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Hammerin' the B1G: Examining Rutgers' ceiling for the 2024 season
Rutgers is used to playing the role of an afterthought in the B1G race. However, the Scarlet Knights are no longer going to be a team that sneaks up on people. After winning 9 total games during the Chris Ash era, Rutgers re-hired Greg Schiano to rebuild the program he once transformed during the program’s Big East days. The vibe around the Scarlet Knights immediately changed with Schiano’s textbook never-quit attitude leading to 8 wins across the 2020-21 seasons.
Rutgers basketball: Shooting, backcourt injury update, and more takeaways from practice
PISCATAWAY -- In search of improved shooting, the Rutgers men's basketball team will aim to utilize its size and better spacing in the backcourt this upcoming season. That was a big theme during Wednesday's summer workout. With the height and athleticism the Scarlet Knights possess at the guard and forward...
An Early Look at Win Totals for Penn State, Rutgers, and Temple
It’s the perfect time to dip our toes into the water with college football. None of the major sports are on TV, which means 90 percent of your friend group is already through their first three seasons of the new NCAA college football game. Only one of the three...
The Monday Morning Kickoff
It's time to start a new week with the latest in Rutgers football and basketball. It's time to start a new week in the scarlet nation as Rutgers football and basketball recruiting continue to stay strong. It won't be long before Rutgers training camp is up and going with the return of football just on the horizon.
What Rutgers’ Steve Pikiell said about Dylan Harper, Tyson Acuff’s injury timelines
Rutgers’ backcourt is expected to be back at full health by the time the preseason starts in earnest. Scarlet Knights coach Steve Pikiell said Tuesday that Dylan Harper (knee) and Tyson Acuff (foot) are both expected to return to practice by the time the team returns to practice in the fall semester.
Jackson Turley Leads Rutgers Wrestling All-American Return for 2024-25 Season
Rutgers wrestler Jackson Turley (174) is set to return for the 2024-25 season, utilizing his final year of eligibility after being a three-time NCAA qualifier and an All-American in 2021. Turley recorded 16 wins last season, including 11-4 in dual matches and a 6-2 record in Big Ten duals. He...
Josh Kuroda-Grauer, Donovan Zsak selected by Athletics, Guardians in 2024 MLB Draft
Two more members of the Rutgers baseball team will fulfill their lifelong dreams of playing in the Major Leagues. Shortstop Josh Kuroda-Grauer and left-handed pitcher Donovan Zsak were the latest Scarlet Knights to hear their names called in the annual MLB Draft. Kuroda-Grauer was drafted by the Oakland Athletics in...
After Taking Brief Hiatus from U.S. Rowing Program, PU Grad Mead Returns to Make Men’s 4 for Paris Games
NICK OF TIME: Nick Mead rows for the U.S. men’s 4 in recent action. Mead, a 2017 Princeton University alum and Tiger men’s heavyweight rowing star, will be competing on the 4 in the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics. (Photo by Row2K, provided courtesy of USA Rowing) Upon helping...
The latest on Dylan Harper's injury status
PISCATAWAY - Rutgers basketball took the court this morning for another practice as only a certain amount of coach-supervised sessions are allowed during the summer. As has been the case since workouts started last month, one of the headliners of this team was not on the court. Freshman Dylan Harper...
2024 MLB Draft: Rutgers pitcher Donovan Zsak drafted by Guardians in 8th round
Rutgers had its second player drafted during the 2024 MLB Draft as lefty Donovan Zsak was taken in the eighth round with the 235th pick by the Cleveland Guardians on Monday. Zsak joins Josh Kuroda-Grauer as Rutgers players selected so far, with Kuroda-Grauer being selected with the 75th overall pick in the third round.
Scarlet Nation Podcast with four-star Rutgers commit Michael Thomas III
Rutgers football has put together a top 20 recruiting class of 2025 and leading the way is four-star wide receiver Michael Thomas III of Donovan Catholic (Toms River, N.J.). Thomas is the No.174-ranked class of 2025 prospect in the nation and he joins the Scarlet Nation podcast to talk about his commitment, future and much more. Click the play button below to listen to the podcast in its entirety.
