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Rutgers Rant

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Rutgers insider Brian Fonseca discusses the latest news and hot topics surrounding the team with host Steve Politi.

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Is there any hope for Rutgers basketball under Steve Pikiell? 15.12.2025 49:44

The Rutgers Rant is back to discuss the men's basketball team's loss to Seton Hall and whether there is hope moving forward under head coach Steve Pikiell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rutgers declines invite to Birmingham Bowl: Did Scarlet Knights make right choice? 08.12.2025 1:05:47

The Rutgers Rant is back to discuss the decision to decline an invitation to the Birmingham Bowl, the reasons for it and what it means. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After soul-crushing loss to Penn State, what's next for Rutgers football? 01.12.2025 1:04:14

The Rutgers Rant is back to recap the Scarlet Knights' season-ending loss to Penn State and what's next in a crucial offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rutgers loses heartbreaker to Penn State: Instant reaction 30.11.2025 34:10

The Rutgers Rant reacted live to a heartbreaking loss to Penn State. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will Rutgers upset Penn State in biggest game of Greg Schiano's 2nd stint? Plus: How bad can things get for hoops? 25.11.2025 53:59

The Rutgers Rant is back to preview the Scarlet Knights' season finale with Penn State and recap the men's basketball team's rough weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rutgers stunned by Central Connecticut State: Postgame show 22.11.2025 39:48

We react to Rutgers getting upset by Central Connecticut State. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Previewing Rutgers-Ohio State, the 'most important tune-up game in school history' 19.11.2025 57:42

The Rutgers Rant is back to preview the football program's game against No. 1 Ohio State and recap the basketball team's 4-0 start to the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Pikiell on his 2025-26 Rutgers team, new GM, smashing phones and more 13.11.2025 51:04

Rutgers coach Steve Pikiell joins the show to talk about his 2025-26 Scarlet Knights, new general manager Rob Sullivan's responsibilities, where the program stands in his 10th year in charge and more. Read our reporting at NJ.com/Rutgers, join our Discord community (discord.gg/fbVDPPA3uW) to interact with us and other Scarlet Knight fans and follow us on Twitter (@RutgersRant) for the latest updat...

With Maryland win, Rutgers sets up all-time opportunity against Penn State 10.11.2025 53:19

The Rutgers Rant is back to discuss the Scarlet Knights' win over Maryland and how it sets up an incredible opportunity in their season finale against Penn State. Read our reporting at NJ.com/Rutgers, join our Discord community (discord.gg/fbVDPPA3uW) to interact with us and other Scarlet Knight fans and follow us on Twitter (@RutgersRant) for the latest updates on the show. Learn more about your...

Can Rutgers beat budding rival Maryland to keep bowl hopes alive? 06.11.2025 57:09

The Rutgers Rant is back to preview the Scarlet Knights' home game against Maryland on Saturday. We also interview Rutgers radio play-by-play announcer Chris Carlin. Read our reporting at NJ.com/Rutgers, join our Discord community (discord.gg/fbVDPPA3uW) to interact with us and other Scarlet Knight fans and follow us on Twitter (@RutgersRant) for the latest updates on the show. Learn more about yo...

Rutgers hoops beats Rider to open 2025-26 season: Postgame live show 06.11.2025 24:20

The Rutgers Rant recapped the Scarlet Knights' season-opening win over Rider on Wednesday. Read our reporting at NJ.com/Rutgers, join our Discord community (discord.gg/fbVDPPA3uW) to interact with us and other Scarlet Knight fans, follow us on Twitter (@RutgersRant) for the latest updates on the show and subscribe to our YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/@RutgersRant) to watch all of our po...

Rutgers basketball 2025-26 preview: Can Scarlet Knights surpass low expectations? 04.11.2025 1:07:31

The Rutgers Rant is back to preview the 2025-26 Rutgers basketball season. Read our reporting at NJ.com/Rutgers, join our Discord community (discord.gg/fbVDPPA3uW) to interact with us and other Scarlet Knight fans and follow us on Twitter (@RutgersRant) for the latest updates on the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After latest blowout loss, Rutgers looks like 1 of worst teams in college football 03.11.2025 49:58

The Rutgers Rant is back to discuss the blowout loss the Scarlet Knights suffered against the Illini (6-3, 3-3), what went wrong on both sides of the ball in what was an overall bad performance for head coach Greg Schiano’s team and why it feels like the athletic department has regressed to the early days in the Big Ten. Read our reporting at NJ.com/Rutgers, join our Discord community (discord.gg/...

Can Rutgers get revenge against Illinois, earn 2nd straight win? Plus: Scott Goodale! 30.10.2025 47:50

The Rutgers Rant is back to preview the Scarlet Knights' road game against Illinois. Read our reporting at NJ.com/Rutgers, join our Discord community (discord.gg/fbVDPPA3uW) to interact with us and other Scarlet Knight fans and follow us on Twitter (@RutgersRant) for the latest updates on the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can Rutgers turn season around after crucial Purdue win? 27.10.2025 52:28

The Rutgers Rant is back to recap the Scarlet Knights' crucial win over Purdue, discuss wide receiver KJ Duff's breakout game and debate how much improvement the defense showed. Read our reporting at NJ.com/Rutgers, join our Discord community (discord.gg/fbVDPPA3uW) to interact with us and other Scarlet Knight fans and follow us on Twitter (@RutgersRant) for the latest updates on the show. Learn m...

