KJ Duff and Antwan Raymond discuss returns at Big Ten Media Days
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 9:29 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
At Big Ten Media Days on July 28, Rutgers players KJ Duff and Antwan Raymond discussed their decisions to return for the 2026 season. Duff shared his excitement, recalling the announcement made during a basketball game against Ohio State. Raymond emphasized his desire to improve the team's performance, stating there was unfinished business. Both players chose to stay with Rutgers despite opportunities in the transfer portal, highlighting strong relationships with the coaching staff. The Scarlet Knights aim to get back on track after a 5-7 season last year and missed bowl eligibility.
- •KJ Duff announced his return during a basketball game vs Ohio State.
- •Antwan Raymond expressed a commitment to improve team performance.
- •Both players opted to remain at Rutgers instead of entering the transfer portal.
- •Rutgers finished last season with a 5-7 record and missed bowl play.
- •Strengthening relationships with players is crucial in the NIL era.
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"Relationships with coaches still matters in world of NIL.
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