https://balldurham.comhttps://balldurham.com/manny-diaz-revealed-what-ultimately-won-walker-eget-the-duke-qb-job?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01m0xa930jfaWalker Eget ultimately won Duke's QB competition for the reason you would expect. Tue, 25 Aug 2026 21:00:13 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/walker-eget-s-path-to-duke-s-qb-job-was-paved-by-an-overlooked-intangible?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01m0wwyrpdk5Lost in the discussion about the Duke QB battle was a key intangible that stood out for Walker Eget. Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:05:33 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/manny-diaz-made-the-conservative-choice-with-experience-over-upside-for-duke-s-qb-walker-eget?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01m0wc2j54c6Duke named San Jose State transfer Walker Eget the starting QB over sophomore Dan Mahan. Tue, 25 Aug 2026 12:21:07 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/duke-s-bowl-projections-point-to-tempered-expectations-for-manny-diaz-s-blue-devils?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01m0t4ep7wn1A look at the preseason bowl projections shows there's not a lot of faith in Manny Diaz and Duke in 2026. Mon, 24 Aug 2026 15:51:36 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/nate-sheppard-is-the-star-but-the-strength-of-the-duke-offense-is-in-its-depth-at-rb?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01m0svwejd0yDuke's depth at RB was on full display during its final scrimmage of fall camp. Mon, 24 Aug 2026 12:49:16 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/duke-s-2nd-scrimmage-could-finally-bring-clarity-to-qb-competition-for-manny-diaz?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01m0p6zw34cyDuke's final scrimmage of fall camp could be the decider in the QB competition between Walker Eget and Dan Mahan. Sun, 23 Aug 2026 11:00:01 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/duke-s-critical-x-factor-could-power-jon-scheyer-to-his-first-title?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01m0mttb9w2rAccording to an anonymous college basketball coach, one X-factor could put Jon Scheyer and Duke in "pole position" in the national title race. Sat, 22 Aug 2026 14:19:13 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/latest-court-ruling-a-major-win-for-jon-scheyer-and-duke-s-pursuit-of-acc-national-title-01m0jff3dqjt?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01m0jff3dqjtTwo of Duke's biggest competitors in 2026-27 just got dealt a brutal blow...for now. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 15:53:33 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/duke-lands-critical-last-visit-for-recently-offered-jon-scheyer-target-asa-montgomery?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01m0jaqmy0nxJon Scheyer and Duke will get to make the last impression on a key target in the 2027 recruiting class. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 14:32:41 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/5th-year-ruling-proves-fruitful-for-manny-diaz-duke-football-with-added-ol-depth?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01m0gd1h9tcpManny Diaz and Duke just added depth to their offensive line with a fifth-year OT who was ruled eligible thanks to the Colorado court ruling. Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:33:54 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/austin-rivers-dropped-a-truth-bomb-on-unc-that-tar-heels-fans-can-t-accept?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01m0fnygad6bFormer Duke star Austin Rivers has no love lost for that team over in Chapel Hill. Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:11:41 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/duke-star-rb-nate-sheppard-was-just-handed-extra-motivation-ahead-of-the-2026-season?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01m0d6xt2detSomehow, Duke RB Nate Sheppard is still flying under the radar heading into his sophomore season. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:48:51 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/dan-mahan-may-have-a-real-shot-at-beating-walker-eget-for-duke-s-qb-job?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01m0d1de9f1dDuke's QB competition is far from a foregone conclusion with sophomore Dan Mahan making a significant push. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:53:44 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/duke-just-gained-the-upper-hand-over-florida-before-the-season-even-starts?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01m0bc41vt3sDuke's brutal schedule could give it a leg up on Florida come time for the NCAA Tournament. Tue, 18 Aug 2026 21:47:05 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/jaivon-solomon-s-big-scrimmage-may-have-put-him-in-the-driver-s-seat-for-duke-s-wr3?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01m0asvc63asSophomore WR Jaivon Solomon had a big day during Duke's scrimmage on Sunday. Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:36:46 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/duke-s-revenge-matchup-against-texas-tech-just-got-more-treacherous-with-colorado-ruling?