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Anthony Colandrea passes for two TDs, runs for one in
Nebraska beat Rutgers 31-0 in Piscataway on Saturday, with quarterback Anthony Colandrea throwing for two touchdowns and running for another. The Cornhuskers improved to 6-4 and kept their postseason hopes alive, ending…
Tom Shatel's 3 takes on Rutgers win and bowls
Nebraska defeated Rutgers 31-0, and columnist Tom Shatel shared three takeaways from the game and its implications for the teams’ bowl prospects. The shutout win was the central result, with Shatel’s analysis focusing…
Just: A commitment to the run, a strong opening drive and Caleb Benning's big play
Nebraska beat Rutgers 31-0 in Piscataway, New Jersey, earning its first conference shutout since joining the Big Ten. It was also the program’s first shutout in league play, regardless of conference affiliation, since…
Rutgers shut out by Nebraska in front of half-empty crowd as nightmare season continues
Rutgers was shut out by Nebraska as its difficult season continued. The loss came before a half-empty crowd, adding another disappointing result for the Scarlet Knights.
Nebraska shuts out Rutgers, secures bowl eligibility
Nebraska beat Rutgers 31-0 in Piscataway on Saturday, ending a four-game losing streak and securing bowl eligibility. Quarterback Anthony Colandrea accounted for three touchdowns, while freshman Jamal Rule rushed for…
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Nebraska puts it all together in easy 31-0 victory over Rutgers
Nebraska beat Rutgers 31-0 in Piscataway on Saturday, earning its first Big Ten shutout and ending a four-game losing streak. Quarterback Anthony Colandrea threw two touchdown passes and ran for another score as the…
Husker Report Card: Grading Nebraska's performance at Rutgers
Nebraska’s football performance against Rutgers on Saturday is being assessed in the latest Husker Report Card by Omaha World-Herald sports editor Sam McKewon. The review grades the team’s play across several areas…
Huskers seek bowl eligibility in New Jersey
Nebraska visits Rutgers in Piscataway seeking a win that would secure bowl eligibility for a third straight season and end a losing streak. The 5-4 Cornhuskers face a 2-7 Rutgers team with an injury-hit offense, while…
How to Watch Nebraska vs. Rutgers: TV Channel, Live Stream, Time
Nebraska visits Rutgers at SHI Stadium in Piscataway on Saturday, Nov. 14, with kickoff at 12:30 p.m. ET on Big Ten Network. The Cornhuskers opened the season 5-0 but have lost four straight and need a win to become…
Shatel: Nebraska's football game at Rutgers is the very definition of 'must win'
Nebraska faces Rutgers in a game columnist Tom Shatel calls a must-win for the Cornhuskers. He argues that a loss would be especially damaging as the team struggles to establish an identity and will be without key…
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Huskers make it to New Jersey for Rutgers game
The Nebraska football team reached New Jersey on Friday ahead of Saturday’s game against Rutgers, despite a nationwide FAA ground stop that disrupted travel. Nebraska Athletics confirmed the team had landed before the…
Rutgers basketball aced its early season dress rehearsal. Next up: 1st real test.
