Some have ranked this class (about 30th overall) as the best in modern Rutgers Football history and I agree. Certainly the best of Greg 2.0 but imo on paper it beats any 1.0 class despite some top heavy classes with five star types ie Huggins, Darius Hamilton etc.

Despite this class having no five or high four stars it is loaded with quality four stars and high three stars. And honestly, stars are for dance shows and astronomers or when you do well in first grade. How many stars did Strong have? Two! How heralded was Kyle? Not very. For context, according to ESPN last season's highest rated recruit was Gabe Winowich.

But anyway, looking at the tape and the offers it's clear we have some studs. Numerous guys with offers from Penn State, Georgia, Ohio State, Texas, Michigan etc. The number of guys with Auburn and Wisconsin offers was surprising.

More specifically I believe this is one of the best O-line, D tackle, and linebacker classes ever. Solid WR class as well. I love the LB Kamar Archie (consensus 4*). 6-2 ish 230 with 4.6 flat speed and a rocked college body. He could get snaps next year. The LB we flipped from Penn St, DJ, another 4* with potential. He'll take longer to see the field but immense talent as a guy who played running back in HS. Another 4* by some scouting agencies Talibi Kaba is a kid who also played running back and is projected at LB or safety. Overall imo we got 4 great LB prospects.

At DT and D-line we haven't hit on guys but we have two kids at DT who look great. Big cat Simon a shorter pass rushing DT is my favorite but we also got a 6-6 315 lb kid who Georgia was sniffing at (Kyle). The DEs seem decent, Robbie Johnson Jr is a 4* by at least one agency and the number one kid in Delaware.

We didn't get many defensive backs but the ones we got look great. The highest rated recruit by some agencies is 4* safety from DC named Tariq Hayer. Perhaps he and Kaj are the future, two 4* kids at safety? Stretch Dorilas is a 4* corner by some agencies in the mold of a Robert Longerbeam at 5-11 and skinny but a cover guy. Michael Clayton another kid who's between 3-4* depending on the agency is iirc a 6-2 or 6-3 corner. I know DB is thin but there's talent in Kaj, Mascoe, Kevin Levy, Hayer, Dorilas, and Clayton. Even Crumpler looked good in spring. Ofc Shorty comes back.

O-line has two stud tackle prospects with NFL size at 6-7 300+. Quality guard prospects. Kids who could play either like Blackston who iirc Ohio State offered. This is comparable to the Chris Muller, JJ Denman class.

Receiver has several high quality kids including ESPNs highest rated guy and 4* by some in Michael Thomas III who is imo a slot type. A RB and WR in HS at 5-11 and a potential slot or gadget guy. Then a 6 ft 160lb athlete (Steven Murray) listed as a WR by Rutgers who runs 10.6 in the 100. Kid is faster than Ben Black. Richie O'Leary's favorite WR a 6ft 180 kid named Jordan Housten. He also loves a long WR in the mold of Ian Strong they call Ice Cup. Some are high on a 6-3 WR from Baltimore named Vernon Allen who looks solid after the catch. It seems we went more for speed at WR this time which is good considering Strong and Duff are slow.

I love this class but I will say I'm bummed that the QB Sidwar decommited because I absolutely love his arm and tbh the only commit that baffles me is our QB who DID commit (Sean Ashenfelder). Sidwar imo has pro talent while Ashenfelder doesn't look D1. I have no clue what they see in Ashenfelder. He had a breakout sr year and threw 12 td to 7 int lol and has a mediocre arm. He's short and not a true dual threat for D1. To me he's Evan Simon with a worse HS career. Perhaps he's a good team guy and scout team prospect? Also, Chase Linton and the RB Forster were tough decommits. We got nothing at RB really. Kid from Somerville who seems average and a nothing TE.

But overall a great class on top of a good class last season. Let's hope we hit the portal for LT, D-Line, and d-back. I apologize if I spelled names wrong and for the lengthy rant, I'm just passionate about recruiting. Cheers.