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01m0ae5xrkcyTexas Tech just got a major piece of the puzzle back for a fifth season thanks to the Colorado court ruling. Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:06:37 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/one-stat-from-duke-s-latest-scrimmage-should-excite-and-terrify-manny-diaz?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01m08rdp1cssOne stat released by the university after Duke's Sunday scrimmage is a double-edged sword for Manny Diaz. Mon, 17 Aug 2026 21:22:35 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/the-dream-scenario-for-jon-scheyer-and-duke-s-2027-recruiting-class?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01m07z8jacb8Duke's 2027 recruiting focus has taken shape with a few new offers. Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/jon-scheyer-s-offer-to-5-star-unc-target-has-the-tar-heels-justifiably-nervous-demarcus-henry?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01m05h0p4f53Jon Scheyer and Duke are turning up the heat in the recruitment of a 5-star SF, much to the chagrin of UNC fans. Sun, 16 Aug 2026 15:36:51 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/2-duke-basketball-guards-are-developing-quick-chemistry-with-offseason-workouts-blackwell-rippey?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01m03cqq0d48Two Duke basketball newcomers are working out together in Los Angeles this offseason. Sat, 15 Aug 2026 19:14:00 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/jon-scheyer-casts-his-duke-recruiting-net-wider-with-2-new-2027-offers?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01m02q56jtraJon Scheyer has widened his search in the 2027 recruiting class with two new offers going out on Friday. Sat, 15 Aug 2026 13:20:35 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/duke-football-s-preseason-sp-ranking-comes-with-a-major-red-flag?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kzz201vaejESPN's Bill Connelly released his preseason SP+ rankings this week, and with it came a major concern for Manny Diaz's 2026 team. Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:15:46 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/duke-is-a-finalist-for-a-2027-prospect-jon-scheyer-hasn-t-even-offered-deng-ngor?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kzxe7vsbzjA 2027 4-star prospect listed Duke as one of his four finalists on Wednesday, but the Blue Devils have yet to give him an official offer. Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:00:03 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/jon-scheyer-is-zeroing-in-on-another-elite-2027-recruiting-target-for-duke-asa-montgomery?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kzxct4c9xgJon Scheyer and Duke extended a new offer for a top 2027 prospect on Wednesday. Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:30:11 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/the-best-we-never-had-3-duke-basketball-recruiting-what-ifs-that-never-came-to-be-kobe-lebron?utm_source=RSSCameron Sensenig01kzvaxdvy12It's hard not to imagine what could have been if these three NBA champions had chosen to play at Duke.Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:00:03 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/one-cameron-williams-red-flag-could-shake-up-jon-scheyer-s-duke-rotation-01kzvsb80bx9?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kzvsb80bx9A recruiting expert flagged one area of Cameron Williams' game that could cause problems for Jon Scheyer and Duke. Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:55:34 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/louisville-bolsters-chances-of-dethroning-duke-with-late-addition-of-ex-unc-guard-seth-trimble?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kztwa1cd0gDuke's path to a third straight ACC Championship just got a bit murkier with Louisville's addition of Seth Trimble. Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:32:52 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/seth-trimble-could-continue-to-be-a-thorn-in-duke-s-side-with-potential-acc-transfer-unc-louisville?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kzs66hn6nsSeth Trimble's college career may not be over, after all. Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:13:21 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/manny-diaz-and-duke-may-have-caught-an-early-break-for-season-opener-vs-tulane-jamauri-mcclure?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kzs50ks1jmAn injury to a key Tulane offensive weapon could have a big impact on Duke's season opener. Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:48:21 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/what-if-coach-k-left-duke-for-kobe-bryant-and-the-los-angeles-lakers-in-2004?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kzrq7a2vyfImagining an alternate reality in which Mike Krzyzewski takes the Los Angeles Lakers job in 2004 instead of staying at Duke. Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:21:35 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/a-bold-john-blackwell-prediction-puts-duke-s-championship-ceiling-in-focus?