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Rutgers football came down to earth on Saturday, a 20-13 loss at No. 19 Michigan. But it was a strong and impressive performance from the Scarlet Knights on the road in the Big Ten.
There is no reason for any Rutgers player (or coach) to hang their heads after this one.
It was a tremendous second half from Rutgers as the Scarlet Knights were down 20-3 at halftime but made it a one-possession game and very nearly tied the game. The response on both sides of the ball showed a team that is close to competing with some of the upper echelon programs in the Big Ten.
This game, despite the loss, is a testament to what head coach Greg Schiano is building at Rutgers. With time and more talent, this program is heading in the right direction.
With the loss, Rutgers is now 3-1 (0-1, Big Ten). Michigan improves to 4-0 (1-0, Big Ten) but must feel a bit relieved to emerge from ‘The Big House’ with a win. The Wolverines were flat in the second half and Rutgers, but for some miscues and mistakes, could have forced overtime or perhaps even had the win.