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A podcast dedicated to covering Rutgers Athletics with a focus on football and men's basketball. Hosted by Aaron Breitman, a fan since the mid-80's and a class of 2000 graduate of Rutgers College. Aaron has covered Rutgers sports extensively over the last nine plus years, previously as managing editor of On The Banks and co-founder of The Scarlet Faithful website. Episodes include analysis, game previews, postgame rapid reactions, recruiting, Rutgers related guests and more.
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The Scarlet Knights led wire to wire in Happy Valley to win its first B1G road win and earn its second straight victory. After jumping out to a 18-4 lead with disruptive defense, RU shot 56.6% from the floor in the game. In a season that's been disappointing, Steve Pikiell's team produced its best performance in league play so far. Opportunity continues at Minnesota on Saturday.#rutgersbasketball
The Scarlet Knights snapped a seven-game losing streak behind a strong second half performance to beat the Terps on Sunday. Harun Zrno made a trio of shots from behind the arc, Kaden Powers hit some big shots and Tariq Francis was automatic from the foul line. With five winnable games remaining and Keli Zinn promising a competitive NIL budget moving forward, there is some actual hope for this program. Steve Pikeill has a real chance to build much needed momentum if they can string together victories and make the right hard decisions this offseason.#rutgersbasketball
A full discussion on the ever changing landscape of college athletics, the challenge for AD Keli Zinn and how she appears to be making progress, Greg Schiano still searching for a Defensive Coordinator, Steve Pikiell getting support despite longest losing streak in 8 years and why Rutgers must be really good in other areas in the NIL/transfer portal era.#rutgersfootball #rutgersbasketball
The Scarlet Knights were very close to a statement victory before letting it slip away down the stretch. Balanced offense and inspired first half defense along with great effort put RU in position to pull the massive upset. But a lack of execution and defensive consistency spelled doom as a four game losing streak has been mostly full of downs. A full review of the past few games, the few positives and many flaws of this team.#rutgersbasketball
David Anderson and I discuss the offseason so far for Rutgers football. We ponder why Schiano is nearing February without a DC for a second consecutive year, the stability the offense brings, unprecedented support both with the administration and financially, why it's fair for fans to be concerned with the state of the program right now and how close things were to RU being in a more positive situation.#rutgersfootball
The Scarlet Knights earn a second OT win at home in a row as Tariq Francis shined once again, Darren Buchanan came up big and this team's toughness showed up down the stretch. A comeback victory that helped raise the floor of this season with plenty of questions remaining in regard to the team's ceiling.#rutgersbasketball
The Scarlet Knights overcame late game adversity to earn its first Big Ten win of the season. Tariq Francis was fantastic followed by many key contributions that led to an opportunistic defense and dominant shooting from the foul line. Overall, Steve Pikiell's team is getting tougher and playing more team basketball than earlier in the season. How much room for improvement remains?#rutgersbasketball
The Scarlet Knights played with little effort or purpose as they suffered the worst loss in this rivalry in a decade. While Harun Zrno, Lino Mark and Kaden Powers showed something, the rest of the team failed miserably. 18 turnovers and abysmal defense along with a puzzling offensive strategy made this one of the worst losses in the Pikiell era. #rutgersbasketball
The Scarlet Knights got some positive performances but overall did not play well enough to ever seriously challenge the Boilermakers. A lack of tenacity on the boards and defense, too many mid-range shots once again, inability to finish at the rim and a rotation in flux all contributed to the defeat. #rutgersbasketball
With fan frustration at a high level with both Greg Schiano and Steve Pikiell, new Rutgers AD Keli Zinn has only one realistic choice in the present. Despite some fans calling for both coaches to be fired, the most realistic plan is to generate as much NIL and resources possible to put both coaches in the best position possible to succeed in 2026. At the same time, Zinn needs to build belief and change perception with legitimate NIL resources at Rutgers to better the future of both programs long term. #rutgersfootball #rutgersbasketball
The Scarlet Knights had the ball with a lead midway through the fourth quarter but for the third time this season, they lost the game in Big Ten play. Another brutal defeat as Rutgers finishes 5-7 overall and misses a third straight bowl game. Heartbreak and frustration are episode highlights.#rutgersfootball
After staring 0-3 in Vegas in the face trailing by 6 at the break, Rutgers played the best it has all season with a dominant second halve against UNLV. It was a balanced performance with many contributors. I discuss the rotation and where it can evolve from here. RU attacked the glass, got to the line and converted, played together and with toughness. It was a positive development heading into the hardest week for any team in college basketball with Michigan and Purdue up next.#rutgersbasketball
David Anderson and I preview the season ending showdown between Rutgers and Penn State. We discuss what the Scarlet Knights need to do to finally take down the Nittany Lions, the concerns with the PSU run game, what we hope the offensive game plan will be, the significance of what this win would represent as well as our favorite Thanksgiving pies and sides.#rutgersfootball
Topics include the offensive struggles from mid-range and why the strategy is flawed, the hope that Rutgers can build off its second half scrappiness against the Irish, Steve Pikiell's comment that sent the wrong message and why focusing on whether he's getting the most out of th team he has is the most important thing moving forward.#rutgersbasketball
There have been plenty of signs of concern before and during this season so far but it all came to a head in arguably the most embarrassing loss of the Steve Pikiell era. Rutgers was outhustled, exhibited no leadership or toughness in a performance that breeds zero hope for the rest of the season. My full analysis and big picture thoughts of why it's not okay where the program is today.#rutgersbasketball
The Scarlet Knights struggled to contain the Eagles from behind the arc and looked lost on offense at times. However, Dylan Grant starred once again and RU was able to improve to 4-0. That being said, there are several takeaways from the start of the season that have me concerned as the road is about to get much harder.#rutgersbasketball
Dylan Grant shined in a big way with 28 points on 9-15 from the floor and 9-10 from the line while big man Emmanuel Ogbole registered a double double. The Scarlet Knights dominated inside but it was a one possession game with under 8 minutes to go. We discuss the positives in the win and concerns overall with this team.#rutgersbasketball
Both teams shot well from three as RU forced 18 turnovers and dominated the glass in a game that wasn't as close as the final score. Denis Badalau had a big first half, Dylan Grant posted a double double and Darren Buchanan played solidly once again.#rutgersbasketball
Greg Schiano proves he is a master motivator in leading the Scarlet Knights to a must win over the Terps on Saturday. Complimentary football was the key as Antwan Raymond had a career day, the offense scored four touchdowns in the red zone and the defense made key stops in the second half. RU is now 5-5 overall and bowl hopes remain alive. The floor and ceiling conversation for the program included.#rutgersfootball
David Anderson and I discuss a pivotal matchup on Saturday (2:30pm ET; FS1) between the Scarlet Knights and Terps. The speed of Maryland could be a major problem but can RA win the battle in the red zone on both ends? A full game preview is here.#rutgersfootball
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