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Manny Diaz emerges as top name in Duke football coaching search


Duke is targeting Penn State defensive coordinator Manny Diaz as its next coach, according to reports, with ESPN's Pete Thamel reporting that a decision could be made in the next 24 hours. Diaz is wrapping up his second season on coach James Franklin's staff as the No. 10 Nittany Lions prepare to face No. 11 Ole Miss in the Peach Bowl on Dec. 30. (CBS Sports)

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Manny Diaz emerges as top name in Duke football coaching search