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Rutgers football to face Northwestern on Oct. 24 at Ryan Field

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 2:05 AM

Last updated Oct 13, 2026

Rutgers football to face Northwestern on Oct. 24 at Ryan Field

Summary

Rutgers will take on Northwestern on October 24 at noon at the new Ryan Field. Northwestern's new stadium recently opened, hosting only its third game against the Scarlet Knights. Currently, Northwestern holds a 4-1 record and is ranked 25th in the AP Poll, while Rutgers sits at 1-4. Rutgers aims to improve its performance following a tough season, while Northwestern seeks to earn another victory over a struggling opponent. Both teams have games prior to this matchup, with Rutgers playing Maryland and Northwestern facing Michigan State.

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By the Numbers

•Game scheduled for October 24 at Ryan Field, noon start.
•Northwestern currently ranked 25th in the AP Poll.
•Rutgers has a 1-4 record heading into the game.
•Northwestern holds a 4-1 record, having lost only to Indiana.
•Both teams face opponents prior to their matchup.

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2:05 AMYahoo Sports — Game Time Set for Rutgers Football at Northwestern

What they're saying

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The game time for Rutgers’ matchup against Northwestern on Oct. 24 has been set, as the two teams are set to square off at noon that day at the new Ryan Field. Last month, the Wildcats finished building their new, state-of-the-art, $875 million stadium, with their upcoming matchup against the Scarlet Knights being only their […]
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