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Rutgers football continues quarterback competition as training camp approaches

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 3:42 PM

Last updated Jul 28, 2026

Rutgers football continues quarterback competition as training camp approaches

Summary

Rutgers football head coach Greg Schiano confirmed that Dylan Lonergan and AJ Surace will continue competing for the starting quarterback position as training camp opens next week. Schiano expressed confidence in the abilities of both candidates and noted significant improvements in Sean Ashenfelder. He emphasized the need to reach a decision but stated that it would not take too long. Lonergan, who has prior experience at Alabama, joined Rutgers from Boston College, while Surace has been with the program for two years and is eager to embrace the competition.

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By the Numbers

•Training camp for Rutgers football begins next week.
•Dylan Lonergan and AJ Surace are competing for the starting job.
•Greg Schiano feels confident in the quarterback competition.
•Lonergan comes from Boston College and has Alabama experience.
•Surace has been praised for his preparedness and performance.

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Dylan Lonergan and AJ Surace will continue competing for the starting quarterback job once Rutgers football opens training camp opens next week.
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