3 things to watch as Rutgers Football begins spring practice
The Scarlet Knights will begin practice on Friday.
PISCATAWAY, NEW JERSEY - OCTOBER 18: AJ Surace #10 of the Rutgers Scarlet Knights practices passing before the game against the Oregon Ducks at SHI Stadium on October 18, 2025 in Piscataway, New Jersey. (Photo by Isaiah Vazquez/Getty Images) | Getty Images Rutgers is set to begin springs practices on Friday and there is plenty to keep an eye on. After a five-win season, and 2-7 record in the Big Ten, the Scarlet Knights made changes to the roster and coaching staff.
This is the first chance to see how the team looks on the field. This year, practice will be all fans have. The spring season will not end with the Scarlet-White Game, which has become a tradition for Rutgers.
Head coach Greg Schiano previously announced that this game will not be played this year. Despite the lack of a spring game, this is an important time for Rutgers ad these three storylines will be at the forefront. New-look quarterback battle Athan Kaliakmanis has moved on.
While the two-year starter chases his goals at the NFL level, Rutgers will be looking for a new starter and there will be an intriguing battle. AJ Surace returns for his third year in the program. The Scarlet Knights also hit the transfer portal to add Boston College’s Dylan Lonergan.