John Otterstedt

Scarlet Nation Podcast

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The Scarlet Nation podcast explores the world of Rutgers athletics, with a focus on Scarlet Knight football, basketball, and recruiting. It is hosted by Scarlet Nation publisher, John Otterstedt, as well as long time beat writer, Bobby Deren. Guests include current and former players, high school and college coaches, as well as members of the Scarlet Nation message board community.

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John Otterstedt

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Sports

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247sports.com

Latest episode

Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 63: To play B1G football, or not to play? 19.08.2020

The big question on everyone's minds is: "Will there be a B1G football season?" In our latest Scarlet Nation Podcast, we explore this question and discuss the positives and negatives of playing in the spring and fall. 

Episode 62: The Supersized Rutgers Recruiting Episode! 01.08.2020

As July fades into August, it is time to look at the past, present and future of Rutgers recruiting. Bobby Deren and Shawn Brown give you an inside glimpse at how Greg Schiano's staff is building for the future. 

Episode 61: Rutgers Football - No Rest for Schiano and Staff 29.05.2020

Bobby Deren and Shawn Brown chat about the world of Rutgers football, with emphasis on the wild world of recruiting. Rutgers is making a splash on the national scene in Greg Schiano's first year back in Piscataway. 

Episode 60: Rutgers football - Recruiting in Quarantine 22.04.2020

In our latest Scarlet Nation Podcast, Bobby Deren and Shawn Brown explore how Greg Schiano and his Rutgers football program are navigating the recruiting waters in the midst of a quarantine. How is the recruiting class shaping up, and what can fans expect in the coming months?

Episode 59: Rutgers Hoops 2021-21 Preview! 16.04.2020

It is never too early to look at the upcoming Rutgers basketball season. In today's podcast, Bobby Deren and John Otterstedt look at the 2020-21 season from all angles. Which players are coming in? What type of impact can they make? What can we expect from the returning players?

Episode 58: Rutgers recruiting kicks off in a big way under Schiano 20.03.2020

Greg Schiano is picking up right where he left off. Rutgers finished in the recruiting top 25 during Schiano's last season at the helm, and the Scarlet Knights appear to be headed in the same direction now that he is back in charge. In our latest podcast, Dohn and Deren talk about Schiano's latest recruiting efforts. 

Episode 57: Rutgers Recruiting Special 23.01.2020

With the February signing day on the horizon, there's a lot to talk about in the world of Rutgers football recruiting. Bobby Deren and Shawn Brown break it all down! 

Episode 56: Signing Day Recap + Some Overall Recruiting Insights 19.12.2019

The first of two signing periods began today, and this evening we are looking back at the whirlwind recruiting process that led to today's Rutgers football signing day. It's a neat little look behind the scenes into the world of Rutgers recruiting! Music from https://filmmusic.io "Hitman" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/lice...

Episode 55: Greg Schiano and staff EXPLODE onto the recruiting landscape! 12.12.2019

Greg Schiano, Nunzio Campanile, Fran Brown, Rick Mantz and the other Rutgers staff members seem to be all over the place lately, and the results have been impressive. A recruiting class that was once considered a lost cause is starting to rebound, and today's Scarlet Nation Podcast gives his assessment of their efforts. 

Episode 54: Greg Schiano, the press conference, and the future 05.12.2019

In our latest podcast, Dohn and Deren bring you even more talk about Greg Schiano direct from the university following Schiano's introductory press conference. Hear what they have to say about the press conference and the new Rutgers coach. 

Episode 53: The Welcome Back Greg Schiano Episode 02.12.2019

Greg Schiano is your new Rutgers football coach, and Bobby welcomes Brian Dohn to the podcast to break it down from different angles. Dohn never holds back, so get ready for another Scarlet Nation podcast!  Also, if you aren't a Scarlet Nation subscriber, you are missing out on an opportunity to get a front row seat as Schiano rebuilds the Rutgers football program. For Cyber Monday, we are of...

Dohn and Deren recap the Schiano situation 26.11.2019

Brian Dohn and Bobby Deren take some time to give their thoughts on the Rutgers situation in the wake of talks breaking off between the university and Greg Schiano. 