Rutgers basketball passed an early-season tune-up, giving the team a strong start before a more demanding test ahead. The Scarlet Knights’ performance in the dress rehearsal offered an encouraging look at the squad, but…
Rutgers pulls away from Bryant behind Christian Gurdak
Christian Gurdak scored 20 points and grabbed 14 rebounds as Rutgers beat Bryant 72-51 on Friday evening in Piscataway. Jamichael Davis added 18 points for the Scarlet Knights, who outscored Bryant 37-20 in the second…
Christian Gurdak, Jamichael Davis spark Rutgers to 72-51 victory over Bryant
Christian Gurdak delivered a career-high 20 points and 14 rebounds, while Jamichael Davis contributed 18 points off the bench to lead the Rutgers Scarlet Knights to a 72-51 victory over Bryant on Friday night. Despite a…
How to watch Nebraska football vs. Rutgers
Nebraska travels to face Rutgers on Saturday, seeking to end a four-game losing streak after starting the season 5-0. The Cornhuskers’ latest loss was 24-13 at Illinois, while Rutgers enters the matchup at 2-7 overall…
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Nebraska puts woeful offense up against Rutgers in battle of skidding teams
Nebraska visits Rutgers on Saturday as both teams try to end losing streaks. The Cornhuskers have lost four straight, and coach Matt Rhule fired offensive coordinator Dana Holgorsen, assigning quarterbacks coach Glenn…
Rutgers eager to push tempo vs. Bryant
Rutgers will host Bryant in Piscataway on Friday as the unbeaten Scarlet Knights look to sustain their fast start and high-scoring form. Rutgers is 2-0 after scoring 101 points against NJIT, with five players averaging…
Nebraska Gets More Bad News Before Crucial Rutgers Matchup
Nebraska will be without three defensive starters for Saturday’s game at Rutgers, adding to the challenge of ending a four-game losing streak. Linebacker Owen Chambliss and cornerback Andrew Marshall are listed as out…
Rutgers-Nebraska picks, predictions: Can Scarlet Knights get 1st win over Cornhuskers?
Rutgers will face Nebraska in a college football matchup, with the Scarlet Knights seeking their first-ever win over the Cornhuskers. The preview weighs the teams’ chances and offers picks and predictions ahead of the…
Everything you need to know about Rutgers
Nebraska is preparing to face Rutgers in New Jersey on Saturday, and the scouting preview outlines the Scarlet Knights’ offensive and defensive statistics. The matchup comes as Nebraska works through offensive…
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Rutgers Lose Star Player to Brutal Season-Ending Injury
Rutgers wide receiver KJ Duff will miss the rest of the 2026 season after undergoing surgery for a high-ankle injury, ESPN’s Pete Thamel reported. Duff is expected to resume football activities in January. He played…
Rutgers WR KJ Duff Done For Season; Likely Headed For Draft
Rutgers wide receiver KJ Duff will miss the rest of the season after undergoing surgery this week for a high ankle injury, ESPN’s Pete Thamel reported. Duff had 45 catches for 774 yards and nine touchdowns in eight…
Rutgers' star WR KJ Duff's next stop will be 2027 NFL Draft
Rutgers wide receiver KJ Duff underwent season-ending surgery this week for a high ankle injury and will miss the rest of the season. He is expected to resume football activities in January and is likely to enter the…
Two Blackshirts ruled out of Nebraska's game at Rutgers
Nebraska will be without starting linebacker Owen Chambliss and top cornerback Andrew Marshall for Saturday’s game at Rutgers, according to the Big Ten availability report released Wednesday night. Rutgers receiver Ian…
Rutgers might be without its top 2 quarterbacks, multiple starters against Nebraska
Rutgers University faces a significant challenge ahead of its upcoming matchup against Nebraska, as the team may be forced to play without its top two quarterbacks. In addition to the potential absence of their primary…
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Projected 1st-Round NFL Draft Pick KJ Duff Out for Season
Rutgers wide receiver KJ Duff underwent ankle surgery this week and will miss the rest of the college football season, ESPN reported. The junior has 45 catches for 774 yards and nine touchdowns in eight games. He is…
Greg Schiano returning to Rutgers next season despite 2-7 record this year
Rutgers announced Tuesday that Greg Schiano will return as head football coach next season, despite the team’s 2-7 record. Schiano is the winningest coach in program history, but Rutgers is set to miss a bowl game for a…
Rutgers dispatches another low-major, continues to take care of business early in season
Rutgers continued its strong start to the college basketball season, defeating another lower-division opponent and taking care of business early in its schedule. The win adds to the Scarlet Knights’ opening stretch as…
Rutgers pulls away early, cruises past NJIT
Rutgers defeated visiting NJIT 101-64 in Piscataway, pulling ahead midway through the first half and maintaining a double-digit lead for most of the game. Tariq Francis and Lino Mark scored 17 points apiece, while Mark…