Duke and Tulane face roster changes ahead of Week 1 college football matchup

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Last updated Jun 3, 2026

Duke and Tulane face roster changes ahead of Week 1 college football matchup
Summary

The Duke Blue Devils will host the Tulane Green Wave on September 5 in a rematch from last season. Both teams have undergone significant offseason changes, including coaching transitions and key player departures. Duke lost quarterback Darian Mensah and top receiver Cooper Barkate, while Tulane's head coach Jon Sumrall has moved to Florida. Tulane has named passing game coordinator Will Hall as its new head coach and is evaluating several quarterbacks, including Kaden Semonza and Dagan Bruno, following an overhaul of its offensive line and skill positions. With both programs looking to establish their new identities, the matchup promises to be a critical early-season test.

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  • Duke defeated Tulane 34-27 last season in New Orleans.
  • Duke's Darian Mensah and Cooper Barkate have transferred.
  • Tulane's Jon Sumrall is now Florida's head coach.
  • Will Hall is Tulane's new head coach with a quarterback competition underway.
  • Tulane revamped its offensive line, adding five new prospects.
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  • 6:45 PMYahoo SportsEarly look: Duke and Tulane enter new eras ahead of Week 1 matchup
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Looking at how roster turnover, coaching changes, and QB battles shape an early look at Duke vs. Tulane.

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