Duke Extends Head Coach Manny Diaz Through 2032 Season

Diaz led Blue Devils to first outright ACC title since 1962 in 2025

Apr. 16, 2026 at 8:26pm

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

A cubist, geometric painting in shades of blue and white, depicting fragmented, overlapping shapes that suggest the motion and energy of a college football game.Duke's contract extension with head coach Manny Diaz signals the program's commitment to building on its recent ACC championship success.Durham Today

Duke University has extended the contract of head football coach Manny Diaz through the 2032 season, the school announced on Thursday. Diaz has posted an 18-9 record as the Blue Devils' head coach since taking over ahead of the 2024 season, including leading the team to its first outright ACC championship since 1962 last year.

Why it matters

Diaz's contract extension demonstrates Duke's commitment to maintaining stability and continuity within its football program after the team's breakthrough 2025 season. Retaining Diaz, who has quickly turned the Blue Devils into an ACC contender, is seen as crucial to the program's continued success and upward trajectory.

The details

Diaz took over as Duke's head coach in 2024 and has led the team to an 18-9 record over his first two seasons. Last year, he guided the Blue Devils to their first outright ACC championship since 1962, a remarkable accomplishment for a program that has historically struggled in football.

  • Diaz was hired as Duke's head coach ahead of the 2024 season.
  • In 2025, Diaz led Duke to its first outright ACC title since 1962.

The players

Manny Diaz

The head football coach of Duke University, who has led the Blue Devils to an 18-9 record and the 2025 ACC championship in his first two seasons.

Duke University

A private research university in Durham, North Carolina, known for its successful basketball program but also seeking to build a stronger football tradition.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What’s next

Duke will look to build on its 2025 ACC championship and continue its upward trajectory under Diaz's leadership in the coming seasons.

The takeaway

Manny Diaz's contract extension demonstrates Duke's commitment to maintaining stability and continuity within its football program after the team's breakthrough 2025 season. Retaining Diaz, who has quickly turned the Blue Devils into an ACC contender, is seen as crucial to the program's continued success and upward trajectory.