Duke quarterbacks Walker Eget and Dan Mahan compete for starting spot
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 3:48 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Duke's quarterback competition intensifies ahead of the 2026 season as Walker Eget and Dan Mahan vie for the starting position. Eget, a transfer from San Jose State, put up 5,555 passing yards and 30 touchdowns in his last two seasons, though he also had 19 interceptions. Mahan, a redshirt freshman, remains untested in college play but brings potential to the race. Head coach Manny Diaz expressed confidence in both players based on their performance in practice, with the team's faith in their capabilities being pivotal as the season approaches.
- •Duke seeks to replace Darian Mensah, who transferred to Miami.
- •Walker Eget has experience as a two-year starter at San Jose State.
- •Dan Mahan has potential but no prior college game experience.
- •Manny Diaz is confident in both quarterbacks heading into fall practices.
- 3:48 PMYahoo Sports — Duke football position previews: Quarterback
"Duke has a quarterback battle on its hands between Walker Eget and Dan Mahan as the 2026 season approaches.
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