Duke football fans have gone through a much more stressful week than what could have been originally anticipated, as it was reported that Blue Devil quarterback Darian Mensah was considering declaring for the 2026 NFL Draft as opposed to returning to Durham for a second season. Mensah was a redshirt sophomore in 2025, allowing him to enter the draft if he chose, as he was three years removed from high school. It was reported that the decision would not take long to be made, and just a few days after the original report, Mensah put the Blue Devil faithful at ease, as it was announced he'd return to school.
Duke fans will be jumping for joy at the latest Darian Mensah news