Rutgers University will host Maryland in a Big Ten football matchup at SHI Stadium in Piscataway, New Jersey, on November 8, 2025. The game is scheduled to begin at 2:30 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on FS1.
This event marks Rutgers’ annual Military Appreciation game, presented by Provident Bank. The Scarlet Knights will wear American flag-themed helmets to honor service members. Free tickets for military personnel and veterans are available through a partnership with Vet Tix at VetTix.org. Limited-edition Block R military merchandise can be purchased online or at the stadium while supplies last.
Pre-game activities include a military flyover and displays of military vehicles along The Rutgers Boardwalk for fan photos. Service members will be recognized throughout the day, participate in the pep rally, and line the pregame tunnel as the team enters the field.
The Rutgers Boardwalk, which opens at 10 a.m., features family-friendly entertainment such as superhero meet-and-greets, free rides and games, live performances, and opportunities to write letters to troops overseas. Game-day giveaways include “Beat Maryland” buttons and shakers.
To improve entry into SHI Stadium, fans may enter through any gate with an approved bag and pass through weapons detection systems without emptying their pockets. Details on permitted bag sizes are available online. Medically necessary items are allowed after inspection.
Digital tickets remain in use for all attendees; these can be added to Apple Wallet or Google Wallet apps for contactless entry. Digital parking passes function similarly. Assistance from ticket staff will be available on-site for any digital ticket issues.
SHI Stadium operates cashless concessions and merchandise stands; only credit or debit cards are accepted. A cash-to-card kiosk is provided at section 113 for those needing to convert cash into debit cards.
Fans parking at Jersey Mike’s Arena lots can use free campus buses to reach SHI Stadium, with drop-off near Lot 53A by The Rutgers Boardwalk. ADA shuttles serve several lots before and after the game.
The game broadcast features Noah Reed (play-by-play) and Robert Smith (analyst) on FS1. Radio coverage includes Chris Carlin (play-by-play), Eric LeGrand and Mike Teel (analysts), Anthony Fucilli (sideline), Paul Shrager (engineer), Marc Malusis & Julian Pinnix-Odrick (pre/postgame). Student radio coverage is provided by WRSU 88.7-FM with Sean Newcomb & Chase Jacoby.
Rutgers currently holds a record of 4-5 overall (1-5 Big Ten). The team ranks third nationally in blocked punts this season and has achieved top rankings in fewest penalties per game, first downs gained, time of possession, fourth down conversion percentage, fewest turnovers lost, passing offense, and yards per completion.
Quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis leads the Big Ten with 2,476 passing yards this season—eighth nationally—and has recorded four games with over 300 passing yards each. Running back Antwan Raymond has scored 11 touchdowns so far this year and ranks third in rushing yards within the conference.
Defensively, Robb Smith serves as co-defensive coordinator alongside Zach Sparber. Defensive lineman Eric O’Neill leads Rutgers with 5.5 tackles-for-loss; linebacker Dariel Djabome has registered two forced fumbles this season; defensive back Jett Elad leads the team in tackles.
On special teams under head coach Greg Schiano’s tenure, Rutgers has blocked more kicks than any other program since 2022—76 total including three blocked punts this season alone.
Rutgers faces Maryland for the twelfth consecutive season as Big Ten opponents—the twenty-first meeting overall between these programs—with Rutgers having won last year’s matchup on the road by a score of 31-17 to secure bowl eligibility.
Following this week’s contest against Maryland, Rutgers will have an open week before traveling to face Ohio State on November 22.
