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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.

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Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / February 6

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

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

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

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

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 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

Watch: Rutgers at UCLA | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Women's Basketball | 02/04/2026

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / February 4

Rutgers Women’s Basketball Wraps Up West Coast Trip with Showdown at UCLA

The Rutgers Scarlet Knights are set to close out one of the most demanding stretches of their season with a final stop on the West Coast. Awaiting them is a towering challenge in Los Angeles.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / February 4

One Bright Spot as Rutgers Basketball Tumbles At UCLA

On Monday night, the Scarlet Knights wrapped up a demanding California swing with a visit to Pauley Pavilion. They are one of college basketball’s most storied stages to face UCLA.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Big Ten Network / February 3

Watch: Rutgers at UCLA | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Men's Basketball | 02/03/2026

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / February 2

Rutgers Men’s Basketball Rally Comes Up Just Short Against USC

Rutgers men’s basketball showed resilience, fire, and late-game belief Saturday night at the Galen Center. However, the comeback ultimately stopped just short.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / February 2

Rutgers Women’s Basketball Continues Losing Streak With A 71-39 Blowout Loss Against USC

Rutgers Women’s Basketball is going through a very rough patch, which turned more bumpy with their latest blowout lose agianst USC. Being their first game of the West Coast swing of the schedule, the Knights had hopes starting with a positive momentum, but unfortunately, the spectacular loss trampled all of them.

Rutgers Gymnastics Showcases Talent in Competitive Meet Against Penn State

Rutgers gymnasts demonstrated their untouchable skill Sunday afternoon in a tightly contested Big Ten matchup against Penn State. The Scarlet Knights posted a strong team score of 194.575.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / February 2

Rutgers Lands 2026 Offensive Lineman Commit

The 2026 recruiting class for the Rutgers Scarlet Knights continues to pile up. Rutgers landed another top prospect, and he’s an offensive lineman. His name is Ian Asaeli Ngaue-Stephenson. Rutgers’ offensive line is one of the areas that the program needs to improve.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / SwimSwam / February 2

Huskers Win 15 Events as Nebraska Rolls Through Rutgers 230-123

By SwimSwam on SwimSwam January 31, 2026 Bob Devaney Sports Center, Lincoln, NE SCY (25 yards) Results Courtesy of Nebraska Athletics Lincoln, Neb. – To cap a successful regular season, the Nebraska swimming and diving team crushed Rutgers in a 230-123 battle.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / February 1

No. 18 Rutgers Men’s Lacrosse Survives Overtime Battle to Open Season With a Win

The 2026 season for No. 18 Rutgers men’s lacrosse began! At the Paradise Lacrosse Kickoff in sunny Naples, Florida, the Scarlet Knights battled a tough Jacksonville squad and emerged with an 11–10 overtime victory.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / February 1

Rutgers Women’s Basketball Hopes to Turn Season Around Against USC

For Rutgers women’s basketball, the trip to Southern California is more than just a cross-country flight. Because it’s a chance to hit the reset button.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / February 1

No. 16 Rutgers Wrestling Defeats Rider 21–12 in In-State Rivalry Road Match

In a classic Garden State showdown, the No. 16 Rutgers wrestling team showed why it has dominated New Jersey wrestling for over a decade. Traveling to a charged Alumni Gymnasium on Saturday night, the Scarlet Knights faced an early challenge.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / January 30

Rutgers Men’s Lacrosse Opens 2026 Season in Paradise Lacrosse Kickoff

Rutgers men’s lacrosse officially turns the page to the 2026 season with a destination-worthy opener. The Scarlet Knights will begin the year on the road, heading to Naples, Florida, for a neutral-site showdown against Jacksonville University in the Paradise Lacrosse Kickoff.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Rutgers Scarlet Knights On SI / January 30

Rutgers Women’s Tennis Set to Launch 2026 Campaign with Princeton Test

The wait for spring tennis on the banks is officially over. The Rutgers women’s tennis team is ready to open its 2026 season this Saturday, January 24, with a road test against local rival Princeton.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / College Football News / January 28

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.