UMass defeats Rutgers in football at SHI Stadium

UMass secured a victory against Rutgers on September 3, 2026, at SHI Stadium in Piscataway, New Jersey. The Scarlet Knights opened the scoring with a touchdown pass from Dylan Lonergan to KJ Duff, but did not score again until the fourth quarter. Lonergan finished the game with three interceptions and one lost fumble, while the UMass defensive front pressured the Rutgers offensive line throughout the evening. Antwan Raymond struggled to gain momentum on the ground, totaling 42 rushing yards on 14 carries. KJ Duff recorded a team-high nine receptions for 196 yards and three touchdowns in the loss. The defeat marks an early-season setback for a Rutgers program that sought to build on its recent Big Ten performance.

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