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Behind Enemy Lines Preview: The Rutgers Scarlet Knights

As we get closer to the 2021 football season, we decided to poll the other sites in the SB Nation family to get a sense of where their programs are at. Today’s edition welcomes Aaron Breitman of On The Banks to preview the Rutgers Scarlet Knights, who Michigan will see on Sept. 25 in Ann Arbor

Here is the full rundown from Breitman on what the Scarlet Knights bring back and how the fanbase feels about their outlook moving forward.

Your team’s key departures

Michael Dwumfour, defensive tackle, Honorable Mention All-Big Ten selection; Brendon White, safety, Honorable Mention All-Big Ten selection;

Your team’s key returnees

Noah Vedral, starting quarterback; Isaih Pacheco, running back, top rusher; Bo Melton, top receiver, Honorable Mention All-Big Ten; Aron Cruickshank, receiver and returner, Big Ten Return Specialist of the Year & First Team All-Big Ten; Olakunle Fatukasi, linebacker, led Big Ten in tackles & First Team selection; Tyshon Fogg, linebacker, three-year starter, and captain, Honorable Mention All-Big Ten selection; Christian Izien, safety, lead the team with 4 interceptions, Honorable Mention All-Big Ten; Avery Young, cornerback, three-year starter led Big Ten with three forced fumbles, Honorable Mention All-Big Ten selection; Mike Tverdov, defensive end, Honorable Mention All-Big Ten selection; Mohamed Toure, linebacker, led the team with 4.