Rutgers had control of the game, holding a comfortable lead and keeping Virginia Tech at arms length. Its first win at Lane Stadium, propelling it to a 3-0 record and an increased belief that this fall could be special,

BLACKSBURG, Va. — Jai Patel connected on a 24-yard field goal with 1:56 remaining to lift Rutgers to a 26-23 victory over Virginia Tech on Saturday. Patel’s field goal capped a 68-yard drive after

Jai Patel connected on a 24-yard field goal with 1:56 remaining to lift Rutgers to a 26-23 victory over Virginia Tech.

BLACKSBURG, Va. — Sam Brown lined up to the right of Athan Kaliakmanis, his eyes focused on the end zone in front of him. The Rutgers running back ran the ball on each of the previous four plays, and he was ready to complete the job he started.

For Rutgers, those decisions came in the second half on Saturday against Virginia Tech. The Scarlet Knights held a 23-7 lead in the third quarter when head coach Greg Schiano was put into situations with multiple options.

Rutgers faces Virginia Tech at Lane Stadium; the spread is 3.5 points. The game showcases potential offensive and defensive strengths, emphasizing key players.

Greg Schiano and the Scarlet Knights (2-0) face Virginia Tech (2-1) in NCAA football, Saturday, Sept., 21, 2024 at Lane Stadium in Blacksburg, Va.

Strong took a screen pass from Athan Kaliakmanis 63 yards down to the Virginia Tech 12-yard line. Three plays later, Jai