Duke files a lawsuit against QB Darian Mensah to enforce his contract and block a transfer
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Key Points:
- Duke University has filed a lawsuit against quarterback Darian Mensah to block his transfer efforts and prevent him from signing with another school for the next season, citing a two-season contract granting Duke exclusive rights to his name, image, and likeness (NIL).
- The contract, signed in July 2025 and running through 2026, requires disputes to be resolved through arbitration, and Duke has sought a temporary restraining order to stop Mensah from entering the transfer portal or making transfer arrangements.
- A court hearing is scheduled for February 2, and while a request to prevent Mensah from entering the transfer portal was denied, he currently cannot enroll or play football at another institution pending the judge's decision.
- Mensah, who transferred from
