Now that its pursuit of Greg Schiano is likely dead, Rutgers may have its eyes set on one of his former assistants. Ohio State co-defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley, a Montvale native who worked for Schiano at Rutgers and with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, has emerged as one of the names atop the Scarlet Knights’ list as their coaching search begins anew, several individuals with knowledge of the process told NJ Advance Media. Hafley, 40, will be a prominent coaching candidate with many potential suitors given the No. 2-ranked Buckeyes’ defensive success in his first season in Columbus. But if Rutgers can offer the level of salary and support it was ready to pledge to Schiano before negotiations break apart, the Scarlet Knights should have a chance to land the well-respected assistant. Rutgers would like to finalize a hire quickly after Saturday’s season finale at Penn State, insiders say. Introducing Rutgers…
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