Greg Schiano ranks 14th among Big Ten head coaches as Rutgers struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 7:28 PM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Greg Schiano has been ranked 14th out of 18 Big Ten coaches by Paul Myerberg of USA Today as he enters his seventh year in his second stint at Rutgers. Concerns have risen over his ability to make Rutgers a consistent bowl team following a lack of success since returning in 2020. Despite a strong historical record during his first term, his current tenure has not yet produced significant results. The rankings are topped by Curt Cignetti of Indiana, followed by Ryan Day and Dan Lanning.
- •Schiano has not secured a bowl appearance since 2020.
- •Rutgers is in its seventh year under Schiano's second tenure.
- •Myerberg's rankings list Schiano two spots above Barry Odom and Mike Locksley.
- •Curt Cignetti ranked first after leading Indiana to a National Championship.
- •The ranking highlights Schiano's challenges in a competitive conference.
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"Schiano’s seat could be heating up if Rutgers does not take a step forward.
"Leipold received a poor ranking heading into the 2026 season.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 16, 2026, 9:00 PMWhere does Lance Leipold rank among Big 12 head coaches?
Leipold received a poor ranking heading into the 2026 season.
- Yahoo SportsJul 16, 2026, 7:28 PMWhere does Greg Schiano rank among Big Ten head coaches?
Schiano’s seat could be heating up if Rutgers does not take a step forward.
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