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Why Ty Simpson’s Draft Declaration Potentially Destroyed Duke
- Ty Simpson chose to remain in the 2026 NFL Draft after Miami’s heavy pursuit and reported offers.
- Duke’s Mensah entered the transfer portal, with Miami as the early favorite to land him.
- The NIL era has shifted college football allegiances and supplier dynamics for quarterbacks.
- Miami reportedly offered up to $6.5 million to Ty Simpson during the pursuit.
- Darian Mensah publicly announced his decision to enter the transfer portal and return to Duke in 2026 was not the reality.
- Miami shifted to Mensah after missing on several QB portal targets like Brendan Sorsby and Sam Leavitt.
- The article notes a shift in how programs compete for elite QBs, not just coaches moving jobs.
- Duke’s official content urged staying updated on Duke football news and content channels.
- The piece was published in the context of recent late-portal activity and the 2025-26 football season.
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