The Scarlet Faithful

Aaron Breitman discusses the current state of Rutgers football and includes audio of Greg Schiano discussing the 2023 recruiting class, the offensive coordinator search, NIL, the QB situation and more. 

Aaron Breitman welcomes back Jerry Carino discuss the current state of Rutgers men's basketball as the holidays approach. Topics include the 2-3 record over the last 5 games, development and status of certain players, how this team projects moving forward, who will take the big shot to close out games, how Rutgers looks in regard to the rest of the Big Ten and much more.

Aaron Breitman discusses the news of the first true week of the offseason for Rutgers football. The transfer portal opened on Monday and topics include players from RU who entered, a transfer portal target that's projected end up a Scarlet Knight, the importance of landing Class of 2023 OL Nick Oliviera, why Rutgers is and should be a destination this offseason for certain players in the transfer...

Aaron Breitman is joined by Pat Lawless of The Front Office and John Fanta, Fox Sports college basketball broadcaster. Pat is running the 2nd annual Rutgers-Seton Hall Hoops Banquet on Friday, December 9th. John is emceeing the event as well as calling the game on FS1 on Sunday night at 6:30 pm. We discuss the banquet, the rivalry, Sunday's matchup on the court and much more!

Aaron Breitman answers questions from readers covering many topics for Rutgers football and men's basketball. Content includes an assessment of the the state of the football program, the OC hiring, recruiting and more while hoops focuses on the upcoming five game stretch that's crucial to the season, the outlook on Caleb McConnell's injury, recruiting as well as facility upgrades for both programs...

Aaron Breitman reviews the current happenings for eight different programs across Rutgers Athletics including an extensive discussion on football and men's basketball, as well men's soccer winning the Big Ten Tournament title and making the NCAA Tournament. Also looking back at how the season ended for field hockey and women's soccer as well as the start of the season for  wrestling and women...

In episode No. 35, Aaron Breitman welcomes Rutgers wrestling head coach Scott Goodale ahead of Friday's first dual match against Clarion. Topics discussed include the Princeton Open results from last weekend, the non-conference schedule, the competition at different weight classes, the change in not having wrestle offs, the new redshirt rule for freshmen, the depth and youth of the roster, expecta...

Aaron Breitman welcomes Michigan great and BTN color analyst Jake Butt who is calling tonight's game. Topics include keys for Rutgers to be competitive, Gavin Wimsatt's development, the Michigan run game, the impact of JJ McCarthy on the offense, Jake's experience playing on the road against Rutgers in 2014 and 2016, his approach as an analyst and more. 

For episode No. 33, Aaron Breitman welcomes Jerry Carino to talk all things Rutgers men's basketball ahead of Monday's season opener. Topics include Steve Pikiell's way, initial impressions of the team, which players are poised for bigger roles, concern with Caleb McConnell's injury, why the offense might be better and the defense worse, recruiting and NIL, the Big Ten outlook, the state of Seton...

Aaron Breitman welcomes Rutgers junior forward Mawot Mag. Topics include his journey from the Sudan and Australia to Rutgers, his increased role heading into the season, overcoming past injuries, the standard of winning now set within the program, the makeup of this season's team, the experience of playing against Ron Harper Jr. in practice, season expectations and more. 

Aaron Breitman welcomes Pat Lanni of NJ Advance Media to discuss all things Rutgers football. Topics include an assessment of the offensive changes highlights in the win over Indiana, Nunzio Campanile's high school track record, the benefits of him becoming the permanent offensive coordinator, the development of the defense, why the 2023 schedule matters now, the QB situation, keys to the game aga...

Aaron Breitman welcomes Fred Gaudios for a breakdown of the preseason KenPom projections. Topics including how Rutgers men's basketball ranks compared to prior years, why they are ranked No. 50, season win-loss projection totals, player efficiencies, the Big Ten projections as a conference and more. They also discuss football ahead of Saturday's game against Indiana including how the defense is ra...

