Rutgers fans question Greg Schiano buyout following loss to UMass

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Rutgers fans question Greg Schiano buyout following loss to UMass
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Rutgers football coach Greg Schiano faces scrutiny following a home loss to UMass on Thursday night. As a 29.5-point favorite, the Scarlet Knights failed to secure a victory against a program that finished 0-12 during the previous season. Schiano acknowledged his responsibility for the team's performance, stating he did not have his roster ready to play. The loss prompted discussions regarding his contractual buyout, which is estimated to be approximately $18.5 million if he were dismissed at the end of November. Schiano remains under contract and expressed his commitment to turning the team's performance around. The program is scheduled to play a road game against Boston College on September 11.

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  • Rutgers lost to UMass on Thursday as a 29.5-point favorite.
  • The buyout for Greg Schiano is approximately $18.5 million if he is fired in November.
  • Schiano holds a 31-42 record during his second tenure with the team.
  • Rutgers travels to play Boston College on September 11.
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A home upset loss to UMass has Rutgers fans asking what it would cost the school to part ways with coach Greg Schiano.

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