Rutgers Scoutcast

Rutgers legend Eric LeGrand joined the Rutgers Scoutcast to promote and discuss his upcoming Walk to Believe Fundraiser. The Walk to Believe event raised money annual for the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation. With lofty goals in year five, LeGrand discussed his personal connection to the charity and goals of beceoming a voice for spinal cord research. LeGrand also has some fun with host Sam Hellman about their early days at Rutgers, Game of Thrones and the best meal on campus.

Jon Newman is a lifelong Rutgers fan, donor, vocal social media supporter and public relations professional. With fundraising as the hot topic of May, Newman offers an insider's perspective on the impressive money raised toward facility improvements. the Scoutcast speaks with Newman about his personal history with Rutgers and role in building the R Vision brand. What makes Sarah Baumgartner a key cog of the Rutgers athletic department? Have a listen.

A key late addition for Rutgers in the 2016 recruiting class, quarterback Tylin Oden spoke in-depth with Scarlet Report days before his college enrollment. Oden went in detail about the visits that sealed his commitment to Rutgers and his thoughts on the offense. How fast can Oden be as a leader of the Rutgers offense? Have a listen.

Rutgers sent shockwaves through New Jersey when Holmdel (N.J.) St. John Vianney four-star offensive lineman Micah Clark announced a verbal commitment alongside his brother -- guard Jamaal Beaty. Clark is New Jersey's top prospect in the 2017 class, the first time the Scarlet Knights landed a No. 1 in-state recruit since Darius Hamilton in 2012. Clark spoke 1-on-1 with the Rutgers Scoutcast about why he chose the Scarlet Knights over literally every other school in the country. Who is Clark's favorite Rutgers player? What happens if the Scarlet Knights have a losing season? Have a listen.

Toms River (N.J.) North cornerback Bryce Watts was the second verbal commitment to Rutgers and coach Chris Ash. Watts, whose Rutgers ties date back to the early Greg Schiano days, spoke with Scarlet Report aboout why he chose the Scarlet Knights. Watts ranks as a three-star athlete in the Scout 2017 rankings, and projects to play cornerback for Ash in 2017.

Two Rutgers basketball beat writers sit down to discuss Steve Pikiell as the new head coach of the Scarlet Knights. Carino offers his insight on the second major hire by athletic director Pat Hobbs and reflects on the trying final season for coach Eddie Jordan. Carino covers Rutgers basketball for the Asbury Park Press, and you can find his content @NJHoopsHaven.

Rutgers wrestling made history in 2016 with the biggest NCAA tournament showing for the program. With 10 NCAA qualifiers and two All-Americans, head coach Scott Goodale sat down with Sam Hellman in the Barn. Goodale discusses his journey to Rutgers that began in 2007 after a career with Jackson (N.J.) Memorial. Goodale previews the NCAA tournament and hits on other topics including his favorite Rutgers memories and a relationship wtih UFC star Frankie Edgar.

Former two-time Rutgers team captain and PapaJohns.com Bowl MVP Mike Teel joins the Rutgers Scoutcast. Now the offensive coordinator at Don Bosco Prep, Teel reflects upon his time with both Rutgers and the Seatle Seahawks. Teel worked as a graduated assistant at Rutgers before he returned to his old high school. Teel discusses his favorite Rutgers memories, and the time his Scarlet Knights defeated Russell Wilson's N.C. State Wolfpack in a bowl game.