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Rutgers Athletic Director Pat Hobbs Resigns Citing Health Issues

Hobbs steps down after nine years, with Ryan Pisarri named interim director as Rutgers searches for a permanent replacement.

  • Pat Hobbs resigned following advice from his cardiac team after recent health evaluations.
  • Hobbs' tenure included significant hires like Steve Pikiell and Greg Schiano, revitalizing Rutgers' basketball and football programs.
  • Ryan Pisarri, the deputy athletic director, will serve as interim AD during the search for a permanent replacement.
  • Hobbs' departure comes just weeks before the start of a highly anticipated football season.
  • Under Hobbs, Rutgers saw its first football winning season since 2014 and notable improvements in basketball.
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