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Duke Blue Devils set ambitious sights on another ACC football championship as Nate Sheppard prepares to shoulder a larger offensive role and a new quarterback looks to emerge. Can Manny Diaz keep the Blue Devils atop the league despite Darian Mensah’s transfer to Miami? JJ Jackson breaks down the impact of coaching transitions, how Sheppard’s explosive playmaking could shift the offensive attack, and whether Duke’s defense can anchor another title run. Wes Durham, Jimbo Fisher, and Drew Fabianich join the show to offer insider takes on Sheppard’s status among the ACC’s top running backs, the defensive mindset instilled by Diaz, and the NFL prospects of Chandler Rivers and VJ Anthony. Other key topics include Duke basketball’s elite recruiting with Cam Boozer and Jojo Boumtje Boumtje, the evolving ACC landscape, and the program’s elevated expectations. Can the Blue Devils remain contenders against Clemson, Louisville, and other conference heavyweights? X: @LO_BlueDevils | @_JJ_Jackson_ The Locked On Blue Devils Podcast with host JJ Jackson is a daily show that brings you the latest news & headlines from Duke Blue Devils Athletics. Every day, we will discuss the biggest stories from Duke Basketball and Football and feature special guests including athletes, coaches and insiders for an in-depth look. Locked On Blue Devils is a part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonbluedevils.supercast.... Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOBlueDevils?s... Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege #Duke #DukeBlueDevils #CollegeBasketball