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Rutgers' Kwabena Asamoah Named to ESPN All-America Team

1/16/2026

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Kwabena Asamoah (Rutgers offensive lineman) was named to the ESPN 2025 All-America Second Team.
Asamoah has started 25 consecutive games, helping Rutgers' offense average 389.1 yards per game in the Big Ten.
His line supported a 1,241-yard rushing season for Antwan Raymond and a 3,000-yard passing season for Athan Kaliakmanis.
This marks Rutgers' first three-player postseason recognition since 2006.
Asamoah will return for his final season in 2026.

History

Historical Context

In 2006, the Rutgers Scarlet Knights football team marked a historic turnaround by achieving its first bowl game appearance since 1978, finishing the season with an 11-2 record. Under head coach Greg Schiano, they defeated Kansas State 37-10 in the Texas Bowl, securing the program's first bowl victory. This success laid the foundation for continued growth and competitiveness in the Big Ten Conference.

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Story summary

Kwabena Asamoah (Rutgers offensive lineman) was named to the ESPN 2025 All-America Second Team.
Asamoah has started 25 consecutive games, helping Rutgers' offense average 389.1 yards per game in the Big Ten.
His line supported a 1,241-yard rushing season for Antwan Raymond and a 3,000-yard passing season for Athan Kaliakmanis.
This marks Rutgers' first three-player postseason recognition since 2006.
Asamoah will return for his final season in 2026.

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