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kzr9sv4rkwDuke's addition of John Blackwell could be what finally puts John Scheyer and the Blue Devils over the top. Tue, 11 Aug 2026 12:24:27 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/duke-landing-walker-eget-was-a-miracle-but-will-the-transfer-qb-win-the-job-dan-mahan?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kzp3ztnf5pManny Diaz described Duke's addition of Walker Eget as a "miracle," but his starting spot is far from a guarantee. Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:33:21 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/duke-star-te-jeremiah-hasley-has-transformed-himself-into-an-absolute-freak?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kznwc13gcqDuke TE Jeremiah Hasley made Bruce Feldman's annual freaks list in college football. Mon, 10 Aug 2026 13:37:46 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/3-pivotal-duke-football-position-battles-that-will-define-fall-camp-for-manny-diaz?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kzkpdj27grDuke has a few pivotal position battles to sort through in fall camp. Sun, 09 Aug 2026 17:06:15 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/matt-craycraft-leaves-no-room-for-ambiguity-on-what-duke-s-offensive-identity-will-be?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kzh1bsbstgRegardless of who wins the QB battle in fall camp, Duke's offensive identity is clear. Sat, 08 Aug 2026 15:59:35 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/ranking-every-game-on-duke-s-loaded-non-conference-schedule-from-easiest-to-toughest?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kzejj2szmpJon Scheyer has a loaded non-conference schedule for Duke basketball once again. Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:33:24 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/college-football-playoff-changes-are-a-year-too-late-for-manny-diaz-and-duke?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kze4smbaqbAn update to the College Football Playoff would have changed things for Duke last season. Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:17:30 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/caleb-foster-provides-another-reminder-of-his-importance-to-duke-s-title-hopes?utm_source=RSSCameron Sensenig01kzbs67fyptCaleb Foster's growth and leadership could make him one of the most important pieces of Duke's championship pursuit.Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:44:36 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/duke-fooball-s-biggest-weakness-has-become-manny-diaz-s-biggest-fall-camp-priority?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kzbp4b8hvkManny Diaz is hyper-focused on fixing Duke's biggest weakness from 2025. Thu, 06 Aug 2026 15:00:03 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/manny-diaz-continues-to-signal-that-duke-s-qb-competition-is-far-from-a-foregone-conclusion-eget-mahan?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kzbmte6s9nDuke has a legitimate QB competition on its hands between veteran Walker Eget and promising youngster Dan Mahan. Thu, 06 Aug 2026 14:00:02 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/jon-scheyer-s-new-no-1-target-for-duke-just-became-the-top-player-in-2028-colton-hiller?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kz9c1ktp51Following AJ Williams' reclassification, Jon Scheyer and Duke have a new top target for the 2028 recruiting class. Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:45:00 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/projecting-duke-football-s-week-1-depth-chart-as-fall-camp-gets-underway?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kz91w2kvfnFall camp is here for the Duke Blue Devils. Here's a projection of what the depth chart might look like for Week 1. Wed, 05 Aug 2026 14:30:00 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/duke-s-acc-supremacy-will-be-seriously-threatened-by-these-3-contenders-in-2026-27?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kz8x4x78qzComing off back-to-back ACC titles, Jon Scheyer and Duke will face some legitimate challenges in their quest for a three-peat. Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:45:00 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/duke-has-just-one-true-equal-ahead-of-the-2026-27-college-basketball-season-florida?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kz6zzyevbgDuke and Florida have separated themselves from the rest of the field. Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:45:00 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/aj-williams-reclassification-may-have-changed-everything-for-jon-scheyer-and-duke?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kz6jdynqnvThe No. 1 recruit in the 2028 class is reclassifying into 2027, perhaps changing priorities for Jon Scheyer and Duke. Tue, 04 Aug 2026 14:41:59 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/3-duke-football-players-poised-to-breakout-for-manny-diaz-during-fall-camp?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kz4fxd4n3mWith fall camp getting ready to open in Durham, here are three players poised to take a significant step forward for Duke. Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:21:39 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/duke-football-s-2026-game-by-game-picks-as-manny-diaz-looks-for-another-acc-crown?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kz3y5c104jWith fall camp about to get underway, let's do game-by-game predictions for Duke football in 2026. Mon, 03 Aug 2026 14:43:09 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/duke-s-highest-rated-recruit-could-hold-the-keys-to-fixing-manny-diaz-s-defense-bryce-davis?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kz1jmyc508Duke has to take a major leap defensively in 2026, and a former elite recruit could change everything. Sun, 02 Aug 2026 16:15:00 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/cayden-boozer-s-biggest-challenge-at-duke-could-become-his-greatest-strength?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kz1dp36raeCayden Boozer is adjusting to life without his twin brother Cameron around. Sun, 02 Aug 2026 15:05:01 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/jon-scheyer-built-his-duke-roster-the-right-way-and-is-getting-punished-for-it?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kyyq9kvhhzA Colorado judge has granted a blanket preliminary injunction to extend eligibility for the entire class of 2022. Sat, 01 Aug 2026 13:36:26 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/cameron-boozer-already-has-one-major-edge-in-the-nba-rookie-of-the-year-race-grizzlies?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kyvydrj6phCameron Boozer is the favorite for the NBA Rookie of the Year for good reason. Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:45:00 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/duke-will-give-patrick-ngongba-the-perfect-opportunity-to-make-a-massive-nba-draft-leap?utm_source=RSSCameron Sensenig01kyt2h231rcPatrick Ngongba's return to Duke could be a major boost for his NBA Draft stock as the Blue Devils big man looks to climb draft boards in 2027.Thu, 30 Jul 2026 20:15:24 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/darian-mensah-s-heisman-trophy-buzz-is-salt-in-a-still-open-wound-for-duke-miami?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kyt1kw0f2bDuke transfer Darian Mensah is garnering a whole bunch of hype ahead of his first season with Miami. Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:04:06 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/jeff-goodman-provides-a-laughable-take-on-jon-scheyer-duke-s-fear-of-michael-malone-unc?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kysegegk13Jeff Goodman believes Jon Scheyer and Duke have some fear of Michael Malone at UNC. Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:30:00 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/michael-malone-s-frontcourt-desperation-is-evident-by-unc-s-pursuit-of-ineligible-player-micah-handlogten?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kyq7jzy3a2Desperate times call for desperate measures for Michael Malone and North Carolina. Wed, 29 Jul 2026 15:45:54 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/bruce-feldman-goes-scorched-earth-on-bill-belichick-s-dumpster-fire-unc-football?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kyq27pqzndUNC football's disasterclass on and off the field is music to the ears of Duke fans everywhere. Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:09:10 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/walker-eget-s-national-standing-underscores-a-major-problem-manny-diaz-must-overcome-duke?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kymmj839vrDuke's Walker Eget isn't getting much respect nationally heading into the 2026 season. Tue, 28 Jul 2026 15:31:16 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/the-buzz-around-new-duke-transfer-big-man-drew-scharnowski-keeps-getting-louder?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kym92k7sb5Jon Scheyer may have struck gold with the underrated addition of Belmont's Drew Scharnowski at Duke. Tue, 28 Jul 2026 12:08:30 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/jon-scheyer-s-newest-duke-team-earns-the-ultimate-endorsement-from-jon-rothstein?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kyjn76x4hjJon Rothstein had high praise for the team Jon Scheyer has built for Duke in 2026-27. Mon, 27 Jul 2026 21:16:21 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/the-bill-belichick-tenure-at-unc-continues-to-go-as-all-duke-fans-expected-it-to?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kyhtvjt2v0More bad news for the UNC football program with GM Michael Lombardi being placed on administrative leave. Mon, 27 Jul 2026 13:45:00 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/the-dame-sarr-sophomore-breakout-just-got-a-vote-of-confidence-from-a-final-four-coach-tom-crean?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kyhmz6ghdmA major sophomore leap is expected for Duke's Dame Sarr. Mon, 27 Jul 2026 11:45:00 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/jayson-tatum-s-potential-dig-at-jaylen-brown-sent-social-media-into-a-frenzy?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kyfaqngtg1Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown might be launching one of the fiercest rivalries in the NBA. Sun, 26 Jul 2026 14:26:46 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/3-overlooked-duke-players-who-could-make-or-break-jon-scheyer-s-first-title-team?