What they're saying about Rutgers football, Aug. 15

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Friday's practice is closed to the media. Rutgers' scrimmage Saturday — its final major tune-up before its Aug. 28 season opener — begins at 7 p.m. in High Point Solutions Stadium. 

Scarletknights.com: John Tsimis earning more playing time with dependability

Asbury Park Press: Josh Hicks, Robert Martin could vie for spot in backfield

Scarlet Scuttlebutt: Basketball coach Eddie Jordan draws Kyle Flood's eye

NJ.com: How Chris Laviano has progressed to team's backup quarterback

NJ.com: More on National Guard's visit to Rutgers' training camp practice

CBS Sports: Ralph Friedgen gives up comfortable retirement for play sheet

PennLive.com: Inside Martin's recovery after suffering ACL tear in 2013

— Tyler Barto