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Miami Pushing to Flip Duke QB Darian Mensah in Transfer Portal Shocker

Miami Pushing to Flip Duke QB Darian Mensah in Transfer Portal Shocker

Summary

Star quarterback Darian Mensah from Duke University has entered the transfer portal, with Miami being the favorite to sign him. Mensah had signed a two-year deal with Duke in 2024, but he will need to pay a buyout before moving to a new team. Miami is interested in Mensah as they need a new quarterback for the upcoming seasons.

Key Facts

  • Darian Mensah, a quarterback at Duke, has filed paperwork to enter the transfer portal.
  • Miami is considered the leading team interested in signing him.
  • Mensah had a strong performance last season with 3,973 passing yards, 34 touchdowns, and a high quarterback rating (QBR).
  • He originally joined Duke from Tulane and had a successful season in the Power Four conferences.
  • Duke has been informed by Mensah about his decision to transfer, indicating a potential buyout is necessary.
  • Miami is actively looking for a quarterback due to their current player, Carson Beck, being in his final college year.
  • Mensah is a redshirt sophomore and still has two years of college eligibility left.
  • The transfer could be costly for Miami due to the necessary buyout from Duke.

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