Rutgers Coach Greg Schiano Faces Pressure After Loss to UMass

In a surprising turn of events, the Rutgers Scarlet Knights lost to the UMass Minutemen, who had not won a game since the 2024 season, with a score of 37-21. This defeat marks a troubling start for head coach Greg Schiano as he begins his 18th season.

Entering the game as a 29.5-point favorite, Rutgers was expected to secure a win against a team that had gone 677 days without a victory. Following the loss, discussions about Schiano's job security intensified, particularly given his buyout amount of approximately $18.5 million, as reported by Pete Nakos of On3.

Schiano's contract, which includes a six-year extension granted in 2023, runs until 2029. If terminated, Rutgers would owe him 76.85% of his remaining salary, with the buyout decreasing to $11.7 million after 2027 and $5.9 million after 2028. The Scarlet Knights will face Boston College in their next game, where another loss could further jeopardize Schiano's position.