The Blackout is Back: Oct. 3 vs. Indiana
Aug 25 | Football
PISCATAWAY, N.J. – "The Blackout is Back" for Rutgers football's Homecoming & Family Weekend matchup on Saturday, Oct. 3 against Indiana at SHI Stadium. The game is presented by RWJBarnabas Health and kicks off at 8 p.m.
Tickets are on sale at ScarletKnights.com.
Fans are encouraged to wear black and be in their seats by 7:30 p.m. to see the pregame light and fireworks spectacular. The team will bring out its black uniforms and helmets. Gear up with special Blackout merchandise available at the Rutgers Team Shop. Students in attendance will receive a Blackout t-shirt, while supplies last.
The Rutgers Boardwalk, presented by Visit New Jersey, opens at 4 p.m., featuring free rides and games, activities, live entertainment and fun for the whole family.
Stay tuned for special recognitions honoring the 2026 Rutgers Athletics Hall of Fame class and the 1976 football team. The 11-0 Scarlet Knights led the nation in scoring defense (7.6), total defense (179.2) and rushing defense (83.9), holding eight opponents under 10 points with four shutouts.
Rutgers opens the season Thursday, Sept. 3 hosting UMass at SHI Stadium. Season and single game tickets for all seven home games are on sale. To purchase, visit 2026 Ticket Central or call 866-445-GORU (4678). Benefits of being a season ticket holder include an exclusive opportunity to purchase season parking on Busch campus within walking distance to SHI Stadium, a payment plan option and other Rutgers ticket offers throughout the year.
The Provident Bank Stadium Club returns as the exclusive, premium hospitality space at SHI Stadium. Limited seats remain, book your spot today.
Rutgers Athletics is proud to announce the launch of R Guest Services, a new game day unit dedicated to providing exceptional support and assistance to fans attending Scarlet Knights sporting events. R Guest Services has been established to enhance the overall fan experience by serving as a visible, approachable resource throughout athletic venues on game day. Team members will be stationed strategically across venues to answer questions, provide directions and information, assist with guest needs and respond to customer concerns in real time.
2026 Rutgers Football
Thursday, Sept. 3 (Postgame Fireworks) vs. UMass, 6 p.m., Big Ten Network
Friday, Sept. 11 at Boston College, 7:30 p.m., ESPN2
Saturday, Sept. 19 (New Jersey Day/Scarlet Out) vs. USC*, 3:30 p.m., CBS (presented by Motorola Solutions)
Friday, Sept. 25 (Sir Henry's Birthday Bash & Eric LeGrand's "A Walk to Believe") vs. Howard, 7 p.m., Big Ten Network (presented by GGL Injury Lawyers)
Saturday, Oct. 3 (Homecoming & Family Weekend/The Blackout) vs. Indiana*, 8 p.m. (presented by RWJBarnabas Health)
Saturday, Oct. 17 at Maryland*, no later than 5 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 24 at Northwestern*
Saturday, Oct. 31 (Halloween on the Banks) vs. Michigan* (presented by PNC Bank)
Saturday, Nov. 7 at Wisconsin*
Saturday, Nov. 14 (Military Appreciation) vs. Nebraska* (presented by Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
Saturday, Nov. 21 at Penn State*
Saturday, Nov. 28 (Holiday Fest/Senior Day) vs. Michigan State* (presented by Provident Bank)
* - Big Ten
All Times Eastern
Follow Rutgers football on X (@RFootball & @RUboardwalk), Facebook (/RFootballShow) and Instagram (@rfootball & @ruboardwalk) for the latest news and updates. Also subscribe to the YouTube channel.
Tickets are on sale at ScarletKnights.com.
Fans are encouraged to wear black and be in their seats by 7:30 p.m. to see the pregame light and fireworks spectacular. The team will bring out its black uniforms and helmets. Gear up with special Blackout merchandise available at the Rutgers Team Shop. Students in attendance will receive a Blackout t-shirt, while supplies last.
The Rutgers Boardwalk, presented by Visit New Jersey, opens at 4 p.m., featuring free rides and games, activities, live entertainment and fun for the whole family.
Stay tuned for special recognitions honoring the 2026 Rutgers Athletics Hall of Fame class and the 1976 football team. The 11-0 Scarlet Knights led the nation in scoring defense (7.6), total defense (179.2) and rushing defense (83.9), holding eight opponents under 10 points with four shutouts.
Rutgers opens the season Thursday, Sept. 3 hosting UMass at SHI Stadium. Season and single game tickets for all seven home games are on sale. To purchase, visit 2026 Ticket Central or call 866-445-GORU (4678). Benefits of being a season ticket holder include an exclusive opportunity to purchase season parking on Busch campus within walking distance to SHI Stadium, a payment plan option and other Rutgers ticket offers throughout the year.
The Provident Bank Stadium Club returns as the exclusive, premium hospitality space at SHI Stadium. Limited seats remain, book your spot today.
Rutgers Athletics is proud to announce the launch of R Guest Services, a new game day unit dedicated to providing exceptional support and assistance to fans attending Scarlet Knights sporting events. R Guest Services has been established to enhance the overall fan experience by serving as a visible, approachable resource throughout athletic venues on game day. Team members will be stationed strategically across venues to answer questions, provide directions and information, assist with guest needs and respond to customer concerns in real time.
2026 Rutgers Football
Thursday, Sept. 3 (Postgame Fireworks) vs. UMass, 6 p.m., Big Ten Network
Friday, Sept. 11 at Boston College, 7:30 p.m., ESPN2
Saturday, Sept. 19 (New Jersey Day/Scarlet Out) vs. USC*, 3:30 p.m., CBS (presented by Motorola Solutions)
Friday, Sept. 25 (Sir Henry's Birthday Bash & Eric LeGrand's "A Walk to Believe") vs. Howard, 7 p.m., Big Ten Network (presented by GGL Injury Lawyers)
Saturday, Oct. 3 (Homecoming & Family Weekend/The Blackout) vs. Indiana*, 8 p.m. (presented by RWJBarnabas Health)
Saturday, Oct. 17 at Maryland*, no later than 5 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 24 at Northwestern*
Saturday, Oct. 31 (Halloween on the Banks) vs. Michigan* (presented by PNC Bank)
Saturday, Nov. 7 at Wisconsin*
Saturday, Nov. 14 (Military Appreciation) vs. Nebraska* (presented by Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
Saturday, Nov. 21 at Penn State*
Saturday, Nov. 28 (Holiday Fest/Senior Day) vs. Michigan State* (presented by Provident Bank)
* - Big Ten
All Times Eastern
Follow Rutgers football on X (@RFootball & @RUboardwalk), Facebook (/RFootballShow) and Instagram (@rfootball & @ruboardwalk) for the latest news and updates. Also subscribe to the YouTube channel.
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