Duke projected for bowl games after 2-0 start in college football
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 8:30 PM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
Duke football is off to a strong 2-0 start this season, following victories over Tulane and Illinois. ESPN's bowl projections indicate the Blue Devils could participate in the Duke's Mayo Bowl against Maryland on December 26 or the Freedom Mortgage Military Bowl against South Florida on December 28. This season marks a potential milestone for Duke, aiming for its fifth consecutive bowl appearance, a first in program history.
- •Duke started the season 2-0 after wins against Tulane and Illinois.
- •ESPN projects Duke for the Duke's Mayo Bowl or Military Bowl.
- •The Blue Devils aim for their fifth straight bowl game this season.
- •Duke has historically struggled but is showing improved performance under Manny Diaz.
- •Duke's bowl projection includes a matchup with former ACC rival Maryland.
- 8:30 PMYahoo Sports — ESPN projects Duke to two different bowl games following Week 2
"Duke has started the season 2-0 and the Blue Devils are looking to make a fifth straight bowl game for the first time in program history.
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