Florida names Georgia Tech transfer Aaron Philo starting quarterback for season opener

Rutgers University has officially announced that Boston College transfer Dylan Lonergan will be the starting quarterback for the Scarlet Knights in the upcoming 2026 season. The decision, which was reported by ESPN on August 24, 2026, saw Lonergan emerge victorious in a close competition against third-year quarterback AJ Surace. Lonergan is set to make his debut for Rutgers against UMass on September 3, 2026.

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