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Star College Quarterback Sued By His Own School

Duke University is suing quarterback Darian Mensah for breach of contract.

Duke University starting quarterback Darian Mensah announced via social media that he would be transferring, prompting the institution to file suit against him for breach of contract. The University said in its case against its own player that he attempted to transfer “as if his obligations to Duke University do not exist.” The star QB had previously announced on Dec. 19 that he would play for the team through the following December, per his $8 million 2-year contract with the school. Mensah has been a star for the Duke team; prior to joining, the last time the Duke won the Atlantic Coast Conference Championship Game (ACC) was in 1962. The Blue Devils won again, more than 60 years later in 2025, with Mensah leading the roster. Sports journalist Mark Schlabach first reported for ESPN that the University of Miami has made an unofficial offer to Mensah that would pay him more. These disputes are not uncommon, with NBC News calling it a “new abnormal for college football.” A judge denied the University’s request for a temporary restraining order against the transfer. However, the breach-of-contract case against Mensah will still need to be decided in court.