Can These STAR Transfers Truly IMPROVE Duke Football in 2026 Season? | Duke Blue Devils Podcast

Duke Blue Devils reload with transfer talent as kickoff approaches. Can Manny Diaz’s latest additions revitalize a defense that struggled last season and spark a new offensive era? JJ Jackson and Josh Cox spotlight key new faces like Jared Richardson (Penn), Dylan Flowers (Western Kentucky), and Nick Del Grande (Coastal Carolina), breaking down how NCAA transfer portal moves shape Duke’s two-deep across secondary, defensive line, and skill positions.The conversation covers impact players including Walker Eget at quarterback, Javen Nicholas in the slot, and secondary standouts like Evan Smith (Northwestern) and Kyon Loud (Montana). With ACC football ramping up and Duke’s opener looming against Tulane, JJ Jackson and Josh Cox detail the biggest questions: Will the newcomers fix last year’s weaknesses? Can the Blue Devils’ new-look roster contend for an ACC Championship run? Don’t miss this essential preseason scouting report on Duke’s transfer-fueled transformation.X: @LO_BlueDevils | @JJ_JacksonThe Locked On Blue Devils Podcast with host JJ Jackson is a daily show that brings you the latest news & headlines from Duke Blue Devils Athletics. Every day, we will discuss the biggest stories from Duke Basketball and Football and feature special guests including athletes, coaches and insiders for an in-depth look. Locked On Blue Devils is a part of the Locked On Podcast Network.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!KALSHIFor a limited time, Download the Kalshi app and use code [LOCKEDON] to get $10 when you trade $10. .IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast.SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/COLLEGE ! #squarepodULTRA POUCHESDon’t sleep on Ultra Pouches. New customers get 15% Off with code LOCKEDONCOLLEGEFOOTBALL at https://takeultra.com! #UltraPouches #ad5-Hour ENERGYBring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https:/5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelCollege football Saturdays are already packed with reasons to get excited, and this season, FanDuel is giving fans even more ways to get in on every matchup. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COMFANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.