Saturday evening, the Rutgers Scarlet Knights (5-4) snapped a four-game losing streak by

defeating the Minnesota Gophers (6-4) at home, 26-19. The Scarlet Knights and Gophers put on

a show, however the thriller game was an emotional roller coaster. The Scarlet Knights overcame

a fourth-quarter deficit with 12 points in the final period on a touchdown, safety, and field goal.

“I think we are just continuing to get better,” Rutgers head coach Greg Schiano stated. “There’s

no, like, “ah-ha” moment. I think everybody is getting more comfortable with the little details

that are required, and the way we practice. … I think our quarterback, Athan, did a heck of a job.

He’s been doing a heck of a job. He’s getting better and better. You know, really proud of those

young backs today, with Kyle out, Ja’Shon Benjamin and Antwan, those guys, it’s a true

freshman, and a redshirt freshman. Really proud of them.”‍

Athan Kaliakmanis Bitter Sweet Victory

Despite not having star running back Kyle Monangai in the lineup, Rutgers quarterback Athan

Kaliakmanis finished 17-of-33 for 240 yards and three touchdown passes, including two to WR

Dymere Miller. While some believed Kaliakmanis took that step in the right direction, he

emphasized there’s so much more to be better at and continuing to grow.

“I have to be honest, I never feel like I’ve taken that step because I’m an athlete and I always feel

like I need to do something better,” Kaliakmanis stated. “So, I never think of it like that, even

today, there was a bunch of things I felt I could execute better.”Scarlet Knights Regain Their Mojo

Rutgers has snapped the Gophers four-game winning streak with this victory. This was the 16th

comeback victory under Rutgers head coach Greg Schiano. The Scarlet Knights entered trailing

in the fourth quarter, 16-14, and secured 12 points to secure the win. The momentum began to

shift in the game as the defense began to record tackles for a loss and more sacks. In the final

quarter, the Scarlet Knights defense appeared to find the groove that’s been absent for the last

several weeks.

“It certainly should give them confidence, I think they [Defense] got back to who they were