Duke Blue Devils Playoffs 2026
Duke Blue Devils 2026 playoff page. The Duke are 7-2, 3rd in the ACC with a +180 point differential and a 3-game winning streak.
Last time out they beat the North Carolina State Wolfpack 41-3 on the road. Next up: away at the Miami Hurricanes (8-1) on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 12:00 PM EST. Their remaining opponents have a combined 0.815 record, including 1 game against teams currently in playoff position.
Duke Playoff Outlook
Last game
W 41-3 at 
North Carolina State Wolfpack
· Week 1
Next game
at 
Miami Hurricanes (8-1)
· Week 1
Remaining schedule
3 games left · opponents’ record 0.815 · 1 vs current playoff teams
ACC Standings
| # | Team | W-L | Div | Diff | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Wake Forest Demon Deacons | 8-1 | 2-0 | +247 | W2 |
| 2 | Miami Hurricanes | 8-1 | 3-0 | +232 | L1 |
| 3 | Duke Blue Devils | 7-2 | 3-1 | +180 | W3 |
| 4 |  Southern Methodist Mustangs | 7-2 | 3-1 | +127 | W1 |
| 5 |  Louisville Cardinals | 6-3 | 3-0 | +134 | W3 |
| 6 |  Virginia Tech Hokies | 6-3 | 2-1 | +93 | L1 |
| 7 |  Clemson Tigers | 6-3 | 2-1 | +18 | W2 |
| 8 |  Pittsburgh Panthers | 6-3 | 1-2 | +109 | W1 |
| 9 |  North Carolina Tar Heels | 5-4 | 1-2 | +39 | W1 |
| 10 |  Syracuse Orange | 4-5 | 2-2 | +35 | L1 |
| 11 |  Stanford Cardinal | 4-5 | 1-1 | -153 | L1 |
| 12 |  Florida State Seminoles | 4-5 | 1-2 | +21 | W1 |
| 13 |  Boston College Eagles | 4-5 | 2-2 | -46 | L2 |
| 14 | North Carolina State Wolfpack | 4-5 | 1-2 | +12 | L1 |
| 15 |  Virginia Cavaliers | 4-5 | 0-3 | +25 | L3 |
| 16 |  California Golden Bears | 3-6 | 0-3 | -87 | L3 |
| 17 |  Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets | 2-7 | 0-4 | -75 | L4 |
Season Trend
Duke Playoff Push: 2026 Schedule and Results
| Wk | Date | Opponent | Opp. record | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | vs North Carolina | 5-4 | L 20-24 | |
| 1 | at Virginia | 4-5 | W 19-16 | |
| 1 | vs Boston College | 4-5 | W 47-2 | |
| 1 | at NC State | 4-5 | W 41-3 | |
| 1 | at Miami #1 | 8-1 | ||
| 1 | vs Clemson | 6-3 | ||
| 1 | at Wake Forest | 8-1 |
This Duke Blue Devils playoffs page refreshes after every Duke game: record, seed, magic number and remaining schedule. Compare them with the rest of the ACC playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
Duke Blue Devils playoffs FAQ
Are the Duke Blue Devils in the 2026 playoffs?
No, they have been eliminated from the 2026 playoffs.
What seed would the Duke be?
They are outside the six playoff spots in the ACC today.
Who leads the ACC?
Wake Forest Demon Deacons (8-1); the Duke are 3rd.
When is the next Duke game?
Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 12:00 PM EST, away at the Miami Hurricanes.
How hard is the Duke remaining schedule?
3 games left against opponents with a combined 0.815 record; 1 against teams currently in playoff position.
How can the Duke clinch a playoff spot?
Win the ACC, or finish with one of the five best records among ACC non-division-winners. A magic number appears here once a berth is within reach.
What is the Duke record at home and on the road?
1-1 at home, 2-0 away; 3-1 in the division and 3-1 in the half.