EMMANUEL OGBOLE NEWS

Plays two minutes in return Ogbole (knee) produced no counting stats across two minutes during Sunday's 95-85 win over USC.

Impact Ogbole made his return to action Sunday after previously being ruled out for the remainder of the 2025 season with a knee injury. Though he played just two minutes and failed to record a counting stat, his presence on the court was a very encouraging sign for the 6-foot-10 junior. His next chance to up his minutes will come against Michigan on Thursday.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Sunday Ogbole (knee) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against USC, per Brian Fonseca of NJ.com.

Impact It's a surprising update as Ogbole was previously thought to be out for the remainder of the 2025 season with a knee injury, but it appears he could make his return as soon as Sunday. The 6-foot-10 junior averaged 3.5 points and 4.4 rebounds per game for the Scarlet Knights prior to his injury and would be a welcome addition to the team heading into the home stretch of the regular season.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Out for season Ogbole (knee) will miss the remainder of the 2024-25 season, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Ogbole will be sidelined for the remainder of the season as the result of a knee injury. The 6-foot-10 junior averaged 3.5 points, 4.3 rebounds and 0.5 blocks across 19 outings (15 starts) this season on 14.8 minutes per game. Freshman center Lathan Sommerville will likely be called upon to play a larger role moving forward.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 10 in stunning loss Ogbole accumulated 10 points (4-5 FG, 2-3 FT), two rebounds and one steal across 19 minutes during Sunday's 79-77 loss to Kennesaw State.

Impact Ogbole converted on 4-of-5 looks from the field, closing with 10 points, two rebounds and a steal during Sunday's loss against Kennesaw State. The 6-foot-10 junior has been effective as a limited starter this season, averaging 4.2 points, 2.8 rebounds and 0.2 steals on 11.8 minutes per game. Despite starting (likely to take the opening tip), Ogbole remains in a rotational role this season.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs five minutes Ogbole (undisclosed) logged two rebounds and a steal in five minutes during Thursday's loss to Wisconsin.

Impact Ogbole hadn't appeared in two games prior to Thursday but was able to get some limited action in during the Badgers. He's had a questionable tag leading into almost every single game this season and will continue to play limited minutes or none at all.

MARCH 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Ogbole is listed as questionable for Rutgers' clash with Wisconsin.

Impact Ogbole has missed the Scarlet Knights' previous two games. He's only appeared in seven contests this season.

MARCH 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still available Ogbole (undisclosed) logged zero points (0-1 FT) and one rebound across his five minutes during Rutgers' 63-46 loss Sunday against Maryland.

Impact Despite being questionable several times across Rutgers' six games played in February thus far, Ogbole has played during all of them. However, he logged fewer than 10 minutes all but once, resulting in him being established as a depth piece for Rutgers with little statistical upside.

FEBRUARY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Plays eight minutes Ogbole (undisclosed) logged zero points (0-1 FG), three rebounds and one assist across his eight minutes during Rutgers' 78-56 win Saturday against Wisconsin.

Impact Ogbole has played eight minutes off Rutgers' bench during each of his three games across February. In the three-matchup span, he logged three points, eight rebounds and one assist.

FEBRUARY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable vs. Maryland Ogbole (knee) has been listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against Maryland.

Impact Although he was given the questionable tag for this contest, Ogbole was able to make his season debut during the last week's matchup against Michigan. Barring any setbacks, the 6-foot-10 center should be available once again.

FEBRUARY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

How transfers Jeremiah Williams, Emmanuel Ogbole performed in Rutgers debut Transfers Jeremiah Williams and Emmanuel Ogbole made their Rutgers debuts on Saturday against Michigan. Here is how they did.

FEBRUARY 4, 2024 • NJ.COM

Termed questionable for Saturday Ogbole (knee) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game versus Michigan, per the Big Ten availability report.

Impact Ogbole has held the questionable designation numerous times of late, but he has yet to take the floor for the Scarlet Knights. On a positive note, Ogbole warmed up before Wednesday's contest and could be available soon, though it's unclear if the sophomore will have a role in the rotation even when healthy.

FEBRUARY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

DNP again Ogbole (knee) did not play during Rutgers' game Wednesday against Nebraska.

Impact Ogbole logged his 17th consecutive DNP of Rutgers' 2023-24 season. Now, the team is expected to play its next game Sunday at Illinois. It should not be surprising if Ogbole turns up questionable again before then.

JANUARY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted warming up Ogbole (knee) was seen warming up ahead of Wednesday's game against Nebraska, Brian Fonseca of The Star-Ledger reports.

Impact Ogbole was considered questionable for this contest so this is a good sign for his availability. Ogbole has not yet played in a game this season due to this knee injury, but it's looking like he could potentially make his debut Wednesday.

JANUARY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Wednesday Ogbole (knee) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against Nebraska.

Impact Ogbole has had the same questionable designation recently, but has not yet appeared in the game. If able to play, the sophomore will see the court for the first time this year.

JANUARY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Observed in warmups Ogbole was spotted participating during pregame warmups for Tuesday's game against Indiana, Chris Tsakonas of ScarletNation.com reports.

Impact Ogbole is listed as questionable for this matchup but his participation in drills bodes well for his chances of playing.

JANUARY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out vs. Ohio State Ogbole (knee) will not play in Wednesday's matchup against Ohio State, Brian Fonseca of The Star-Ledger reports.

Impact Ogbole was deemed a game-time decision but was not observed dressed during warmups and will not be stepping into the court today. The sophomore center's season debut will hopefully be during Saturday's meeting against Iowa.

JANUARY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Ogbole (knee) has been termed questionable on Rutgers' injury report ahead of Wednesday's matchup with OSU.

Impact Ogbole has yet to see the court this season as he continues to deal with a lingering knee issue. The 6-foot-10 sophomore averaged 12.3 points and 8.2 rebounds with Monroe College last season, and it remains unclear what role he will have with the Scarlet Knights when he is able to make his program debut.

JANUARY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Ogbole (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's game versus Seton Hall.

Impact Ogbole has yet to suit up this season due to an undisclosed injury. His return timetable is uncertain.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Illinois Ogbole (undisclosed) is out for Rutgers' game Saturday against Illinois.

Impact Ogbole was out all of November and will continue to have the injury status for Rutgers' first game across December. Now, his next opportunity to play is at Wake Forest on Wednesday.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out once again Saturday Ogbole (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's game versus Howard.

Impact Ogbole is set to miss his fifth straight game Saturday with an undisclosed injury. His next chance to make his season debut is Monday versus St. Peter's.

NOVEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Friday Ogbole (undisclosed) is out for Friday's game versus Boston University, Brian Fonesca of NJ Advance reports.

Impact Ogbole will miss his second straight game to start the season due to an undisclosed injury. Antwone Woolfolk should continue to see backup center minutes behind Clifford Omoruyi in his absence. Ogbole's next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Bryant.

NOVEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for opener Ogbole (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Monday's opener against Princeton, Jerry Carino of the Asbury Park Press reports.

Impact It's unclear why Ogbole will be unable to go in the regular season opener. He was a big transfer that signed on in June after averaging 12.3 points and 8.2 rebounds per game at Monroe College. Hopefully Ogbole will be able to return to action soon.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE