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Rutgers prepares for Michigan Football with key staff changes

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Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Rutgers prepares for Michigan Football with key staff changes

Summary

Rutgers Scarlet Knights, led by Greg Schiano, gear up for the 2026 football season amidst a coaching overhaul. Following a disappointing 5-7 finish in 2025, the team aims for improvement, particularly on defense, after ranking last in the Big Ten. Antwan Raymond and K.J. Duff return as top offensive players. The Scarlet Knights will seek a new quarterback with Athan Kaliakmanis departing after contributing significantly last season. As the team prepares, attention is on the added experience of defensive coordinator Travis Johansen and the performance of new transfers.

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Status Watch

•Rutgers finished 5-7 in 2025, ranking 14th in the Big Ten.
•Key departures include QB Athan Kaliakmanis and RB Ian Strong.
•Antwan Raymond returns after a strong season with 1,241 rushing yards.
•Travis Johansen is the new defensive coordinator for Rutgers.
•Team seeks improvement with significant adjustments on defense.

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Next up in our Michigan Football 2026 opponent preview series, we travel east to catch up with Greg Schiano and the Rutgers Scarlet Knights:
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