidance of head coach Manny Diaz.
After losing quarterback Darian Mensah and top receivers Cooper Barkate, Que'Sean Brown and Sahmir Hagans, Duke is counting on newcomers like Javen Nicholas and Walker Eget to maintain its high‑scoring attack.
The Blue Devils' preseason buzz centers on five players — Nate Sheppard, Jeremiah Hasley, Nick Del Grande, Luke Mergott and Javen Nicholas — each highlighted by a single word that captures their role and promise.
The first player ratings for EA Sports' College Football 27 highlight a potent offense led by a 90‑overall running back, while the defense features experienced linebackers and promising secondary pieces.
Duke’s football program is reshaping its defense for 2026, spotlighting returning standout Kevin O'Connor and a wave of new talent as the team looks to defend its ACC title.
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.
The Blue Devils enter 2026 with a revamped quarterback room, as Darian Mensah's exit forces Walker Eget and Dan Mahan to battle for the starting role.
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.
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.
Duke’s recent ACC title and three nine‑win seasons under Manny Diaz set the stage for a 2026 campaign that will test the team’s depth and defensive evolution.
Virginia's 2026 conference slate has been ordered from least to most difficult, spotlighting key matchups, emerging star performances and the pressure on coaches as the team looks to build on a record‑breaking 2025 season.
After losing quarterback Darian Mensah and wide receiver Cooper Barkate to the transfer portal, Duke is pinning its hopes on new recruit Jared Richardson, whose 2025 performance in the Ivy League has already generated buzz.
The Blue Devils enter the 2026 season with a mix of transfer talent and returning stalwarts, each poised to influence the team's quest for a repeat ACC title.
With Darian Mensah headed to Miami and Walker Eget slated as the likely starter, tight end Jeremiah Hasley emerges as the key weapon for Duke's 2026 campaign.
Duke football’s recent ACC championship and Sun Bowl win are overshadowed by the loss of numerous star players, prompting a critical search for replacements at quarterback, edge rusher and defensive tackle.
The Atlantic Coast Conference’s preseason power rankings have been released, and the narrative is already taking shape. At the top of the list sits the University of Miami, a program that has ridden a wave of momentum into the 2026 campaign.
Analysts outline three possible outcomes for Duke’s 2026 season, ranging from a historic unbeaten run to a realistic eight‑win campaign that still tests the program’s depth.
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.
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.
Sports Illustrated’s latest forecast outlines the ACC’s starting quarterbacks for the 2026 season, blending statistical performance with the impact of offseason moves.