
Rutgers insider Brian Fonseca discusses the latest news and hot topics surrounding the team with host Steve Politi.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 288 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Sports | |||

The Rutgers Rant is back to preview the Scarlet Knights' home game against Maryland on Saturday. We also interview Rutgers radio play-by-play announcer Chris Carlin.
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The Rutgers Rant recapped the Scarlet Knights' season-opening win over Rider on Wednesday.
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The Rutgers Rant is back to preview the 2025-26 Rutgers basketball season.
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The Rutgers Rant is back to discuss the blowout loss the Scarlet Knights suffered against the Illini (6-3, 3-3), what went wrong on both sides of the ball in what was an overall bad performance for head coach Greg Schiano’s team and why it feels like... more
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This is the best Rutgers podcast. Steve, Brian, and Pat have access to everyone on the inside, so you feel like you learn something every time. They also interact well with listeners and answer mailbag questions each show. Always a fun listen!
Usually I enjoy the pod but the last episode where the reporters joked about an RU women’s soccer player punching another player and getting suspended was strange for a few reasons. They gleefully recapped the violent incident and didn’t take it seriously. If a starter on the men’s basketball team was out for three games because of punching an opponent would they have reacted the same way? No, they would have treated it seriously. This suggests that since this happened in a women’s sporting even... more
Politi and fonseca are terrible. Both have very annoying voices. The other guy is cool though.
This is the best Rutgers show
These guys are the best for RU fans.
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Focused primarily on Rutgers athletics, hosts engage listeners with in-depth discussions about the university's sports teams, especially football and basketball. Episodes often cover game previews, player performances, coaching strategies, and significant events such as player transfers, hiring of athletic department staff, and overall team dynamics within the Big Ten conference. Noteworthy is the blend of analytics and personal anecdotes, often reflecting a genuine connection to the Rutgers community and a passion for collegiate athletics. The hosts provide insights that resonate with dedicated fans while occasionally addressing broader themes in collegiate sports, including NIL initiatives and recruiting challenges.
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