The latest news from ScarletReport.com. ScarletReport.com covers Rutgers Athletics on the Scout.com Network. http://rutgers.scout.com/ http://media.scout.com/media/rss/scout.gif http://rutgers.scout.com/ en-us Copyright © 2009 ScarletReport.com and Scout.com. All rights reserved. This website is an unofficial and independent source of news and information, and is not affiliated with any school, team or league. dohnster@verizon.net info@scout.com Sat, 21 Nov 2009 14:37:41 GMT http://backend.userland.com/rss Scout.com RSS Engine v1.0 (Server:YESLER) 60 No. 25 Rutgers travels to Syracuse today, and the running game will be important. It's been criticized often this season, but the Scarlet Knights have been running the ball with great success in the fourth quarter, led by Joe Martinek. Also, Rutgers receiver Tim Brown is on the verge of two milestones, and he talks about the meanings of both of those. http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921861.html Brian Dohn http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921861.html Sat, 21 Nov 2009 06:11:00 GMT 1 183 Rutgers rutgers Rutgers sophomore center Greg Echenique had 16 points, but none more important than the two he got at the buzzer to lead Rutgers past Drexel 58-56 Friday at the RAC. Echenique, who added 14 rebounds, talked about the game-winning play, which began with 1.9 seconds remaining. http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921853.html Brian Dohn http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921853.html Sat, 21 Nov 2009 05:35:00 GMT 1 183 Rutgers rutgers Rutgers was hampered by terrible foul shooting (16 of 35) but was able to fight through for an imporant early-season, confidence-building win when sophomore center Greg Echenique hit a driving lay-in at the buzzer. Echenique finished with 16 points and 14 rebounds. http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921842.html Brian Dohn http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921842.html Sat, 21 Nov 2009 04:19:00 GMT 0 183 Rutgers rutgers Syracuse once dominated the series, winning 12 straight during the 1980s and 1990s, but things have changed. Rutgers has won the last four meetings by an average of 23.7 points, and is ranked No. 25 nationally heading into Saturday's game. What are the keys? http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921778.html Brian Dohn http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921778.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:33:00 GMT 1 183 Rutgers rutgers Rutgers continues to give out offers for the 2011 class, and recently the Scarlet Knights offered one of the Treasure Coast's top juniors. The player is 6-foot-6, 290 pounds and plays both offensive tackle positions and defensive end. He already has a few handfuls of offers, and said he watched the "beating" Rutgers put on South Florida last week on national television. http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921707.html Brian Dohn http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921707.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:01:00 GMT 1 183 Rutgers rutgers Rutgers is ranked No. 25 and bowl eligible with three games remaining heading into Saturday's contest at Syracuse. Bowl eligibility was once met with storming the field against Navy, but the Scarlet Knights have pushed to bigger and better things. Seven players have been in Piscataway for all five seasons, and have witnessed the transformation of the program. http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921698.html Brian Dohn http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921698.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:18:00 GMT 0 183 Rutgers rutgers Rutgers is heavilty involved in Florida again during this recruiting season, and the Scarlet Knights were in the Sunshine state recently to see a receiver, and came away impressed. The player talks about whether he will leave he state or not, and his mom also chimes in with her desire. Also, find out when the player is visiting Rutgers, and whether he will visit any other schools. http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921654.html Brian Dohn http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921654.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:13:00 GMT 1 183 Rutgers rutgers No. 25 Rutgers heads to Syracuse for Saturday's Big East matchup, but coming off the big win against then-No. 23 South Florida, there could reason for concern about a letdown. What do the players and coach Greg Schiano think about that? Syracuse uses two quarterbacks, but do the players vary much in their styles? Schiano also updates the health of two offensive linemen and a freshman receiver. http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921490.html Brian Dohn http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921490.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:15:00 GMT 0 183 Rutgers rutgers Ranked for the first time in more than two years, No. 25 Rutgers heads to Syracuse to face the Orange on Saturday. Following Thursday's practice, Scarlet Knights coach Greg Schiano took his team inside the practice bubble to get ready for the Carrier Dome, then discussed whether there are dangers of a letdown, the Cuse's latest injury and more. http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921469.html Brian Dohn http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921469.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:09:00 GMT 1 183 Rutgers rutgers Jonathan Mitchell, a transfer from the University of Florida, began his Rutgers career with nine points and four rebounds last week against Marist. Coach Fred Hill was excited by his play, but said he expects and needs more from one of the Scarlet Knights' leaders. Mitchell gets his next chance to impress Friday when Rutgers hosts Drexel at 7:30 p.m. http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921412.html Brian Dohn http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921412.