Rutgers QB competition tightens after first training camp scrimmage
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 2:57 AM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Rutgers held its first scrimmage of training camp on Saturday, with AJ Surace and Dylan Lonergan both performing well, according to head coach Greg Schiano. The quarterback battle remains ongoing as neither player has emerged as the clear favorite. Schiano plans to review scrimmage tape and meet with his staff to determine the next steps, stating a decision will be made if enough separation develops. Young receivers and other position players showed promise during the scrimmage, contributing to the team’s overall performance.
- •Rutgers scrimmaged at SHI Stadium on Saturday.
- •AJ Surace and Dylan Lonergan split reps during the scrimmage.
- •Young receivers Jourdin Houston and Vernon Allen III impressed coaches.
- •Sean Allison and running backs Clay Thevenin and Ja'Shon Benjamins stood out defensively.
- •Greg Schiano will review scrimmage footage for further evaluation.
- 2:57 AMYahoo Sports — Where does Rutgers QB battle stand at midpoint of training camp? What Greg Schiano said after 1st scrimmage
"Rutgers held its first scrimmage of training camp on Saturday. Here is what Greg Schiano said about it.
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