Duke vs Darian Mensah lawsuit possible outcomes, significance across NCAA
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Duke finds itself in the middle of a legal battle that could have wide-reaching implications across college sports. The university sued quarterback Darian Mensah on Tuesday, Jan. 20, claiming he breached a multi-year contract he signed with Duke on July 2025 that was set to run through Dec. 2026. Mensah's deal was reportedly worth $8 million – $4 million annually – and gave the Blue Devils a number of rights, including to Mensah’s name, image and likeness (NIL). Mensah agreed he would not enroll or play football at another institution for the term of his contract. He also agreed not to license his NIL rights to another institution while the contract remains in effect. However, on Jan. 16,...