Rutgers Dismisses Ex-Wayne Hills Star QB From Football Team

WAYNE, NJ — Rutgers has dismissed two players, including a former Wayne Hills star quarterback, from the football team.

Former Patriot Brendan DeVara and defensive back K.J. Gray were dismissed from the team, Rutgers athletics spokesperson Hasim Phillips confirmed Wednesday. Phillips declined to comment on exactly why DeVara, a sophomore, and Gray, a junior, were dismissed, but NJ.com reported it was because they violated team rules.

DeVara played linebacker and special teams for the Scarlet Knights his freshman season. He appeared in 11 games, playing mostly on special teams. He had one tackle and assisted on another in 2017.

DeVara was a two-way player for Wayne Hills, playing at quarterback and linebacker as a senior. He helped the Patriots win an NJSIAA North Jersey 1 Group 4 title. He was named first team all-state, first team All-Group 4 by The Star-Ledger, and first-team All-Metro by MSG Varsity.

Gray played 10 games for the Scarlet Knights, recording 33 tackles, 11 sacks, and two interceptions.

Gary, a Newark native, attended St. Peter's Preparatory School in Jersey City. He was a two-way player at St. Peter's, appearing at both wide receiver and defensive back. He was the No. 23 ranked recruit in New Jersey by ESPN.

Photo: K.J. Gray (Rutgers University)

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Lead photo: Brendan DeVara (Rutgers University)