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Jai Patel's Last-Second Kick Secures Rutgers' Big Ten Victory

10/26/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Rutgers kicker Jai Patel drilled a 30-yard field goal as time expired to beat Purdue 27-24 on October 25, 2025, giving Rutgers its first Big Ten win and Patel his first game-winning field goal.
Patel had missed five of his first eight attempts this season, and he drew support from Greg Schiano.
He embraced a "next-kick mentality" as teammates celebrated at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette.

History

Historical Context

The Big Ten Conference expanded in 2014 by adding Rutgers University and Maryland, altering college football dynamics. Rutgers struggled initially, finishing its first Big Ten season with a 8-5 record, including a bowl victory. In 2025, Jai Patel's game-winning field goal against Purdue symbolized a resurgence under coach Greg Schiano, enhancing Rutgers' competitiveness in a historically strong conference.

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Story summary

Rutgers kicker Jai Patel drilled a 30-yard field goal as time expired to beat Purdue 27-24 on October 25, 2025, giving Rutgers its first Big Ten win and Patel his first game-winning field goal.
Patel had missed five of his first eight attempts this season, and he drew support from Greg Schiano.
He embraced a "next-kick mentality" as teammates celebrated at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette.

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