The Rutgers senior class just grew by five.
Reserve linebackers Brandon Russell and Eric Margolis, punter Michael Cintron, defensive lineman Jimmy Hogan and walk-on defensive back Davante McDuffie participated in the senior tribute after Thursday's final practice, NJ Advance Media has learned.
All five -- who will join 21 others in Senior Day pregame festivities Saturday -- are listed as redshirt juniors on the roster, meaning they each have one year of eligibility remaining should they choose to pursue a transfer. The Big Ten guarantees scholarships for four years, not five.
A graduate transfer or a drop down to the FCS ranks would result in immediate eligibility.