Yardbarker: Rutgers Scarlet Knights

Incredible Finish for UConn, Rutgers

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 19:19:00 -0500

by FanHouse NewswireFiled under: Connecticut, Rutgers, Big EastEAST HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) -- On a day Connecticut honored slain teammate Jasper Howard, one of his best friends won the game for Rutgers.Tim Brown, who grew up with Howard in Miami, scored on an 81-yard touchdown pass from Tom Savage with 22 seconds left to give the Scarlet Knights a 28-24 victory over the Huskies in UConn's first home game since Howard was stabbed to death."I just went out there and played that game for ...

Rutgers Wins and Covers at Army; Pro Gamblers Won Again

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 22:37:00 -0500

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Maryland turnovers trhe story -- again

Sat, 26 Sep 2009 17:01:47 -0500

Chris Turner now has thrown three picks and fumbled once. Trailing 13-10, Rutgers took the lead when Turner was sacked and fumbled in the end zone. Turner was hit by safety Joe Lefeged, who who swept the ball from the quarterback’s hands. Defensive end George Johnson recovered it to put the Scarlet Knights ahead 17-13 with 2:59 left in the third quarter. Turnovers are the only way Rutgers wins this game. Rutgers now has two defensive touchdowns.

Some in-game observations

Sat, 26 Sep 2009 15:44:50 -0500

*You think Rutgers detected in its scouting that the Terps struggle to contain running quarterbacks? The Scarlet Knights keep inserting running threat Jabu Lovelace into the game at quarterback tro pressure the defense. *Injured safety Jamari McCollough (foot) dressed but isn't in the game. That means Kenny Tate could be in for a lot of plays today as McCollough's replacement. But Fridge hasn't used Tate as a punt returner so far in the game. Rutgers 10, Terps 3, second quar...

Uncertain which Rutgers QB will play

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 17:06:33 -0500

Rutgers quarterback Tom Savage, a true freshman, was knocked out of Saturday’s 23-15 victory over Florida International, lying motionless on the field after a hit. Savage told the media he is fine, but Fridge says he isn’t sure which Rutgers quarterback will play Saturday against Maryland. “We don’t know really who we’re going to be facing,” Friedgen said. He said the other quarterback, fifth-year player Jabu Lovelace “is kind of their wildcat guy, normally associated with running.” ...

Preseason Countdown: No. 24 Rutgers

Sat, 18 Jul 2009 12:43:00 -0500

Where Have The Scarlet Knights Been? After an 1-5 start to last season, Rutgers' season looked over. But then a funny thing happened: veteran quarterback Mike Teel took control of the team with a little bitch-slapping, and the Knights went on to average 43.3 points per game in their last six games, all wins, including the Papajohns.com Bowl win over North Carolina State.Where Are The Scarlet Knights Going? On the surface, it would seem Greg Schiano's club would be taking a step back i...

Preseason Countdown: No. 24 Rutgers

Sat, 18 Jul 2009 12:43:00 -0500

Dummy's Guide to Tackling: Grab 'em Dreadlocks!

Sun, 07 Dec 2008 18:19:22 -0500

Some football players love displaying dreadlocks or long curls out from underneath their helmet. Some players claim it makes them tougher, some claim it teaches patience, while others do it to pay homage to their heritage. I claim it makes them easier to tackle, so grab 'em dreadlocks!

Rutgers' Jordan Brooks does his Rapunzel Impression! VIDEO!

Sat, 06 Dec 2008 14:03:20 -0500

One fashion trend the 2000s will be remembered for is dreadlocks. Think Lil Wayne. Think Ricky Williams. In the world of football, fans shirk at the painful idea of how long hair could become a liability. Luckily, Rutgers' RB Jordan Brooks showed us the painful reality?a 62 yard run that ends with a touchdown prevented mostly by his flowing locks. Read more and see the video by following the link!

College Football: Rutgers Has Joined The College Cesspool

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 12:07:54 -0500

I've been stating for a long time that college sports is a cesspool filled with crooked agents, greedy coaches, a morally bankrupt NCAA, college presidents and athletic directors lacking moral compasses and players on the search for a pay day. I'm a hypocrite as much as the next guy, because this doesn't mean I don't get an erection hearing Keith Jackson on the call or watching the camera pan USC's cheerleaders - - I do. I'll excuse the players, or as the NCAA deig...