Edit: I did not mean to disrespect Terrell Mitchell from Somerville. It's just that he wasn't known before his sr year and on paper he's not one of the higher ranked guys and quite frankly I've only seen a bit of tape bc of it. However, he had a monster year and Rutgers does exceptionally well with RBs of his body type and running style. Perhaps he proves the better back to Forster.

Edit: Ppl are fearful of depth at d-back but I forgot to mention Antonio White was also highly touted last year. Some thought White was a 4* and equal to Kaj in HS so perhaps he develops as well. Personally I worry more about corner than safety. Kaj came in and balled at safety but freshman CB is a lot tougher. I can't see any of the Frosh CBs doing what Kaj did but I can see Hayer rotating in especially considering he's our best recruit according to some and ranked just as high as Kaj was.

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signee videos could be found on Rutgers Football official twitter/x account: https://x.com/RFootball

Greg's press conference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kL1xQdxqWl0

Any clues? I am wondering if Michigan over Ohio changes things.

Sure hope we can win today. I remember Rutgers beat Michigan State 30 years or so ago and that was a big deal. I should look it up

I just bought a dylan harper jersey and im just curious when it will arrive

After the Notre Dame "win" Pike looked shook. He spoke with such little confidence and when Dillon said "bottom line (against Alabama) we're gonna play Rutgers basketball" it felt like a joke. What even is RU basketball anymore? Bad defense, awful rebounding, and iso ball?

Pike sold his soul for five stars. This team is no better than the low talent over achievers of years past and might in fact be worse. Who's excited to watch Alabama score 90 and win by 25? I'd love to be excited for tonight but we struggled vs mid to low majors, lost to Kennesaw lol and honestly we're lucky to beat an average ND without the best player. This team isn't good. It's talented but it's not good. With Cliff we would've deserved the 24 ranking but tbh it's a joke we ever were ranked.

We can't rebound or defend and Pike's offensive system is atrocious. Love Pike but he lost himself chasing talent. He's too afraid to coach these future lottery picks. He's Steve Nash from the Nets. Ace has been awful recently. I'm not sure how Pike as a coach isn't focused on putting Ace is better spots, setting screens, cuts, posts. Ace stands there and does zip until he gets the ball then it's iso and a fadeaway. He should be in pick n roll/pop with Dillon. Taking it to the hoop.

It's clear that Ace was shook from his dreadful honecoming game were he literally blew it for RU and it's lingering. How are the guards out rebounding him? He's soft. Dillon is basically the team. Dillon has stones, he's smart, he's a Pike player. Williams and Derk are Pike guys but the rest are either soft or not capable. Ok the team is new and it's early but they haven't looked good once this year apart from stretches in the first game.

I honestly preferred watching rock fights with try hard kids than this. It's gross. We are a bubble team. If we beat Bama I'll eat my words but the team needed a center. It didn't need Acuff and Martini. I never understood the Acuff signing tbh. Was it a ploy to recruit his brother? We will get smashed in Big 10 play and Pike knows it. He knew Bama would slaughter us. He knows this team ain't it and this is what he wanted his whole career. Like Greg I honestly wonder if these solid coaches are meant to be more than over achievers with scrappy three star kids. I don't believe either will break through. Disappointing year for RU.

How are they? i'm still not extremely deep into the Rutgers Football lore, still very new to College Football in general. Was at the Senior Walk on saturday, and was looking at the roster today, and noticed we have a LOT of seniors who are most likely leaving, which makes to wonder a couple questions.

1. is there a chance that some of those guys stay for graduate programs ? (is that even possible to begin with? how come Christian Dremel has been on the team for 6 years?)

2. How are the commits/recruits for the next coming years? (are they good/bad/decent?) are there any well known names that'll be committing to Rutgers Football?

3. Will Kaliakmanis be staying another season? i see he's a senior, and again idk if it's possible to get more than 4 years, so is it a possibility that he's staying another year?

