Rutgers Coach Greg Schiano Returns to Husky Stadium After 25 Years
Greg Schiano Returns to Iconic Husky Stadium for Rutgers vs. Washington Big Ten Showdown
Friday night brings a significant event for Rutgers Scarlet Knights as they prepare to face the Washington Huskies in a much-anticipated Big Ten football clash. Adding to the excitement is head coach Greg Schiano’s return to Husky Stadium in Seattle after 25 years. This matchup holds personal significance for Schiano, marking his first coaching appearance at the historic venue since October 2000.
Schiano’s Memorable Return to Seattle
Greg Schiano’s coaching journey began at Ramapo High School and took him through various positions, including his tenure in the NFL with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Reflecting on his return to Seattle, Schiano shared his memories of the stadium’s vibrant atmosphere during a recent press conference. “I haven’t been out to the University of Washington since the year 2000,” he stated, reminiscing about his time as the defensive coordinator for the Miami Hurricanes.
Historic 2000 Matchup Recalled
Schiano’s previous visit to Husky Stadium is etched in college football history. In 2000, his Hurricanes faced a robust Washington team, succumbing to a narrow 34–29 defeat in front of 74,000 enthusiastic fans. Coached by Rick Neuheisel, Washington finished third nationally that season, denying Miami a coveted BCS National Championship berth.
Rutgers’ Pursuit of Victory Against Washington
This evening’s game brings an opportunity for Schiano to make history by leading Rutgers to its first victory over Washington in Seattle. To date, Rutgers has a 1–2 record against the Huskies, with past encounters mostly favoring Washington. The Scarlet Knights last faced a 48–13 loss in Seattle in 2016 and a 30–14 defeat in New Jersey the following year. However, Rutgers turned the tide last season with a tight 21–18 victory at SHI Stadium.
Key Matchup Preview
As the teams prepare for this exciting matchup, Rutgers aims to halt a potential third consecutive Big Ten loss. They face a formidable Washington team that recently staged a 20-point comeback against Maryland. Fans can tune into Fox Sports 1 (FS1) for live coverage, starting at 9:00 p.m. ET (6:00 p.m. PT), to catch all the exhilarating action.