Bobby Deren is interviewed by WRSU 26.11.2019

Scarlet Nation editor Bobby Deren was interviewed by Rutgers student radio station WRSU today. Check out what he had to say! 

Episode 50: Breaking down the Schiano news 25.11.2019

To say that Rutgers fans were shocked when they heard that Greg Schiano and Rutgers parted ways would be an understatement. In the aftermath of the announcement, John and Bobby hopped on the phone and shared some of their thoughts on the situation. 

Episode 49: The hunt for a new Rutgers head football coach begins 30.09.2019

In our first podcast since today's firing of Chris Ash, we are taking a look at a long list of candidates who might garner consideration. The discussion only focuses on candidates with head coaching experience, though others might be considered who have yet to hold the top spot in a program. Among the many coaches that we discuss are Greg Schiano, Joe Moorhead, Lance Leiopold, and Todd Monken...

Episode 48: Bobby and Brian look back at UMASS and a head to Iowa 05.09.2019

In our latest Scarlet Nation Podcast, Brian and Bobby look back at Rutgers' 48-21 victory over UMASS while looking ahead to this weekend's matchup against nationally ranked Iowa. Of course, they take a detour or two into the world of recruiting and more! 

Episode 47: Bobby talks to Rutgers AD Pat Hobbs 03.09.2019

In our latest podcast, Bobby Deren talks to Rutgers Athletic Director Pat Hobbs. They discuss the big win against UMASS, his thoughts on the rebuilding process, facility upgrades and much more! 

Episode 46: Rutgers 2019 Season Preview Show 29.08.2019

Bobby Deren chats it up with 247Sports.com national recruiting analyst, Brian Dohn, about the 2019 Rutgers football season. Dohn is the former Rutgers publisher for Scout.com, as well as a Rutgers graduate. With all of the hats that he has worn, Dohn has a unique perspective on the Rutgers football program. 

Episode 45: The Rutgers depth chart crystal ball 27.08.2019

Bobby Deren is flying solo in today's edition of the Scarlet Nation Podcast. Since Rutgers didn't provide the media with a depth chart this week, he decided to look into his crystal ball and come up with his own. Check out his predictions, and feel free to roast him on the message board if he is wrong on Friday! 

Episode 44: Countdown to Rutgers vs UMASS 22.08.2019

Chris Ash's Rutgers squad is working its way towards the opening kickoff on August 30th. In our first podcast of the season, Bobby Deren shares his observations from camp. How is the team looking? What is going on with the quarterback position? Who is standing out? How does the schedule look? 

Episode 43: A look back and ahead at Rutgers wrestling 02.04.2019

How did Rutgers wrestling get to where it is right now? And how does that bode for the future of the program? We are talking to our resident wrestling expert, Mike Abromitis, better known as Abro on the ScarletNation.com message board. Mike loves the sport of wrestling, and you can't help but be excited about the future of the program when you hear him talk about it! 

Episode 42: Taking the temperature of Rutgers football recruiting 28.02.2019

Another recruiting season has recently ended, and a new one has begun. In our latest podcast, Shawn Brown looks back at how Rutgers closed its 2019 recruiting class and provides a glimpse at some of the talent that was on-hand for the team's recent Junior Day. 

Episode 41: Talking football and a bit of hoops 03.01.2019

In our latest Scarlet Nation podcast, we are running down some hot topics in Rutgers football and beyond. We also touch on the Rutgers basketball program as it hits the meat of the Big 10 schedule. 

Episode 40: Shawn Brown looks back at the early signing period 27.12.2018

This is our second look at the early signing period. This time we are talking to Shawn Brown, one of the region's most respected recruiting analysts. Shawn offers his insight not only into the class, but also the manner in which it came together. 

Episode 39: A look back at the early signing period in Rutgers football 22.12.2018

The early signing period has come to a conclusion, and Rutgers definitely pulled some surprises in December. Who did they reel in? What does it mean for the future of Rutgers football? And what can we expect in the coming weeks?

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