Rutgers coach Greg Schiano says the Scarlet Knights face a big challenge on Friday night when they host Iowa in their Big Ten opener, The Scarlet Knights enter the league race with a record of 3-0. Schiano says Kirk Ferentz has developed one of the most consistent programs in the country.

With injuries at running back, receiver and left tackle, Schiano says he Iowa defense may be even tougher to solve.

Rutgers has averaged more than 46 points in three games but the challenge becomes much tougher this week.

Schiano says this would be a big win to open Big Ten play if they can get it.

Schiano says the running ability of Iowa quarterback Mark Gronowski gives the Hawkeye offense an added dimension.

Friday night is a black out at Rutgers and Schiano says they need the home field to be an advantage.