The Duke Blue Devils have work ahead of them this summer and fall camp to identify replacements for key starters who left for the transfer portal or the NFL Draft. This offseason has been killer for the Blue Devils, but success at this level breeds new opportunities in college football. We have seen seasons where Duke loses important players to the draft and the portal, though the momentum they had before losing Darian Mensah and Cooper Barkate may have dissipated for the time being. Jan 27, 2026; Frisco, TX, USA; East edge rusher Wesley Williams (97) and East edge rusher Mason Reiger (22) celebrate during the first half against the West at the Ford Center at the Star. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images One of the key questions that Duke and head coach Manny Diaz must answer is who will be the starting pass rushers this upcoming season. The group lacks sufficient production to offset losses from the draft, making this an all-intriguing unit heading into 2026.…