The Scarlet Knights were outgained, 521-299, but proved to be tough in the red zone and even better in critical defensive moments. They were disciplined when Washington was not, and the defense — rightfully so — held on just long enough to seal the 21-18 win.

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Decisive wins over FCS Howard and Akron, which has eight combined wins in the last six seasons, did very little to shift the public perception of Rutgers, which has hovered around the same average position in most national rankings since the preseason.