The Scarlet Faithful

David Anderson and I preview the 2025 season opener between Ohio and Rutgers including what to watch for, keys to victory and much more. Thursday, August 28 at 6pm on BTN.#rutgersfootball

David Anderson and I preview the 2025 Rutgers football season with a lengthy back and forth on what we hope for this team, why being critical signals how far the program has come in Greg Schiano's second tenure, the importance of the Iowa game, the strength of the offensive coaching staff, questions on what this team's identity will be and much more.#rutgersfootball

David Anderson is back as we discuss several training camp topics including the surprise addition of Wydeek Collier, the potential impact of strength coach Spencer Brown and the need for speed, the pink elephant in the offensive room, the many new faces on defense and surviving MACtion. In addition, we close with a discussion on new Rutgers AD Keli Zinn, her goal of driving corporate sponsorship,...

After 11+ months, Rutgers is reportedly replacing disgraced former AD Pat Hobbs with Keli Zinn, LSU's Executive Deputy Director of Athletics and Chief Operating Officer. I discuss why this hire checks many boxes for an athletic department sorely in need of a makeover. President Tate has made his first big move and it brings real optimism for alignment and real success for Rutgers Athletics mov...

With reports that top choice and Rutgers alum Brian Lafemina turned down the chance to be athletic director, more questions are left unanswered. Is the search back to the drawing board? Is there an internal power struggle? Will the BOG bring President Tate more into the fold after waiting to long to pursue an AD candidate in earnest? What is the search firm doing anyway? All of this is discussed a...

It's been 329 days since Pat Hobbs resigned as AD at Rutgers and the search to replace him remains ongoing. With revenue sharing in place and more changes still to come, the Scarlet Knights are falling behind every day they are without a leader. A discussion on the frustrations of where Rutgers isn't right now, looking at other schools who have filled AD positions very quickly as well as new Presi...

David Anderson returns as we discuss the current state of the 2026 recruiting class as well as the coaching staff's strategy in roster building for the program.#rutgersfootball

I''m back after a month break to discuss the positives of Rutgers hiring William Tate IV as its new President, the importance of getting the AD hire right, why this past year was so disappointing for fans, why changing perception with a better reality is a must and much more.

The Scarlet Knights added an intriguing 6'8" international wing Denis Badalau who played in the top Italian pro league and for the Romanian national team. In what is expected to be the last scholarship player taken for next season, some initial thoughts on how the roster was built, strengths and weaknesses, upside as well as concerns for Steve Pikiell's new team.#rutgersbasketball

David Anderson returns as we discuss our assessment of the Scarlet Knights following spring game in a fact or fiction format. Topics include several key positions, players and the big picture outlook for this program.#rutgersfootball

Steve Pikiell landed a much needed three-point shooter in 6'6" Euro Wing Harun Zrno. The former Indiana commit recently visited Villanova and Miami while also being recruited by Wisconsin, Creighton and Virginia. The roster is taking shape with one major spot still to fill. A full discussion on Zrno and the potential rotation that will certainly rely on freshmen but will be a team that go...

Aaron is back with thoughts on many Rutgers topics:- Basketball landing a big man as well as the current state of the roster plus what is still needed.- The biggest takeaway from the Spring Game was AJ Surace is developing as we all hoped.- Football transfer news in and out with Mo Toure a big loss regardless of health.- Men's lacrosse advances in Big Ten Tournament.- Chloe Timberg defends her...

With Spring practice more than halfway complete, David Anderson returns to discuss with Aaron the five things that the Scarlet Knights need to have answers for in order to have a successful 2025 season. #rutgersfootball

Roster construction is critical for Steve Pikiell to move the program forward next season. While there is logic and reason to adding GW transfer wing Darren Buchanan Jr. earlier this week, building a backcourt with three smaller guards with two who are inefficient offensively raises questions as to what the strategy is this offseason. We cover both pickups, concerns with the staff dynamics and why...

Portal season is here and I give some thoughts on the type of player Rutgers targets this offseason. There are many traits that are more important and track better than the name of the school or conference that players come from.#rutgersbasketball

A full breakdown following the departures of Lathan Sommerville, Jeremiah Williams and Jordan Derkack, how much money the program has to work with, the long term concerns for Rutgers, what will Pikiell's strategy be and instability within the university continues.#rutgersbasketball

A rambling discussion on the massive disappointment that was the 2024-2025 season, the missteps of Steve Pikiell, NIL, a search for renewed identity, the need for a modern offensive approach and the importance of change as a critical offseason begins.#rutgersbasketball

The most disappointing season in program history ends with Rutgers coming back from a 13 point deficit before failing to close out a 4 point lead with 36 seconds left in regulation. Poor decisions, a lack of execution and little resistance defensively plagued this team all season and tonight was no exception. The end is here.#rutgersbasketball

Previewing the Big Ten Tournament for Rutgers as they take on No. 14 USC in the opening round on Wednesday night (approximately 8:30 ET) on Peacock. The probability of RU making a run in Indianapolis is very low. Can this team finally click with its backs against the wall? Is Ace Bailey due a breakout? Will this group go down swinging? We are about to find out. #rutgersbasketball

The Scarlet Knights overcame a terrible second half to finish the regular season with a victory and earn the No. 11 seed in the Big Ten Tournament. Whether they can actually make a run is another story.

In the 100-71 loss to No. 18 Purdue that was the second worst defensive performance of the 25+ year history of KenPom, Rutgers basketball has done the impossible and made fans wish the season was over. In the background, Rutgers is without a President and AD while hoops has no GM. Leadership at the top is needed if positive change will happen for the basketball program and more.#rutgersbasketball

The Scarlet Knights followed up its best offensive half of the season with one of its worst as a signature win slips away as Michigan hits a three at the buzzer. A full breakdown of the game and my mental state here.#rutgersbasketball

The Scarlet Knights have an opportunity to produce a signature win at Michigan and bring some joy in what has been a disappointing season so far. After a one possession loss to the Wolverines at home with an extremely shorthanded roster, RU is playing well and Dylan Harper is one of several keys to winning in Ann Arbor.#rutgersbasketball

The Scarlet Knights delivered its most efficient offensive performance of the season and have won two straight after two disheartening defeats. Dylan Harper was Superman but it was a balanced effort all around for RU. This team is on the cusp of building real momentum ahead of the Big Ten Tournament.#rutgersbasketball

The Scarlet Knights ended a three game losing streak with a much needed victory to remain in good shape to make the Big Ten Tournament. Dylan Harper, Ace Bailey and Jeremiah Williams led the way. #rutgersbasketball