The Scarlet Faithful

Aaron Breitman discusses the critical offensive shift that Steve Pikiell is clearly implementing, the early returns from the overseas trip including shooting 48 of 100 from behind the arc, the personnel on the current team and why a new focus on offense makes sense both now and in the future plus more.

Aaron Breitman discusses the positive comments from Schiano, the many question marks on offense, how good can the defense be, more Northwestern urgency and more.

Rutgers football has a legitimate chance to start the season at 4-1. It would give the program and fan base real hope into the month of October. This episode talks about the challenges to get there and why results from years past would make doing so this time around so meaningful to the fans.

Topics include the overseas trip to the Netherlands and Belgium, the non-conference schedule, key roster returnees and newcomers, expectations and more.

Aaron Breitman discusses the need for a safety valve in the passing game, the development of the right side of the offensive line, improved depth on the defensive line, steady results from the specialists and more production in both the coverage and return game on special teams.

This episode includes insight into Ace Bailey's decision to commit to Rutgers, Jaden Jones goes pro, updates on Rutgers basketball's trip overseas, Cape Cod League baseball, football will stream on Peacock and the fall season is about to begin for Rutgers athletics.

Aaron Breitman discusses the news that No. 10 recruit Trey McKenney is taking an official visit to Rutgers, reviews the other elite prospects they're in the mix for in the 2025 class, the importance of making sure 2024 isn't an outlier, the impact of Marlon Williamson and more.

A week a half into training camp and Schiano was more raw and to the point on assessing different aspects of the team than usual on Saturday. It was refreshing but also indicates there is a lot of work to be done to have a successful season.

Aaron Breitman discusses the analysis that was both optimistic and concerning on football from the BTN visit, as well as reactions to the men's basketball's exhibition win in Senegal on Thursday.

The points leader for Rutgers women's soccer last season discusses the lessons learned from last year's disappointing end, the strong culture within the program, the impact of three-time All Big East transfer Gia Vicari on this year's roster, having alums in the World Cup, working to achieve their goal of winning championships and more.

Aaron Breitman discusses the recent Big Ten expansion, the increase in competition across multiple sports, the challenges with scheduling and travel, the benefits of recruiting, an increased revenue share, more stability and why Rutgers hasn't reached its full potential as an athletic department yet but that the future is bright.

With the program heading overseas and the roster now complete, here is a full rundown of the unprecedented offseason for the program and why the future is bright despite the roller coaster ride over the past few months.

Aaron Breitman details the roster for Rutgers men's basketball now that all 13 scholarships have been filled, explains why this team will be different, what specific skill set Austin Williams brings that no one else has, the outlook for the rotation, the job Steve Pikiell did handling the offseason and much more.

Episode No. 128 includes a full roster review, non-conference schedule, how the program looks to sustain success by building off of last season's Big Ten Tournament title and NCAA Tournament berth, the value of having Alexi Lalas and Carli Lloyd as alums & much more.

Aaron Breitman discusses key points that Schiano made in his opening press conference of the season and analyzes what it means in regard to the outlook for this team.

Aaron Breitman runs through each position group on the Rutgers defense and discusses the potential candidates to play bigger roles this season.

Aaron Breitman reviews the rosters and outlook for both Princeton and Mississippi State following Rutgers announcing neutral court games against both programs for the 2023-2024 season.

Aaron Breitman goes through each position group on offense for Rutgers football and discusses potential candidates to play bigger roles this season.

Aaron Breitman discusses all of the things ahead for Rutgers Athletics in August including football training camp, overseas trips for men's and women's basketball, the start of the season for every fall sport as well as previewing what's ahead in year two of The Scarlet Faithful.

Aaron Breitman discusses the transfer addition of Jeremiah Williams, his skill set, the likelihood of sitting out this season, the value of adding him despite that and how the rest of the roster is likely to be filled.

Aaron Breitman discusses the importance of Sam Brown being healthy and starting training camp as a full participant, how he makes the entire team better and how he can bring balance to the offense, defense and special teams this season.

Rutgers head coach Greg Schiano announced on the morning of Big Ten Media Days that Gavin Wimsatt will start at QB this season. Aaron Breitman gives his analysis on why making this decision now makes sense, why it gives Wimsatt the best chance to succeed as well as the offense as a whole plus more.

With the potential breaks already occurring for Rutgers football this fall, other opportunities could come along the way. Tuesday's episode considers whether Greg Schiano's team can take advantage of certain situations & how it could define their season.

Aaron Breitman welcomes Rutgers defensive lineman Mayan Ahanotu to discuss his journey as a player, his experience helping to turn the program around, playing for Greg Schiano in high school before coming to Piscataway, what Marquise Watson is like as a coach, the offensive line outlook, what the Darkside means for the defense and much more.

Aaron Breitman discusses the three remaining scholarships open for Rutgers, the possibility of Oskar Palmquist returning, the status of Austin Williams, the upcoming visit of Jeremiah Williams, why landing all three would be a win for the program and much more.