Boston College football missed its chance to get its first eight-win season since 2009. But through recruiting, the transfer portal, and retaining as much as possible of this season’s team, O’Brien and his staff are looking ahead with the goal of doing so next season. Here are some final thoughts on this season.
Bill O’Brien is tasked with claiming a bowl win in first season as Boston College football’s head coach as the Eagles travel to New York City to take on Nebraska at Yankee Stadium for the 2024 Pinstripe Bowl.
Donovan Ezeiruaku finished the season as the nation’s leader in sacks, earning recognition as 2024’s ACC Defensive Player of the Year.
After Boston College football’s matchup against the Panthers, the Eagles concluded the regular season 7–5 and 4–4 in ACC play.
Saturday’s win snapped the Eagles’ three-game losing streak and moved them one win away from bowl eligibility.
On Thursday night, Boston College football fell to Virginia Tech 42–21 after allowing the Hokies to take a 28–0 lead in the first half.
Despite entering halftime with a 14–6 advantage, Boston College football’s offense proceeded to collapse as Virginia ultimately downed the Eagles 24–14.
Read Maria Stefanoudakis’ notebook on Boston College football’s 21–20 win over Western Kentucky on Saturday afternoon.
Boston College football narrowly survived Western Kentucky with a 21–20 win over the Hilltoppers.
Read the notebook about Boston College football’s win over Michigan State.
