Rutgers Scarlet Knights
2024 Season Results

Rutgers Scarlet Knights — 2024 Season Review

In 2024, the Rutgers Scarlet Knights posted a 7-6 record under head coach Greg Schiano, competing as a member of the Big Ten. The team scored 376 total points and allowed 330 throughout 13 games, averaging 28.9 points scored and 25.4 points allowed per outing.

Among the standout results were a 44-7 victory at home against Howard Bison, a 49-17 victory at home against Akron Zips, and a 41-14 victory on the road against Michigan State Spartans. These performances illustrated the depth and determination that characterized the Rutgers Scarlet Knights throughout the 2024 campaign.

The 2024 season was not without its challenges, as the team endured a narrow 32-35 defeat to UCLA Bruins and a narrow 41-44 defeat to Kansas State Wildcats. However, the program's response to adversity demonstrated character and resilience throughout the campaign.

The Rutgers Scarlet Knights went 4-5 in Big Ten competition during 2024, battling through a demanding conference slate that featured several tightly contested games. Every week in the Big Ten presented a unique challenge that shaped the identity of the program based in Piscataway, NJ.

The postseason brought Rate Bowl: L 41-44, capping the 2024 campaign. The bowl game provided one final opportunity for the Rutgers Scarlet Knights to compete on a national stage and represent the program before the offseason began.

The Rutgers Scarlet Knights finished 4-3 in home games and 3-2 away from home during the 2024 season. The split between home and road performance provided insight into the team's ability to handle different environments throughout the schedule.

The offense found its stride as the season progressed, scoring 222 points in the second half of the schedule compared to 154 in the first half. The defensive unit's ability to limit opponents to 25.4 points per game proved crucial in several of the season's tightest matchups.

Looking at the full body of work, the Rutgers Scarlet Knights posted a 7-6 record in 2024, which demonstrated steady improvement. Across 13 games, the team battled with opponents with a scoring margin of +3.5 points per game. These results provided a blueprint for improvement moving forward.