Big Ten · Piscataway, NJ
Rutgers University Scheme Analysis
Offensive and defensive schemes, concepts, and tendencies for the Scarlet Knights football program.
Coaching Staff
Greg SchianoHead Coach
View Profile →Kirk CiarroccaOffensive Coordinator
TBD (searching after parting with Robb Smith and Zach Sparber)Defensive Coordinator
Offensive System
Pro-Style RPO
Key Traits
balancedphysicalrpo heavy
Primary Concepts
- RPO
- Power Running
- Play-Action
Analysis Notes
Kirk Ciarrocca runs pro-style offense with modern RPO concepts. Schiano praised Ciarrocca as exactly what he wants in a coordinator - leads the room, calls the plays, and leads the players.
Defensive System
TBD
Key Traits
rebuildingflexible
Primary Concepts
- TBD under new coordinator
Analysis Notes
Major defensive staff overhaul after parting with co-DCs Robb Smith and Zach Sparber following 5-7 season. Defense surrendered 7.6 yards per play, worst in Big Ten since before 2000. Schiano said he's 'not tied to any scheme' for new DC hire.
Research Sources
- https://scarletknights.com/sports/football/coaches
- https://247sports.com/college/rutgers/article/greg-schiano-outlines-his-vision-for-the-rutgers-dc-search-im-not-tied-to-any-scheme-266738240/
Last researched: 12/23/2025