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kycrkda8rzThese three players could significantly impact whether or not Duke cuts down the nets next April. Sat, 25 Jul 2026 14:12:12 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/duke-michigan-s-abrupt-cancellation-throws-big-wrench-into-budding-basketball-rivalry?utm_source=RSSJohn Buhler01kya4rb2v1mWhile Duke and Michigan tried to get another game on the schedule for this season, it fell apart before it could even really come together. While the Blue Devils will get another shot at Texas Tech this season instead, this does hurt the Michigan rivalry.Fri, 24 Jul 2026 15:00:00 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/duke-s-marquee-michigan-matchup-is-off-but-jon-scheyer-landed-a-shot-at-revenge?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kya3eec1z9The complicated Duke-Michigan non-conference matchup is off, but Jon Scheyer found a more than suitable replacement. Fri, 24 Jul 2026 13:21:44 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/5-football-rivalries-manny-diaz-can-breathe-life-into-for-as-long-as-he-stays-at-duke?utm_source=RSSJohn Buhler01ky87n6sn7sManny Diaz may only be entering year three at Duke, but he is starting to earn a reputation as a great head coach in the ACC. Given that this is his second time leading a team in the league, maybe he can help the Blue Devils forge more football rivalries?Fri, 24 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/cameron-boozer-has-already-made-a-believer-out-of-a-skeptical-grizzlies-teammate-gg-jackson?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01ky7tfxwdkzCameron Boozer's Summer League performance is turning doubters into believers. Thu, 23 Jul 2026 16:15:00 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/5-memorable-times-duke-ripped-out-unc-s-hearts-and-stomped-on-them?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01ky7kfzgbbzFive of the most memorable Duke wins over North Carolina that left Tar Heels fans in absolute shambles. Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:45:00 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/duke-commit-kager-knueppel-s-college-role-seems-obvious-after-peach-jam-performance?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01ky5ryawamkKager Knueppel had another impressive showing this summer at the Peach Jam. Wed, 22 Jul 2026 20:58:09 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/duke-basketball-s-secret-weapon-entering-2026-27-season-is-no-longer-a-secret-boumtje-boumtje?utm_source=RSSKevin Connelly01kx0zz7pmyfJoaquim Boumtje Boumtje will become a household name in college basketball and the Duke basketball freshman is no longer a secret for the Blue Devils. Wed, 22 Jul 2026 15:08:22 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/duke-3-greatest-basketball-rivalries-2-that-are-emerging-and-1-that-has-to-return?utm_source=RSSJohn Buhler01ky2y01tfzcDuke is almost everyone's biggest rival in ACC play on the hardwood. However, only a select few teams can garner the same sort of vitriol out of the Cameron Crazies. Here are Duke's three best basketball rivalries, two emerging ones, and one dying series.Wed, 22 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/cameron-boozer-s-summer-league-run-ends-with-bittersweet-nba-recognition?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01ky2yxhjntwCameron Boozer predictably had a strong performance in the NBA Summer League.Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:00:05 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/historic-peach-jam-performance-may-force-jon-scheyer-duke-to-reevaluate-2027-class-cayden-daughtry?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01ky2e8d7y2gJon Scheyer and Duke may need to shift their priorities in the 2027 recruiting classTue, 21 Jul 2026 14:00:03 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/duke-3-best-football-rivals-2-teams-it-has-to-play-more-often-1-it-faces-too-much?utm_source=RSSJohn Buhler01ky0g4c16anDuke may not have the most robust football history, but the Blue Devils are getting better with each passing season under Manny Diaz. Here are the team's three biggest rivals in football, who they need to be playing more often, and who they play too much.Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:00:02 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/duke-manny-diaz-knows-better-than-to-waste-a-failure-after-last-season-turnaround?utm_source=RSSJohn Buhler01ky0apr0rx9It may not seem like much, but Manny Diaz was more than able to salvage Duke's mediocre season because of one inflection point. It was after this loss he learned that he had to be more present and could not waste any failure he experienced moving forward.Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:15:00 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/cameron-boozer-rejected-any-summer-league-accolades-after-championship-loss-grizzlies?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01ky0a00vxrfCameron Boozer had no interest in any Summer League accolades after the Grizzlies lost to the Warriors in the championship. Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:15:00 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/yaxel-lendeborg-s-strange-obsession-with-cameron-boozer-took-another-odd-turn?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01ky002787baAfter the Warriors topped the Grizzlies in the Summer League Championship, Yaxel Lendeborg couldn't help but throw shade toward Cameron Boozer. Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:15:00 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/jeremiah-hasley-isn-t-buying-darian-mensah-s-version-of-what-happened-at-duke?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kxy0dmms5aDuke TE Jeremiah Hasley isn't letting Darian Mensah get away with any revisionist history about his time with the Blue Devils. Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:00:03 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/khaman-maluach-s-success-has-given-duke-a-significant-leg-up-with-2027-5-star-lewis-uvwo?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kxxy9xvyxaIf Duke lands one of its top 2027 targets, Jon Scheyer may have Khaman Maluach to thank. Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/5-big-wins-for-duke-that-could-set-up-another-special-season-for-manny-diaz-this-fall?utm_source=RSSJohn Buhler01kxrx9wn3h1Duke may be the reigning ACC Champions, but another strong follow-up season is not out of the question. In the event that Duke wins any of these challenging games on their schedule, it could be setting Manny Diaz's Blue Devils up for even more success.Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:00:01 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/dame-sarr-s-body-transformation-points-to-significant-year-two-leap-for-duke?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kxx8cxcrssRising sophomore Dame Sarr looks ready for a big step forward for Duke. Sun, 19 Jul 2026 14:00:02 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/off-day-and-all-cameron-boozer-has-grizzlies-playing-for-summer-league-title?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kxx6tt6m2nCameron Boozer has the Grizzlies one win away from the Summer League championship. Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:11:13 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/manny-diaz-reveals-an-underrated-reason-why-duke-may-actually-pull-off-the-acc-repeat?utm_source=RSSJohn Buhler01kxrt7kp59hWhy most people outside of Durham believe Duke's ACC Championship run will be that of a one-off, do not try to tell that to Manny Diaz or anyone on his Blue Devils staff. They have put in the work all offseason long to go get better, faster, and stronger.Sat, 18 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/manny-diaz-isn-t-ready-to-hand-duke-s-starting-qb-job-to-walker-eget-just-yet-dan-mahan?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kxs7f2fpvtIt might be early yet to write Walker Eget's name in pen atop Duke's QB depth chartSat, 18 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/manny-diaz-rips-insulting-duke-narrative-behind-new-acc-tiebreaker-rule?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kxs6dzfnrzManny Diaz didn't hold back when giving his thoughts about the new ACC tiebreaker rule. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/manny-diaz-had-to-bite-his-tongue-when-discussing-miami-tampering-of-darian-mensah?utm_source=RSSJohn Buhler01kxrmk65cdbDuring ACC Media Days, Manny Diaz was left with no choice but to address the elephant in the room. When asked about if Miami tampered with former Duke quarterback Darian Mensah or not, all Diaz could do was bite his tongue and try to take the higher road.Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:45:00 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/manny-diaz-provides-duke-fans-with-a-stellar-update-on-transfer-qb-walker-eget?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kxrgb865jtAt ACC Media Days, Duke fans got the Walker Eget update from Manny Diaz that they had been waiting for. Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:30:01 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/jimbo-fisher-drops-the-perfect-one-liner-to-describe-duke-star-rb-nate-sheppard-acc-media-days?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kxrcfwzwfhDuke fans will love the description Jimbo Fisher gave for star sophomore RB Nate Sheppard. Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:15:00 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/cameron-boozer-s-best-attribute-has-already-been-undeniable-in-nba-summer-league-memphis-grizzlies?utm_source=RSSJohn Mitchell01kxqz5gcf81Summer League play has brought Cameron Boozer's biggest selling point to the forefront in the NBA. Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:16:10 +0000enhttps://balldurham.com/darian-mensah-discussing-his-miami-transfer-along-with-cooper-barkate-must-sicken-duke-fans?utm_source=RSSJohn Buhler01kxp2na83p8Darian Mensah and Cooper Barkate may have only spent one season together at Duke, but they accomplished something the Miami Hurricanes never have. This makes what Mensah had to say at the podium about his star wide receiver hurt even more for Duke fans.Thu, 16 Jul 2026 19:45:00 +0000en