UMass Upsets Rutgers as Massive Underdogs, Snaps Longest Losing Streak in CFB, Final Box Score Stats
UMass football ends a 25-game losing streak with a stunning upset over Rutgers
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The story so far
UMass football snapped the longest losing streak in college football history with a decisive victory over Rutgers. The Minutemen entered the game as 29.5-point underdogs, having gone winless in the previous season. The upset has significant implications for both teams.
Rutgers head coach Greg Schiano faces increased pressure after the loss. UMass, meanwhile, seeks to build on this momentum. The next game for UMass is against the University of Connecticut on September 11.
Rutgers will face off against Michigan State on September 11.
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Coverage (7)
- How to Watch UMass vs. Rutgers: TV Channel, Live Stream, Time FOX Sports · 5h ago
- UMass ends its 16-game losing streak with 37-21 win at Rutgers ESPN · 5h ago
- UMass goes from 0-12 to dominating Rutgers as 29.5-point underdog The New York Times · 5h ago
- UMASSACRE! Rutgers suffers shocking upset that derails season, throws Greg Schiano squarely on hot seat NJ.com · 5h ago
- Game 1: Football vs. UMass scarletknights.com · 5h ago
- All the numbers behind UMass' wild Week 1 upset of Rutgers ESPN · 5h ago
- UMass Upsets Rutgers as Massive Underdogs, Snaps Longest Losing Streak in CFB, Final Box Score Stats Bleacher Report · 5h ago
The obvious questions
What was the final score of the UMass vs. Rutgers game?
The final box score stats are available in coverage from Bleacher Report.
How long was UMass' losing streak before this game?
UMass had the longest losing streak in college football history, having lost 25 consecutive games.
What are the next games for UMass and Rutgers?
UMass will play the University of Connecticut on September 11. Rutgers will face Michigan State on September 11.
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