Will defensive changes be enough for Rutgers to beat Purdue, snap long losing streak? 23.10.2025 57:59

The Rutgers Rant is back to preview the Scarlet Knights' road game against Purdue. We welcome Julian Pinnix-Odrick, who played at Rutgers between 2012 and 2016 and currently serves as an analyst for the program's radio broadcast, as our guest picker. Read our reporting at NJ.com/Rutgers, join our Discord community (discord.gg/fbVDPPA3uW) to interact with us and other Scarlet Knight fans and follow...

Should Greg Schiano fire DC Robb Smith after Oregon debacle? 20.10.2025 56:59

The Rutgers Rant is back to discuss the situation of the Scarlet Knights defense, their disastrous performance against Oregon and why they’ve struggled so much. We also look at potential solutions and more big-picture thoughts on the program in the sixth season of Schiano’s second stint. Read our reporting at NJ.com/Rutgers, join our Discord community (discord.gg/fbVDPPA3uW) to interact with us an...

Can Rutgers upset Oregon on Homecoming? Plus: Greg Schiano's revealing NIL comments 16.10.2025 53:14

The Rutgers Rant is back to preview the Scarlet Knights' Homecoming game with No. 8 Oregon, discuss head coach Greg Schiano's revealing comments on the department's previous NIL efforts and more. Read our reporting at NJ.com/Rutgers, join our Discord community (discord.gg/fbVDPPA3uW) to interact with us and other Scarlet Knight fans and follow us on Twitter (@RutgersRant) for the latest updates on...

Will Rutgers win another game this season? 13.10.2025 45:02

The Rutgers Rant recaps the Scarlet Knights' loss to Washington, looks ahead at the final six games of the 2025 season and discusses Penn State's decision to fire coach James Franklin. Read our reporting at NJ.com/Rutgers, join our Discord community (discord.gg/fbVDPPA3uW) to interact with us and other Scarlet Knight fans and follow us on Twitter (@RutgersRant) for the latest updates on the show....

Will Rutgers bounce back after bye week with win over Washington? 07.10.2025 1:03:59

The Rutgers Rant is back to preview the Scarlet Knights' meeting with Washington in Seattle on Friday. We do so alongside program legend Eric LeGrand, who shares his prediction for the game and the latest on his business venture that is now collaborating with his alma mater. Read our reporting at NJ.com/Rutgers, join our Discord community (discord.gg/fbVDPPA3uW) to interact with us and other Scarl...

Can Rutgers salvage 2025 season after 0-2 Big Ten start? 30.09.2025 44:33

The Rutgers Rant is back to recap the Scarlet Knights' loss to Minnesota and look ahead to what they need to fix in the bye week to straighten out their 2025 season outlook. We also share the tragic news of our colleague Todderick Hunt's death while remembering what made him a beloved member of the Rutgers and New Jersey football communities. Read our reporting at NJ.com/Rutgers, join our Discord...

As Athan Kaliakmanis returns to former home, will Rutgers bounce back against Minnesota? 25.09.2025 56:07

The Rutgers Rant is back to predict the Scarlet Knights' first road game of the season at Minnesota. Read our reporting at NJ.com/Rutgers, join our Discord community (discord.gg/fbVDPPA3uW) to interact with us and other Scarlet Knight fans and follow us on Twitter (@RutgersRant) for the latest updates on the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How does missed opportunity vs. Iowa impact season outlook for Rutgers? 20.09.2025 38:10

The Rutgers Rant is back to recap the Scarlet Knights' 38-28 loss to Iowa on Friday night. Read our reporting at NJ.com/Rutgers, join our Discord community (discord.gg/fbVDPPA3uW) to interact with us and other Scarlet Knight fans and follow us on Twitter (@RutgersRant) for the latest updates on the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will Rutgers break through vs. Iowa? 18.09.2025 54:19

The Rutgers Rant is back to preview the Scarlet Knights' Big Ten opener against Iowa. We welcome a former Scarlet Knight as our first guest picker, a segment we expect to continue through the rest of the football season. Read our reporting at NJ.com/Rutgers, join our Discord community (discord.gg/fbVDPPA3uW) to interact with us and other Scarlet Knight fans and follow us on Twitter (@RutgersRant)...

Is Rutgers ready for Big Ten play? 15.09.2025 45:12

The Rutgers Rant is back to recap the Scarlet Knights' win over Norfolk State and look at whether they are ready for Big Ten play. Read our reporting at NJ.com/Rutgers, join our Discord community (discord.gg/fbVDPPA3uW) to interact with us and other Scarlet Knight fans and follow us on Twitter (@RutgersRant) for the latest updates on the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...