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How Much Salary Will Travis Johansen Receive After Joining Rutgers?

How Much Salary Will Travis Johansen Receive After Joining Rutgers?

Rutgers football has finalized its defensive coordinator hire, bringing in Travis Johansen from South Dakota on a three-year contract approved by the Board of Governors.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Big Ten Network / February 12
Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / February 12
No. 18 Rutgers Men’s Lacrosse Travels to Stony Brook for First True Road Game of Season

No. 18 Rutgers Men’s Lacrosse Travels to Stony Brook for First True Road Game of Season

The early weeks of February are a test of mettle for any collegiate lacrosse program. And for Rutgers men’s lacrosse, this Saturday is more than just another date on the calendar.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / February 12
Dylan Groff and Cardin Stoller Highlight Big Week for Rutgers Men’s Lacrosse

Dylan Groff and Cardin Stoller Highlight Big Week for Rutgers Men’s Lacrosse

The 2026 collegiate lacrosse season is barely out of the gate. But the Rutgers men’s lacrosse defense is already making considerable national noise. Two games in, and the Scarlet Knights are not easing into anything.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Big Ten Network / February 11
Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / February 11
Rutgers Men's Basketball to Celebrate 2nd Knights of Honor Ceremony in Matchup vs. Maryland

Rutgers Men's Basketball to Celebrate 2nd Knights of Honor Ceremony in Matchup vs. Maryland

Jersey Mike’s Arena is preparing for an electric atmosphere this Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026. While the Big Ten showdown between Rutgers men’s basketball and Maryland already carries serious implications for the conference standings, this one is about more than just a win or loss.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / February 10
Rutgers Football Adds Former Drake Head Coach Joe Woodley to Defensive Staff

Rutgers Football Adds Former Drake Head Coach Joe Woodley to Defensive Staff

Rutgers football continues to move with purpose this offseason. And the latest addition just shows the direction Greg Schiano wants the program to take.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / SwimSwam / February 10

Hoffman, Sturgill Go 1-2 At Rutgers Platform Invitational

By SwimSwam on SwimSwam February 7, 2025 Piscataway, N.J. Diving Results Courtesy: Rutgers Athletics PISCATAWAY, N.J. – The Rutgers Scarlet Knights hosted the Rutgers’ Platform Invitational on Saturday morning, an additional opportunity for RU’s divers to compete on the Platform before the Big Ten Championships later this month.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / February 9
Rutgers Gymnastics Shines on the Road with Season-Best Win at Maryland

Rutgers Gymnastics Shines on the Road with Season-Best Win at Maryland

On Saturday night, Rutgers gymnastics didn’t just meet that challenge. It delivered one of the most impressive performances in recent program history. Competing inside Maryland’s home arena, the Scarlet Knights posted a season-high team score of 196.175.

No. 18 Rutgers Men’s Lacrosse Battles Army in Tight Home Opener

No. 18 Rutgers Men’s Lacrosse Battles Army in Tight Home Opener

In a clash of top 20 programs that delivered on every ounce of its hype, the No. 18 Rutgers men’s lacrosse team came up just short in its home opener. Even after putting a lot in the field, the team fell 11-9 to No.

Rutgers Women’s Basketball Battles Minnesota at Jersey Mike’s Arena

Rutgers Women’s Basketball Battles Minnesota at Jersey Mike’s Arena

Sometimes a final score does not tell the full story of the sweat and grit left on the hardwood. On Sunday afternoon at Jersey Mike’s Arena, junior forward Nene Ndiaye delivered a performance for the record books.

Rutgers Wrestling Upsets No. 6 Minnesota for Biggest Win in a Decade

Rutgers Wrestling Upsets No. 6 Minnesota for Biggest Win in a Decade

Friday night at Jersey Mike’s Arena felt different from the opening whistle. The energy, the noise, and the stakes all pointed toward something special unfolding on the mat.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / February 6
How Rutgers ' Lengthy Defensive Coordinator Search Reflects on the Program Overall

How Rutgers ' Lengthy Defensive Coordinator Search Reflects on the Program Overall

Rutgers football is in the midst of its second lengthy defensive coordinator search in two years. Much speculation has circled around in the fanbase as to why it has been tremendously difficult for the Scarlet Knights to land a defensive coordinator.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / February 6
Rutgers Scarlet Knights Host No. 21 Army in 2026 Women’s Lacrosse Opener

Rutgers Scarlet Knights Host No. 21 Army in 2026 Women’s Lacrosse Opener

The Rutgers women’s lacrosse team is ready to kick off its 2026 season this Friday under the lights. They are hosting No. 21 Army in a matchup that promises to be intense from the first draw.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / February 5
Rutgers Women’s Basketball No Match Against No. 2 UCLA in West Coast Showdown

Rutgers Women’s Basketball No Match Against No. 2 UCLA in West Coast Showdown

The 2025–26 Big Ten season has been a journey defined by resilience for Rutgers women’s basketball, and Wednesday night in Los Angeles offered the clearest test yet.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / February 5
Rutgers Basketball’s Kaden Powers Sets Career High in Road Loss at UCLA

Rutgers Basketball’s Kaden Powers Sets Career High in Road Loss at UCLA

In the middle of one of the most demanding stretches of the Big Ten schedule, Rutgers basketball walked into Pauley Pavilion knowing the margin for error would be slim.

MLB News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / February 5
No. 17 Rutgers Wrestling Looks to Stay Hot Hosting No. 6 Minnesota

No. 17 Rutgers Wrestling Looks to Stay Hot Hosting No. 6 Minnesota

The stakes in Big Ten wrestling rarely get higher than this. On Friday night, No. 17 Rutgers wrestling returns to Jersey Mike’s Arena for a marquee conference showdown against No.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / February 5
Rutgers Men’s and Women’s Lacrosse Games vs Army Shift Indoors Due to Weather

Rutgers Men’s and Women’s Lacrosse Games vs Army Shift Indoors Due to Weather

Rutgers lacrosse fans will need to adjust their weekend plans as winter conditions reshape the schedule in Piscataway. Due to anticipated cold weather in the region, Rutgers Athletics has announced that both the men’s and women’s lacrosse matchups against Army will be moved indoors to the Busch Practice Bubble.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Big Ten Network / February 5
Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / College Football News / January 28
Rutgers Football 2026 Schedule: Key Games, Good and the Bad

Rutgers Football 2026 Schedule: Key Games, Good and the Bad

Rutgers should be better, but it's been hard when it has to deal with a slew of Big Ten stars. The 2026 football schedule has enough winnable games to come up with a stronger season, but the Scarlet Knights can't whiff when they have their chances.

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