TKR Pod: Rutgers Hoops Practice Report and Football Camp starting soon!
Richie O'Leary and Mike Broadbent Rutgers.Rivals.com Mike and Richie break down everything Richie saw at his second Rutgers basketball practice of the summer (2:00) before discussing the latest hoops offer to Kiyan Anthony (13:30). They then discuss the latest Rutgers football roster nuggets (16:45) and the big recruiting BBQ at the end of the month (21:45). They close by discussing the Rutgers wrestling assistant coaching vacancy (25:00), the Rutgers draftees in the MLB draft (27:00) and our fan podcast project (31:00). Click here to record your story: https://www.speakpipe.com/RutgersRivals TKR PODCAST IS PRESENTED BY KNIGHT AND DAY APPAREL! Beat the heat...
Rutgers Football Top 50 Preseason Player Countdown: No.40 Troy Rainey
The start of the 2024 Rutgers football season is just around the corner and that means it's time for Scarlet Nation's annual Top 50 player projections. We will be counting down the top 50 players based on projections of how they will perform this season. The list moves on with a look at No.40, Troy Rainey.
Nigel James Commits to Marquette as Class of 2025 Point Guard Over Georgia, Georgia Tech, and Rutgers
Marquette men’s basketball adds Nigel James to the recruiting class, securing a commitment from the Class of 2025 point guard over Georgia, Georgia Tech, and Rutgers. Nigel James is listed as a 6’0”, 182 pound point guard by 247 Sports. James is ranked #88 nationally by 247...
Athan Kaliakmanis looking to break recent trend of first-year starting quarterbacks at Rutgers
Rutgers is no stranger to using first-year quarterbacks, whether the staff turned to a transfer or true freshman. This season, Athan Kaliakmanis will assume the role of the first-year starting quarterback at Rutgers. The last time that occurred was in 2020 and was the fourth consecutive season Rutgers handed the offense over to a first-year quarterback.
College Football 25: Full Rutgers Football player ratings
College Football 25 is officially here. After a long, 11-year hiatus, EA Sports and the NCAA finally got on the same page. With players now able to earn NIL deals in collegiate sports, it was only right that a solution be figured out to bring back one of the best games there is.
Rutgers Basketball HC Steve Pikiell talks Mid-July summer practice
Rutgers Basketball Head Coach Steve Pikiell met with the media today following Wednesday morning's summer practice to discuss the latest injury report, his team's progression and much more. JOIN TODAY AND GET 30 DAYS FREE! | THE ROUND TABLE FORUM | RUTGERS FOOTBALL 2025 RECRUITING CLASS | RUTGERS HOOPS RECRUITING.
Women's Track & Field Welcomes 15 to Class of 2028
PRINCETON, NJ - The Princeton Women's Track & Field team will proudly welcome 15 talented athletes as part of its incoming Class of 2028. "We are incredibly excited to welcome the class of 2028 to our team," said head coach Michelle Eisenreich. "This class is one of the most talented groups of women that Princeton Track & Field has seen. They represent excellence across all the events and their contributions as athletes and leaders will spark an exciting chapter in our program's competitive history."
COACHSPEAK: City College OC Jon Perry talks WR commit Vernon Allen III
This summer Rutgers Football recently landed Maryland three-star wide receiver recruit Vernon Allen III as he committed to the program following his Official Visit to campus. Now we know the offer list and his ranking, but to learn more about Allen's game, The Knight Report reached out to City College High School Offensive Coordinator Jon Perry.
No Work Wednesday on Scarlet Nation
Scarlet Nation returns another weekly feature as it's time for another No-Work Wednesday. This day is dedicated to all Rutgers fans as we provide a relentless day of content, premium perks and non-stop action on Scarlet Nation. We will have so much content that those of you at work may not get a whole lot done. Regardless of where you are, you can get over the midweek hump by indulging in the plethora of content on Scarlet Nation and the wealth of information on our premium message board, The Round Table. Our lineup starts with the following articles and will have much more to come:
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