Episode 88: A lot to be like about Rutgers' dismantling of Indiana
We hope you enjoy Bobby and Joe's take on Rutgers' victory over Indiana.
Nov 14, 2021•18 min
Scarlet Nation Podcast
The Scarlet Nation podcast explores the world of Rutgers athletics, with a focus on Scarlet Knight football, basketball, and recruiting. It is hosted by Scarlet Nation publisher, John Otterstedt, as well as long time beat writer, Bobby Deren. Guests include current and former players, high school and college coaches, as well as members of the Scarlet Nation message board community.
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Episodes
Episode 87: Football Recruiting Special
Bobby and Shawn give you the scoop as we head into this important time period of the football recruiting calendar.
Nov 10, 2021•30 min
Episode 86: Breaking down a dismal Rutgers loss to Wisconsin
If you are looking for some answers in the wake of Rutgers 52-3 loss to Wisconsin, you came to the right place.
Nov 07, 2021•12 min
Episode 84: The good, the bad and the ugly following Rutgers' loss to Northwestern
It wasn't the game that Rutgers fans expected. Bobby and Joe break down the game and give some perspective heading into the bye week.
Oct 16, 2021•18 min
Episode 83: The takeaways from Michigan State and more thoughts on the team
In our latest Scarlet Nation Podcast, John and Bobby give their instant thoughts on the Scarlet Knights' 31-13 loss to No. 11 Michigan State, as well as their insight into what fans can expect moving forward.
Oct 09, 2021•21 min
Episode 82: The Ohio State Rewind
There's no way to sugarcoat the defeat suffered at the hands of Ohio State today, so Bobby Deren and Joe Chetta are going to offer the good, the bad, and the ugly as they reflect on the 52-13 victory for the Buckeyes.
Oct 03, 2021•11 min
Episode 81: The Michigan Rewind
Bobby and Joe take a look back at the Scarlet Knights' hard-fought battle against Michigan.
Sep 26, 2021•14 min
Episode 80: Rutgers gears up for Michigan
It is a big week for Rutgers football, and the Scarlet Nation podcast is back with a look at this week's matchup against Michigan, the previous week's contest against Delaware, and a look at the world of recruiting.
Sep 22, 2021•34 min
Episode 79: Ron Harper Jr. and Geo Baker are returning to Rutgers!
The Rutgers fanbase breathed a collective sigh of relief this afternoon with the announcements that both Ron Harper Jr. and Geo Baker will be returning to Rutgers for the 2021-22 season. What does this mean for Harper Jr. and Baker? What does this mean for Steve Pikiell's squad? Bobby Deren and Brian Dohn break it down in our latest Scarlet Nation podcast!
Jul 08, 2021•22 min
Episode 78: Rutgers football recruiting burns hot in the summer of 2021
We are heading into the hottest part of the summer, and there's a lot of heat in the Rutgers football program. Greg Schiano has the Scarlet Knights sitting at No. 11 in the 247Sports Composite rankings for the class of 2022. In today's podcast, Bobby Deren and Shawn Brown discuss the latest developments along the recruiting trail.
Jul 07, 2021•33 min
Episode 77: Recapping the Rutgers "Chop Elite" football camp
Rutgers kicked off the camp season with its "Chop Elite" camp on Wednesday evening. The event drew hundreds of prospects, as well as college coaches from up and down the East coast. There was a nice contingent of committed players, as well as some top targets on-hand. In our latest podcast, we take a look at the event and lay out a blueprint for what fans can expect over the next few months. This is an intense time for recruiting, and Rutgers is standing strong at No. 7 in the 247Sports composit...
Jun 03, 2021•13 min
Episode 76: Reflections on Rutgers spring football and more
The end of the spring football is here, and today's podcast looks back at the spring and forward as Greg Schiano and his staff get ready for the 2021 football season.
May 26, 2021•26 min
Episode 75: Rutgers recruiting heats up heading into the summer
The Rutgers football program is heading into a new stage of the recruiting season, and Brian Dohn joins the podcast to discuss what fans can expect in the coming weeks and months.
May 19, 2021•32 min
Episode 74: What's going on in the world of Rutgers football recruiting?
Rutgers is sitting pretty in the top 10 of the national recruiting rankings, and we are about to enter an exciting period of the recruiting calendar. What can fans look forward to in the not so distant future? Who are the prime targets to keep an eye on? How does it all fit together? Bobby Deren and Shawn Brown break it all down!
Apr 27, 2021•27 min
Episode 73: Four Star QB Gavin Wimsatt Commits to Rutgers - What does it mean for the Scarlet Knights?
The No. 3 dual threat quarterback in the country, Gavin Wimsatt, committed to Rutgers on Friday night, moving the Scarlet Knights' 2022 recruiting class to No. 6 in the national rankings. What does it mean to a Scarlet Knight program that is rebuilding under head coach Greg Schiano? Bobby Deren breaks it down with 247Sports National Recruiting Analyst, Brian Dohn.
