NEW YORK — Greg Schiano’s first stint as head football coach at Rutgers produced some of the best years in program history.
In his second time around, Schiano believes the Scarlet Knights are moving in the right direction again.
Kyle Monangai rushed for 163 yards and a touchdown to help secure Rutgers’ first winning season in almost a decade with a 31-24 victory over Miami in the Pinstripe Bowl on Thursday at Yankee Stadium.
The Scarlet Knights (7-6) had not finished above .500 since the 2014 season, when they went 8-4 overall in their first year of Big Ten membership.
“I’m really happy for our team,” said Schiano, who wrapped up the fourth season of his second stint leading the Scarlet Knights. “I’m sure glad I’m doing it at Rutgers. It’s where I’m supposed to be.”