What they're saying about Rutgers football, Aug. 17

Saturday night's scrimmage was a boon for Rutgers' offense, which saw two 100-yard passers and several scorers during different field periods. The countdown is on: head coach Kyle Flood said the team will start preparing Wednesday for Washington State.

Trentonian: Andre Patton emerges as reliable No. 2 target at receiver

Trentonian: Who played, who sat, stats from Rutgers' second scrimmage

Scarletknights.com: Paul James shows encouraging signs with performance

Asbury Park Press: Steve Longa is in mold that Khaseem Greene created

Asbury Park Press: With scrimmage in books, Justin Goodwin gets more comfortable

NJ.com: Quarterbacks impress in controlled environment

NJ.com: Nadir Barnwell, Dre Boggs should be back soon, per Flood

The Record: Gary Nova wants to prove changes are permanent as senior

— Tyler Barto