Rutgers hosts Michigan with quarterback changes ahead of Halloween game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 12:17 AM
Last updated Oct 29, 2026
Rutgers Scarlet Knights will host the Michigan Wolverines at SHI Stadium on October 31 at 12:30. Both teams enter the matchup following losses, with Rutgers falling 42-14 to No. 24 Northwestern and Michigan losing 13-6 in overtime to No. 6 Indiana. Rutgers will start a new quarterback due to an injury to Dylan Lonergan, while Michigan has benched Bryce Underwood in favor of Tommy Carr. The Knights' top wide receiver KJ Duff is doubtful for the game due to an undisclosed injury, potentially complicating their offensive efforts against Michigan's strong defense.
- •Rutgers lost 42-14 to Northwestern in their last game.
- •Michigan lost 13-6 in overtime to Indiana.
- •Dylan Lonergan is out for Rutgers; no official starter named.
- •Tommy Carr set to start for Michigan after Underwood's benching.
- •KJ Duff listed as doubtful for Rutgers due to injury.
- 12:17 AMYahoo Sports — Rutgers Football vs Michigan Halloween Game Week Preview
"Rutgers to face Michigan without Lonergan, Duff doubtful to play.
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