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Rutgers will host Indiana on October 3, 2026, at SHI Stadium in Piscataway, New Jersey. The Scarlet Knights enter the matchup with a 5-7 record from 2025, a revamped defense and a potent offense anchored by KJ Duff and Antwan Raymond.
Coach Greg Schiano and three promising Scarlet Knights will represent the team at Big Ten Media Days, outlining a revamped defense, increased support, and the expectations for star players KJ Duff and Antwan Raymond.
Rutgers sits 16th in the Big Ten, aiming to improve a defense that ranked last last season and return to bowl eligibility.
Rutgers, ranked 16th in the Big Ten by Fox Sports, finished last season 5‑7 while its defense ranked near the bottom of the conference. With veteran coach Travis Johansen now leading the unit, the program hopes to improve its yardage and points allowed and return to postseason play.