Caleb Johnston Exits Rutgers: Former Washington LS Leaves Program for Personal Reasons
Caleb Johnston, a 5-11, 221-pound Long Snapper from Ripon, CA, arrived at Rutgers in summer 2025 as a high-profile transfer from Washington, where he played nine games in 2024 and earned Big Sky All-Conference honors with two years of eligibility remaining [2][5][7]. Initially projected to immediately replace Austin Riggs as the starter [6], Johnston’s differentiators included his proven game experience at the Pac-12 level and strong work ethic training with elite LS Matt Overton [7]. However, in August 2025, he exited the Rutgers program alongside two teammates for personal reasons, ending his tenure before appearing in a game [3]. While his technical snapping ability and intensity were promising, his sudden departure raises significant fit concerns for teams seeking roster stability; he is not currently available for selection.
