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KJ Duff shines in Rutgers' loss to USC, drawing NFL interest

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 5:53 AM

Last updated Sep 20, 2026

KJ Duff shines in Rutgers' loss to USC, drawing NFL interest

Summary

Rutgers football lost to USC 42-35 in Week 3, with significant performances highlighting the game. KJ Duff, a 6-foot-6 wide receiver, made a notable impact with 7 catches for 86 yards and a touchdown. Quarterback Dylan Lonergan also returned from injury, passing for 253 yards and three touchdowns. Although the team fell short, coach Greg Schiano's squad demonstrated strong offensive potential. Upcoming, Rutgers will face Howard on September 25.

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•KJ Duff recorded 7 catches for 86 yards and a touchdown against USC.
•Dylan Lonergan returned, passing for 253 yards and three touchdowns.
•Rutgers fell to USC with a final score of 42-35.
•Rutgers will host Howard on September 25.

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5:53 AMYahoo Sports — Rutgers football news: KJ Duff drawing NFL interest for big start to 2026

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Coach Greg Schiano, on the hot seat ahead of Week 3 , led his Rutgers football team against USC football in Week 3 but came up short in a 42-35 loss that had several silver linings. The game started with good news as previously injured QB Dylan Lonergan was able to play and continued as the KJ Duff-led passing game sizzled vs. Lincoln Riley’s team. […] The post Rutgers football news: KJ Duff drawing NFL interest for big start to 2026 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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