The Duke football program underwent arguably the most hectic offseason of any team in college football, leaving it with vastly different expectations than it had shortly after the campaign concluded. Head coach Manny Diaz has been absolutely fantastic through his first two seasons in Durham, leading the Blue Devils to their first ACC Championship since 1989 this past season. Diaz has turned into the perfect man for the Duke job, and if he remains in Durham for the long haul, the Blue Devils will be consistently competitive in the ACC. Dec 6, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils head coach Manny Diaz celebrates defeating the Virginia Cavaliers at the 2025 ACC Championship game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images | Bob Donnan-Imagn Images However, he still had to navigate one of the most chaotic offseasons in recent memory for any head coach, headlined by star quarterback Darian Mensah's stunning departure from the program.…