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Rutgers faces USC in challenging matchup amid 2006 nostalgia

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 11:25 PM

Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Rutgers faces USC in challenging matchup amid 2006 nostalgia
Summary

Rutgers football hosted 12th-ranked USC on September 19, 2026, looking to revive the spirit of its celebrated 2006 team. Despite a thrilling fake punt that set up a touchdown, Rutgers remains winless at 0-3. The team's efforts were overshadowed by the reality of a starkly different collegiate football compared to 2006. The presence of several 2006 alumni highlighted the nostalgia but underscored the challenges facing the current program. Head coach Greg Schiano's squad is striving for improvement as they push through the early season.

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  • •Rutgers falls to 0-3 after the game against USC.
  • •A dramatic fake punt led to a touchdown for Rutgers.
  • •The 2006 alumni were honored during the game.
  • •Rutgers faces growing challenges in today's college football environment.
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  • 11:25 PMYahoo Sports — Rutgers football can't channel 2006 magic vs. USC
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With the beloved 2006 team in attendance and a brilliant fake punt spicing it up, Rutgers football still fell to 0-3. That magic ain't coming back.

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