Duke names graduate transfer Walker Eget as starting quarterback for opener against Tulane

Duke University has selected San Jose State graduate transfer quarterback Walker Eget as their starter for the upcoming season. Eget, a San Jose State alum, was named the Blue Devils' starting quarterback on Tuesday, ahead of the September 5 home opener against Tulane.

Coach Manny Diaz explained that Eget's selection came down to consistency, noting that both he and redshirt freshman Dan Mahan had different skillsets that Duke could utilize in their offense. Eget had a successful college career at San Jose State, making 18 starts and throwing for 3,051 yards and 17 touchdowns in 2025. However, a late-season knee injury required surgery and impacted his recovery, adding uncertainty to the position battle.

Despite this setback, Eget has consistently excelled in his time with Duke, as highlighted by Diaz. The Blue Devils' selection of Eget comes as Duke already won its first outright Atlantic Coast Conference championship since 1962 last year, under the leadership of Darian Mensah.