Savage Gives Verbal Commitment to Rutgers Then Drops in Rivals Top 100?

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 15:14:23 -0500

Tom Savage was sitting at the overall #24 position on rivals.com when he gave verbal commitment to Rutgers. Now he is dropped to #45. Is this a consequence of picking Rutgers over the top programs recruiting him?

Record Crowd at RU Scarlet & White Game

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 10:42:06 -0500

The headline boasts: "Scarlet Defeats White 28-14 In Front of Record Crowd at Rutgers" The pictures tell another story. As you can see, the joint was hoppin'! I can't get over the fact that the place was so jam packed to the rafters with loyal fans turning out in droves to fill up an entire section of the stadium! If these pictures are any indication, as far as Greg Schiano has taken this program in recent years, the Knights still have quite a ways to go before they re...

Ray Rice Headed To The NFL

Tue, 08 Jan 2008 21:41:41 -0500

280 yards and four touchdowns in a bowl game is a good way to cap off your college career.

South Florida-Rutgers Thursday Night College Football Preview

Tue, 16 Oct 2007 17:56:52 -0500

Interesting on betting on the South Florida-Rutgers game Thursday night? I'll go into a preview of the game with an analysis of both teams and then give my free pick for the game.

Inside Rutgers practice: Rutgers WR depth; A confident Mike Teel; Schiano's new Mantra

Thu, 09 Aug 2007 21:20:38 -0500

A new blog from North Jersey Media Group's Adita Kinkhabwala has been providing in depth coverage of Rutgers this summer. Today, she likens WR Kenny Britt to T.O. without the attitude, but unfortunately with the drops. I suppose there are worse people to have at WR than a TO. Hopefully Mike Teel's new confidence can put the ball in places where even I wouldn't drop it. And the drops won't lead Teel to grumble off the field like the Manning that isn't Peyton. It was a dropped pass by James Townswend in the 3OT game against WV that cost Rutgers the BCS. Schiano has been preaching the "fine line between winning and losing" this summer. He has been going as far as cutting water breaks for everyone because one guy doesn't run ALL the way to the water jug. Classic move right there. Hearing that the team looked good is great and all, but hearing that Schiano is still kicking their asses for little stuff like that makes me even more excited for what is to come in the coming years for this program.

2007 Football Recruiting Roundup: Rutgers Scarlet Knights (Big East)

Mon, 09 Apr 2007 15:43:26 -0500

A glimpse at the Rutgers 2007 football recruits from a fantasy college football perspective.

Rutgers Monster Recruiting Class

Fri, 09 Feb 2007 04:24:12 -0500

Rutgers has the second best high school offensive lineman coming to their campus next year. Anthony Davis, a giant left tackle, will join another prospect ranked in the top-100 of the nation, as well as Dwight Freeney's cousin & countless others. It's a good time to be a Rutgers football fan. Who in God's name would have ever expected to hear those words spoken without a laughter following.

The cost of keeping a winning football program? Everything else.

Mon, 22 Jan 2007 18:28:22 -0500

Most of Schiano's six-figure coaching assistants got double-digit raises even as the university reeled under state budget cuts that forced the elimination of 825 jobs...Salaries for nine coaches now range between $115,000 and $185,000, according to the contracts obtained by The Record under the state's Open Public Records Act. Each also gets a $7,200 annual car stipend and an additional one month's pay -- a bonus for getting the Scarlet Knights into the Texas Bowl." As AD ...

Ray Lewis in the Rutgers locker room?

Fri, 22 Dec 2006 14:55:10 -0500

Rutgers has its own Ray Lewis, at least for one more game, senior All American Eric Foster. Check out the video towards the bottom.

The Scarlet Who?

Fri, 10 Nov 2006 19:40:58 -0500

"That's right, the Rutgers Scarlet Knights are 9-0 and in the hunt for a national championship. Ignoring all the BCS controversy that is sure to take place, congratulations to Rutgers. It wasn't more than a few years ago that this team was one of the laughing stocks of college football. Now they've turned it around, and last night managed a 28-25 victory over Louisville, the #3 ranked team in the nation. This puts Rutgers atop the Big East, and one of four undefeated teams left in college football."