Aaron Breitman recaps the week including a women's golf team and individual title, a heartbreaker for field hockey, and both soccer teams with pivotal results. In addition, a preview of the week ahead for football including Greg Schiano's comments at Monday's press conference regarding the QB situation, conference play in its home stretch for several sports including women's soccer having a chance...

Aaron Breitman recaps the week that was highlights by No. 23 Field Hockey defeating No. 3 Northwestern, important results for both men's and women's soccer. In addition, plenty of news and reaction football's loss to Nebraska and the firing of offensive coordinator Sean Gleeson. Lastly, a preview for Big Ten Media Days and coverage of both basketball program's this week. 

Aaron Breitman discusses the firing of Gleeson, what it means moving forward, analyzing Greg Schiano's comments with audio of his press conference included in this episode, the future of Gavin Wimsatt, the impact on recruiting as well as answering several reader questions on the offense then and now.

Aaron Breitman welcomes NJ Advance Media beat reporter Brian Fonseca. The focus is on football ahead of Friday's game for Rutgers football against Nebraska. Topics include the progress made so far this season, how this team will ultimately be judged, injury concerns, what to make of the quarterback situation, why beating Nebraska is a must to become bowl eligible and more. In addition, there is a...

Aaron Breitman welcomes Chris Peterson, co-founder of Husker Big Red which covers Nebraska football extensively. Topics discussed include the strange season for the Huskers so far, the impact of Scott Frost's firing, changes made since the bye week, strengths and weaknesses of the team, whether their first road game of the season could be a good or bad thing, keys to Friday's game against Rutgers...

Aaron Breitman discusses the past week for Rutgers athletics. Topics include men's soccer tied for first place in the Big Ten, women's soccer back on track, a men's golf title, tough weekends for several programs as well as a few quick hits on football ahead of a crucial Big Ten contest against Nebraska on Friday night.

Aaron Breitman answers over two dozen questions from readers and listeners via Twitter from this week. Topics including the rebuild and roster for football, men's basketball's front court depth and ceiling for Cliff Omoruyi this season, multiple questions on facilities, comparing different Rutgers coaches to condiments and much more. 

Aaron Breitman gives a recap and analysis for every Rutgers program in season and highlights keys wins in Big Ten play this past week for Volleyball, Field Hockey, as well as Men's and Women's soccer. Of course, football is covered in detail following the loss to Iowa on Saturday. A look ahead to next week for all programs as well.

Aaron Breitman welcomes former colleague and current producer of College Football Daily for 247 Sports, Lance Glinn. Topics discussed include the start of the season so far for Rutgers, the offensive struggles including the QB situation and offensive line, keys to beating Iowa, what the game plan might look like, the importance of this game and much more. 

Aaron Breitman welcomes former Iowa football player Jeffrey the Greek who hosts the All Eyes on B1G podcast. They discuss the matchup ahead between Rutgers and Iowa in detail. Topics include the start so far for the Hawkeyes, the offensive issues, a potential all-time defense, the punter battle for the ages, keys to the game and more. 

Aaron Breitman recaps the week that was for Rutgers as field hockey, men's and women's soccer all won their Big Ten openers and went a combined 5-0. Also a conversation on football surviving Temple and improving to 3-0 as well as Greg Schiano becoming the winningest coach in program history. 

Aaron Breitman recaps the week that was for Rutgers Athletics. No. 6 Women's soccer matched the program's best start ever and had a thrilling win over LSU. No. 15 Field Hockey went 1-1 against ranked foes. Men's soccer had two wins as well. The episode also includes a detailed discussion on football's outlook with the upcoming schedule, the QB situation and much more.

Aaron Breitman answers a variety of Rutgers questions from readers including the quarterback situation, personnel groups, a potential contract extension for Greg Schiano, the ceiling for baseball, women's soccer and women's basketball this season, RAC renovations, and so much more.