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Rutgers Football Season Preview Extravaganza: Part One - Offense Sep 01, 2026

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Enjoy Part I of a two-part 2026 Season Preview for Rutgers Football. This episode is a collaboration between the Knight Report podcast with Mike Broadbent, Richie O’Leary, and Alec Crouthamel, David Anderson of the Rutgers Realm, and Larry Krayn of Knight Watch along with Aaron Breitman of The Scarlet Faithful.

Today we start by talking about the Scarlet Knights offense.

00:00 – Intro & Panel Roundtable: Knight Watch, Scarlet Faithful, Rutgers Realm & TKR

02:25 – 2025 Season Recap: Expectations vs. a 5-7 Reality

10:07 – Revisiting Last Year's Predictions: What the Panel Got Wrong

16:17 – Celebrating David Anderson's 2025 Prediction Crown

17:30 – 2026 Offense Outlook: Building Around Dylan Lonergan

18:49 – Why the Offensive Line Will Make or Break the Season

25:41 – Can Greg Schiano Evolve as a Play-Caller?

31:15 – Hands-Off Schiano: Trusting Travis Johansen on Defense

35:16 – 2026 Stat Predictions Begin: Who Leads the Team in Catches?

39:23 – Receiving Yards & TDs: The Case For (and Against) KJ Duff

45:50 – Rushing Predictions: Antwan Raymond & the Backfield Mix

50:44 – Passing Game Predictions: Dylan Lonergan's Debut Season

1:01:35 – Final Calls: Breakout Player, Offensive MVP & Team Rank

1:07:24 – Wrap-Up & Preview of Part Two (Defense, Special Teams & Predictions)

Season expectations for Rutgers football following Dylan Lonergan named starting QB Aug 28, 2026

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David Anderson of the Rutgers Realm and I discuss the following topics ahead of the season opener next week:- Dynamics around the decision of Greg Schiano and Kirk Ciarrocca naming Dylan Lonergan starting QB.- What is the appropriate season expectations for the program and how does it compare nationally - The importance of a minimum 3-2 start in order to achieve bowl eligibility and how the current odds should dictate expectations- More on the perception of the program and how winning this season is paramount for future momentum.

Check out David's podcast channel: https://www.youtube.com/@RutgersRealm#rutgersfootball

Rutgers Football Training Camp: Reasons for Optimism, Pessimism, QB Battle & Lack of Fan Engagement Aug 13, 2026

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David Anderson is back to discuss Rutgers football as training camp is well into its second week. We discuss a variety of topics including the QB battle between AJ Surace and Dylan Lonergan, high hopes for the wide receiver group, concern with the OL, cautious optimism with a new look defense and old man Breitman's rant about Greg Schiano not trying to engage fans and promote the program at a time it is needed.

Also look for David's new podcast the Rutgers Realm out on all platforms!!#RFootball

As summer of Rutgers nears end, Keli Zinn has modernized the athletic department in year one Aug 05, 2026

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After a summer hiatus, the Scarlet Faithful podcast is back. With Rutgers consistently popping up on the national stage in recent months, the school year is rapidly approaching. Football training camp is open, and basketball has built a full roster. The most important gains this summer and past year has been AD Keli Zinn adding infrastructure, skilled leaders and a strategic plan that has Rutgers Athletics built for future. This should bring fans real optimism for the long run. A full discussion on multiple topics in this episode.

Thoughts on Rutgers basketball's roster for next season after landing 6'6" guard Rasheed Jones May 21, 2026

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The Scarlet Knights added another playmaking perimeter player in Rasheed Jones. A full-time starter last season at Coastal Carolina, Jones shot 36% from three on high volume. He is an athletic guard who can score in multiple ways. As far as roster construction, this episode deep dives on the clear strengths of this team (FT shooting, TO rate, 3-point shooting depth) as well as major concerns including a mostly one-dimensional backcourt, a lack of depth in the paint and team defense.#rutgersbasketball

Rutgers Football: Reasons for Optimism & Pessimism following Spring Camp May 12, 2026

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David Anderson and I discuss the state of Rutgers football following Spring Camp. On offense there is continuity in the system under OC Kirk Ciarocca, a changing of the guard at QB, two elite playmakers return, but plenty of questions on the offensive line. On defense, a completely new coaching staff but one that has been successful together before along with all new personnel as well. Can the program take a step forward this season and if they don't, what would that mean for Greg Schiano. There are more questions than answers at this stage of the offseason. Listen and watch to this marathon episode for our thoughts on the program.#rutgersfootball

Takeaways on Rutgers basketball landing former MAAC Rookie of the Year Will Sydnor Apr 21, 2026

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The Scarlet Knights added much needed help in the frontcourt with Manhattan forward Will Sydnor committing to the program. He averaged 14 points and 7 rebounds for the Jaspers as a freshman before sitting out last season due to eligibility issues dating back to a high school transcript. Sydnor adds athleticism, physicality and is another player who is efficient scoring at the rim while adding a capable rebounder inside. A full discussion on Sydnor and how the rotation is shaping up now along with impact transfers Darin Smith Jr. and Christian Gurdak. Plus how I think Steve Pikiell should finish out the roster through the portal.#rutgersbasketball

Takeaways on Rutgers basketball landing Virginia Tech Big Man Christian Gurdak Edited Apr 18, 2026

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The Scarlet Knights add a second impact portal pickup in consecutive days with 6'10" big man Christian Gurdak. Another offensive first player that brings a specific skill set to RU with his ability to score and rebound at the rim. He has a high motor and has multiple years of eligibility. An analysis of what Gurdak brings to the program as well as my hope for how Steve Pikiell hopefully fills out the rest of the roster.#rutgersbasketball

Takeaways on Rutgers basketball landing NEC Player of the Year Darin Smith Jr. Apr 17, 2026

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The Scarlet Knights made its first big pickup of the offseason in adding CCSU Wing Darin Smith Jr. His offensive skill set and length checks multiple boxes for Steve Pikiell as he rebuilds the roster. While Rutgers still needs to add two impact big men from the portal, adding a proven scorer was a step forward.#rutgersbasketball

Takeaways after several moves for Rutgers basketball in rebuilding next season's roster Apr 11, 2026

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Steve Pikiell added a journeyman pro guard Lewis Duarte, officially retained JMike and lost freshman Chris Nwuli on Friday. This episode breaks down the potential impact of all three moves, why how you judge these moves could change in a week or two and my take on how I hope they ultimately build next season's roster.#rutgersbasketball

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