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:41:00 GMT 0 183 Rutgers rutgers Class of 2011 Long Branch (N.J.) High quarterback/cornerback Miles Shuler is being recruited hard by Rutgers and Stanford, and already holds offers from Duke and Northwestern. He projects to a running back or receiver on offense, and a cornerback on defense. Check out the film of the speedy and elusive player from the Jersey Shore during his junior season. http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921355.html Brian Dohn http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921355.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:58:00 GMT 1 183 Rutgers rutgers Plainfield High's Tyrone Johnson is a dynamic athlete from the class of 2011 getting interest for his football skills and a bevy of offers for his basketball prowess. Rutgers has offered on the hardwood, and is taking a hard look at him on the football field. But which sport will he play, and what is he looking for in a school? Johnson talks about those things and more. http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921321.html Brian Dohn http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921321.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:09:00 GMT 1 183 Rutgers rutgers Defensive tackle Richard Ash of Pahokee (Fla.) High recently visited UCLA, and he said Michigan is next, followed by a trip to Rutgers. The 6-foot-4, 270-pound Ash made a visit to West Virginia in September, and talks about whether he has a leader, what he's looking for in a school and about what he experienced during his trip to UCLA. http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921233.html Brian Dohn http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921233.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 05:06:00 GMT 1 183 Rutgers rutgers Rutgers running back Jourdan Brooks went from potential starter to not being used in two of the last four games. While many folks wondered why Brooks fell out of the rotation, he knew why. And he talks about it. Also, if anyone knows the trauma of multiple knee surgeries, it is safety Zaire Kitchen. He had three ACL surgeries, and now is helping teammmate Kordell Young through his latest setback. http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921140.html Brian Dohn http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921140.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:19:00 GMT 1 183 Rutgers rutgers No. 25 Rutgers finished its Wednesday practice as it prepares for a trip to Carrier Dome to face Syracuse on Saturday. Recruiting between Rutgers and the Organge is always a hot topic, and Schiano addressed it following Wednesday's practice. He also talked about why fullback Jack Corcoran hasn't had many touches this season, the play of the linebackers and much more. http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921119.html Brian Dohn http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921119.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 23:45:00 GMT 0 183 Rutgers rutgers Rutgers offered the Florida cornerback before his senior season began, and has reciprocated the interest. The player is also being recruited by Cincinnati and Middle Tennessee State, and he will visit each of those schools. However, will the player be visiting Rutgers as well? And what is he looking for in a school? Get the latest information on his recruitment here. http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921013.html Brian Dohn http://rutgers.scout.com/2/921013.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:21:00 GMT 1 183 Rutgers rutgers When Scout.com visited Neshaminy High School years ago to interview Rutgers commitment Paul Carrezola their head coach introduced us to a freshman he thought was going to be an outstanding prospect in Corey Majors and as things turned out, he was exactly correct. http://rutgers.scout.com/2/920816.html Matt Alkire http://rutgers.scout.com/2/920816.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 03:34:00 GMT 1 183 Rutgers rutgers With the season in the final quarter, Rutgers coach Greg Schiano acknowledged it would be a perfect time to use a few freshman in a limited role, but he doesn't want to burn a red-shirt. So, what's the solution? Schiano is in favor of altering the eligibility of players, and he talks about the plan. Also, get the latest on the injury front, and see what Damaso Munoz had to say about the defense. http://rutgers.scout.com/2/920817.html Brian Dohn http://rutgers.scout.com/2/920817.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 03:18:00 GMT 1 183 Rutgers rutgers Pennington, N.J., product Anthony Gaffney had a huge second half of his junior season and is being recruited to play both basketball and football at the collegiate level. We talked to him about his football future recently and it seems things are going well for him so far. http://rutgers.scout.com/2/920789.html Matt Alkire http://rutgers.scout.com/2/920789.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 02:32:00 GMT 1 183 Rutgers rutgers No. 25 Rutgers returned to practice to prepare for Saturday's game at Syracuse, and afterward Greg Schiano discussed the pressing issues, and some not-so-pressing issues. Among the topics he touched upon was the stability of the offensive line, the continued success of quarterback Tom Savage taking care of the football and changes in the defensive approach a few years ago. http://rutgers.scout.com/2/920734.html Brian Dohn http://rutgers.scout.com/2/920734.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:31:00 GMT 1 183 Rutgers rutgers