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Rutgers football rumors: Brian Kelly floated as option to replace Greg Schiano if he’s fired

Rutgers football coach Greg Schiano faces mounting pressure after a disappointing start to the season, with the Scarlet Knights sitting at 2-4 and their second win coming only against Howard, a non-FBS opponent. Schiano’s current tenure has failed to match the success of his first stint at Rutgers, where he led the program to six bowl appearances and five victories in seven seasons, including a 2006 AP Poll top-15 finish.

Despite recent bowl-game appearances, the team’s struggles—including losses to UMass and Boston College—have reignited speculation about his future, especially as Rutgers’ athletic director, Keli Zinn, evaluates options for a potential replacement. Among the names circulating is former LSU and Notre Dame head coach Brian Kelly, whose 34-14 record at LSU far exceeds Rutgers’ recent performance under Schiano.

Kelly’s firing after a 5-3 start last season has left him in a similar position to Schiano, but his extensive coaching resume—297 career wins—makes him an appealing candidate if Rutgers seeks a turnaround.

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