4. for those who know a lot about football, do you guys think we can actually improve these next few years ? if Kaliakmanis leaves, do we have another decent QB ready to go? could this team improve despite the departure of some very important players ?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a13e5Ijbxc0

Why is that there ? it's cool but like is there a purpose for having a giant wall conveniently placed in front of the student section? Would it be crazy to say i think it's there to make field rushes harder ?😭 Not like we could ever do that much but especially yesterday thinking about rushing and seeing the police lined up, i feel like the wall would do a better job at making rushing harder

Anybody else completely shocked?

Blew it Schiano.

When: Saturday at noon EST

Where: SHI Stadium (Piscataway, N.J.)

TV: Fans will be able to watch the Rutgers vs Illinois game on Peacock. Andrew Siciliano will handle the play-by-play and will be accompanied by game analyst Michael Robinson. Caroline Pineda will provide insights as the sideline reporter.

Radio: You can catch the game on the RWJBarnabas Health Rutgers Sports Network (WFAN 101.9-FM/660-AM, Fox Sports New Jersey 93.5-FM/1450-AM, Sirius 161 or 195), as well as on the student-run radio station, WRSU 88.7-FM. The Rutgers radio team consists of Chris Carlin (play-by-play), Mike Teel and Eric LeGrand (analysts), and Anthony Fucilli (sideline).

https://247sports.com/college/rutgers/article/rutgers-vs-illinois-how-to-watch-tv-radio-live-thread-240180835/

Hey all!

Attending my first RU football game in over a decade tomorrow. I saw you can buy a parking space via the St George Church and park in one of their spaces, does anyone have experience doing so, and would you recommend?

I figured tomorrow will be quite crowded, so exploring my best options.

Ace Bailey says he likes it up here in Jersey OK, but he misses one big part of growing up in the South. 🧇 Guys, who’s gonna open a Waffle House in New Brunswick for Ace?

posted this on the Rutgers subreddit, but figured i'd post it here too so uhhh, i'm not a NB student, (Newark), but i'm still tryna go to the last home football game of the season. I'm assuming you're unable to transfer free student tickets from one account to another, but is it still possible to scan the student ticket via a screenshot of the qr code? Im seeing yes and no everyone from different places, Yes from recent accounts of going to games this year, and no from Rutgers websites, so ultimately, idk what to trust. Sounds cheap but i kinda just don't want to spend the $20 and if possible would like to just use my friend's free ticket 😭😭

Join Rutgers students and 20s-30s locals at Ugly Dumpling in Edison for a speed dating event on Tuesday, December 3rd from 3-5pm or 7-9pm. A boba, appetizer, and combo are included in your ticket.

RSVP Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bood-up-baod-up-meet-mingle-speed-date-tickets-1044352114287?aff=oddtdtcreator

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JlhDo6M2swo

#Last football home game of 2024

Hello, I am going to the game Saturday and have 105 row 2.

Am I able to bring my stadium seat cushion I have, and - would I even benefit- didn't some of the seats in the lower level already have backs?
Thanks in advance

Keep seeing this and I think it would be really cool to get something from there. Don't really know why it wouldnt be legit but this still new territory, at least for me so I'm unsure.

Edit: okay, thanks guys

Here's everything you need to know about how to watch, follow and listen to the game.

Kickoff: 6 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 16 at SECU Stadium in College Park, Maryland

TV: FOX Sports 1 – Chris Myers (play-by-play), Spencer Tillman (analyst)

Radio: Maryland Sports Radio Network, 105.7FM (Baltimore), 980AM (Washington, D.C.) – Johnny Holliday (play-by-play), Steve Suter (analyst), LaMont Jordan (sideline)

Live Stream: FOX Sports

Live Stats: Link

Betting Line: Maryland -5.5 (-215 ML), O/U 51.5, per FanDuel Sportsbook

https://247sports.com/college/maryland/article/preview-how-to-watch-maryland-football-vs-rutgers-terps-scarlet-knights-mike-locksley-greg-schiano-billy-edwards-tai-felton-kyle-monangai-athan-kaliakmanis-239719781/

My connect says technically the event hasnt been officially announced by MSG and ticketing is in the hands of madison square garden. But anybody have any insight? Trying to plan some shit lol