It has been an eventful National Signing Day. Rutgers signing day was a big one as the struggling team added much-needed depth at each position. Here, I look at the top Rutgers Signing Day recruits and why they will help the Scarlet Knights, as well as key takeaways. I will also provide a list of each recruit at the end after a big Rutgers signing day.
Rutgers Signing Day: Top Recruits
While Rutgers did not get the top national players, there were key pieces the team filled. It is too early to truly predict how a player will translate to college. Any of these players can turn into a star for the Scarlet Knights. Here are the top prospects that Rutgers has signed so far that can boost their team.
Dylan Braithwaite: Wide Reciever
On this Rutgers Signing day, wide receiver Dylan Braithwaite officially agreed to become a Scarlet Knight. Braithwaite signed his letter of intent back in June and stuck with his plan. The weakest link of the Scarlet Knights during the 2022 season was their offense. This added depth at the receiver position can help put more points on the board and get the team more wins.
Ajani Sheppard: Quarterback
Only one quarterback was announced on the Rutgers signing day. Ajani Sheppard signed his letter of intent with Rutgers back in November, and today it is official. Rutgers has had a poor season at the quarterback position. Although it can be assumed as of now that Gavin Wimsatt will remain the starter, the Scarlet Knights also had an injury issue at that position this past season. This means there is a chance for Sheppard to see the field in 2023.
Logan Blake: Tight End
Tight end Logan Blake is an important addition to the Scarlet Knights on this Rutgers signing day. In the 2022 season, tight end Johnny Langan was heavily relied on by the Rutgers offense. As he was a senior, the team will need a new player in that position they can depend on. Blake can be just the guy that Rutgers needs in 2023.
Rutgers Signing Day: Key takeaways
As of now, Rutgers has added four offensive linemen to this Scarlet Knights roster. This is key for a team with offensive struggles. According to ESPN, the quarterback was sacked 26 times this season. A better offensive line can give the quarterback more time to find one of their offensive targets open. There were only 11 passing touchdowns in 2022, and that can grow with stronger quarterback protection.
There was also an added depth to the linebacker position. Rutgers has a strong defense, but there needs to be more depth in that position, especially if there is an injury. Deion Jennings has played four years with Rutgers, and if he continues one more year, Jennings can help these young linebackers develop.
Rutgers Signing Day: Full List of Recruits
Below is a list of players who have been added to the 2023 roster on this Rutgers signing day. There is a chance that this list will be edited if more recruits do announce that they have signed to play for the Rutgers Scarlet Knights.
Jashon Benjamin: Running Back
Logan Blake: Tight End
Dylan Braithwaite: Wide Reciever
Jake Eldridge: Long Snapper
Davoun Fuse: Linebacker
Deondre Johnson: Wide Reciever
Bo Mascoe: Athlete
Vilay Nakkoun Jr: Wide Reciever
Jesse Ofurie: Athlete
Nick Oliveira: Offensive Lineman
JaSiré Peterson: Defensive Tackle
Djibril Abdou Rahman: Defensive End
Dominic Rivera: Offensive Lineman
Ajani Sheppard: Quarterback
John Stone: Offensive Lineman
Ian Strong: Defensive Back
Famah Toure: Wide Reciever
Mozell Williams: Offensive Lineman
Abram Wright: Linebacker
The added depth to each position can be a big help for Rutgers ahead of the 2023 season. This was a decent Rutgers signing day, as they covered their basic needs.
For More NFL and NCAA Content:
Be sure to check out this article explaining Michael Dixon’s transfer to Rutgers, and last week’s Top 5 Rutgers Games of the Season. Read here for Penn State’s top players who have already declared for the NFL Draft.
Be sure to check out this week’s, Underestimated Player Spotlight to see who I chose, as well as last week’s here. Also, check out this article on the 49ers. Also, check out my most recent article about the 49ers’ top players against the Seahawks, and if it is time for running back Jordan Mason to get more playing time.
