The 1981 Rutgers Scarlet Knights football team represented

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in the

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. In their ninth season under head coach

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, the Scarlet Knights compiled a 5–6 record while competing as an independent and were outscored by their opponents 208 to 139. The team's statistical leaders included Ralph Leek with 926 passing yards, Albert Ray with 679 rushing yards, and Andrew Baker with 356 receiving yards.

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Rutgers Scarlet Knights football seasons

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