Apr 10, 2021•24 min
The Rutgers Hoops Roundup With Matt Agnoli
In our latest Scarlet Nation Podcast, Bobby Deren is talking Rutgers hoops with our resident basketball recruiting guru, Matt Agnoli.
Mar 25, 2021•25 min
Episode 72: Rutgers basketball postseason reflections with Brian Kelley
Rutgers is headed to the B1G Tournament and, ultimately, to the NCAA Tournament this year. It is a big year for the team, as well as the fans who follow it. Today we are talking to super-fan Brian Kelley, the former Court Club president who has seen more "away" Rutgers basketball games than anyone we know. Brian has a unique perspective on the team, and we were happy to have him share it!
Mar 10, 2021•33 min
Rutgers Basketball: NCAA Basketball Tournament, The Bubble, and more!
What is happening in the world of Rutgers basketball? Is this an NCAA Tournament team? Bobby Deren and Brian Dohn look at the past, present, and future of Steve Pikiell's program as it tries to work its way into the tournament for the first time since 1991.
Mar 03, 2021•26 min
Episode 70: Analyzing a top 10 Rutgers 2022 football recruiting class
The Rutgers 2022 football recruiting class currently sits at #3 in the B1G and top 10 in the country. In our latest Scarlet Nation Podcast, Bobby Deren and Shawn Brown talks about the future of the Rutgers football squad. What can we expect in the future? Find out!
Feb 24, 2021•31 min
Episode 69: Rutgers Football Signing Day Special 2021
In our latest Scarlet Nation Podcast, Bobby sits down with 247Sports national recruiting analyst, Brian Dohn, to discuss the Rutgers football 2021 signees. How did Greg Schiano fare in his goal to strengthen the Scarlet Knights? Find out in our latest show!
Feb 03, 2021•26 min
Episode 68: Rutgers hoops gears up for more B1G battles
The nationally ranked Rutgers men's basketball squad plays #23 Michigan State before a rematch with Ohio State. How is the team looking as it prepares to battle the Spartans? Which players have surprised our staff? What can we expect to see from the Scarlet Knights as we inch toward the postseason? John and Bobby break it all down in our latest Scarlet Nation Podcast!
Jan 05, 2021•25 min
Episode 67: Talking Rutgers football with national recruiting analyst Brian Dohn
Scarlet Nation welcomes 247Sports national recruiting analyst, Brian Dohn, to the podcast. Dohn and Deren talk about the early signing period and more!
Dec 24, 2020•36 min
Episode 66: Signing Day Recap
How did the Scarlet Knights do when all was said and done on Signing Day? Bobby Deren and Shawn Brown talk about Greg Schiano's first full class in his second tenure leading the Rutgers football program.
Dec 22, 2020•33 min
Episode 64: Countdown to kickoff
With the kickoff to the Rutgers 2020 season a day away, there's no better time to catch up with Bobby and Shawn for another edition of the Scarlet Nation podcast!
Oct 23, 2020•23 min
Episode 63: To play B1G football, or not to play?
The big question on everyone's minds is: "Will there be a B1G football season?" In our latest Scarlet Nation Podcast, we explore this question and discuss the positives and negatives of playing in the spring and fall.
Aug 19, 2020•31 min
Episode 62: The Supersized Rutgers Recruiting Episode!
As July fades into August, it is time to look at the past, present and future of Rutgers recruiting. Bobby Deren and Shawn Brown give you an inside glimpse at how Greg Schiano's staff is building for the future.
Aug 01, 2020•26 min
Episode 61: Rutgers Football - No Rest for Schiano and Staff
Bobby Deren and Shawn Brown chat about the world of Rutgers football, with emphasis on the wild world of recruiting. Rutgers is making a splash on the national scene in Greg Schiano's first year back in Piscataway.
May 29, 2020•24 min
Episode 60: Rutgers football - Recruiting in Quarantine
In our latest Scarlet Nation Podcast, Bobby Deren and Shawn Brown explore how Greg Schiano and his Rutgers football program are navigating the recruiting waters in the midst of a quarantine. How is the recruiting class shaping up, and what can fans expect in the coming months?
Apr 22, 2020•22 min
Episode 59: Rutgers Hoops 2021-21 Preview!
It is never too early to look at the upcoming Rutgers basketball season. In today's podcast, Bobby Deren and John Otterstedt look at the 2020-21 season from all angles. Which players are coming in? What type of impact can they make? What can we expect from the returning players?
Apr 16, 2020•48 min
Episode 58: Rutgers recruiting kicks off in a big way under Schiano
Greg Schiano is picking up right where he left off. Rutgers finished in the recruiting top 25 during Schiano's last season at the helm, and the Scarlet Knights appear to be headed in the same direction now that he is back in charge. In our latest podcast, Dohn and Deren talk about Schiano's latest recruiting efforts.
Mar 20, 2020•29 min
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