Duke football players bring smiles to kids at Durham Rescue MissionThe visit from some Blue Devils players brought hope, football drills and encouragement to children whose families are working through homelessness and other difficult life circumstances. The visit from some Blue Devils players brought hope, football drills and encouragement to children whose families are working through homelessness and other difficult life circumstances. The visit brought smiles, football drills and encouragement to children whose families are working through homelessness, recovery or difficult life circumstances. Children got to learn plays, try out pads, and toss the ball with Duke players on Thursday. Duke football players are set to begin fall training camp next week.