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Manny Diaz evaluates Duke quarterback competition between Eget and Mahan

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 6:59 PM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Manny Diaz evaluates Duke quarterback competition between Eget and Mahan
Summary

Duke football head coach Manny Diaz is assessing the quarterback competition between Walker Eget and Dan Mahan during fall camp, which started on August 5, 2026. Eget, a San Jose State transfer, recently returned after ACL surgery, while Mahan is a redshirt freshman. Diaz emphasized evaluating decision-making and minimizing mistakes as key factors in choosing the starter. Eget and Mahan exchanged first-team reps during practice. Diaz did not specify a timeline for announcing the starting quarterback, indicating it could be close to kickoff of the season opener on September 5 against Tulane.

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  • •Manny Diaz discusses the quarterback evaluation process at Duke.
  • •Walker Eget and Dan Mahan are competing for the starting position.
  • •Eget has returned after recovering from ACL surgery.
  • •Duke's first game is scheduled for September 5 against Tulane.
  • •Diaz has not set a timeline for naming a starter.
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Manny Diaz breaks down what he's looking for in Duke's quarterback competition between Walker Eget and Dan Mahan.

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