Rutgers QB Dylan Lonergan leaves game at Northwestern in 1st quarter with injury

Rutgers quarterback Dylan Lonergan exited Saturday’s game against No. 24 Northwestern in the opening quarter due to an injury. The incident occurred 6 minutes and 25 seconds into the first half. Lonergan was tackling when his head collided with that of Northwestern’s Kobie McKinzie, causing him to hit the ground. He remained on the field for a couple of minutes before being assisted by medical staff to a tent.

The senior quarterback was replaced by junior AJ Surace, who managed to score a field goal. Lonergan attempted to continue but did not return to the game. The university announced that a medical update would not be provided until after the match. Lonergan had started five games and accumulated 1,066 passing yards and 10 touchdowns prior to this incident.