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Nine Eagles Sign With NFL Teams as Undrafted Free Agents

Bradley Smart • April 28, 2019

Nine BC players signed with NFL teams after the end of the annual draft, including Jeff Smith, Hamp Cheevers, Lukas Denis, and Connor Strachan.

What We Learned About BC’s 2019 Draft Class From the NFL Combine

Andy Backstrom • March 5, 2019

BC sent a school record seven prospects to Indianapolis—over the course of the four-day pre-draft workout period, some Eagles surprised, while others underwhelmed.

BC Hires Eric Lewis as Defensive Backs Coach

Peter Kim • January 25, 2019

Lewis arrives at BC with more than a decade of college coaching experience, including stints as defensive coordinator for Eastern Michigan and Weber State as well as a year at Louisville coaching cornerbacks.

Cheevers Decides to Forgo Senior Season, Declare for 2019 NFL Draft

Andy Backstrom • January 5, 2019

In his first year as a starter, Hamp Cheevers finished the season tied for the nation lead with seven interceptions and only allowed 35 receptions and 433 yards on 74 targets.

Season in Review: 2018 Football

Andy Backstrom • December 30, 2018

The Eagles cracked the AP Poll for the first time in a decade and made their first-ever appearance in the College Football Playoff rankings, but a three-game losing streak and a bowl cancellation changed the narrative of what looked like a special season.

Go Figure: How BC Reached the SERVPRO First Responder Bowl

Andy Backstrom • December 24, 2018

Although the final three games of the regular season ended in disappointing defeats, BC still enters the bowl season having been ranked for the first time since 2008 while additionally hosting College GameDay.

Walker, Cheevers Tabbed Walter Camp All-Americans

Andy Backstrom • December 6, 2018

Cornerback Hamp Cheevers and return man Michael Walker were named to the Walter Camp All-American Second Team on Thursday, becoming the 14th and 15th players in program history to earn Walter Camp All-American honors.

In Down Year for ACC, Eagles Fail to Capitalize and Falter Late

Bradley Smart • December 3, 2018

Despite traditionally strong programs like Virginia Tech, Miami, and Florida State struggling, the Eagles failed to take advantage and instead limped to a fourth-place finish in the Atlantic Division.

Program-Record-Breaking 13 Eagles Receive All-ACC Honors

Andy Backstrom • November 27, 2018

Ranking second in the conference only behind three-time defending league champion Clemson, BC boasts 13 All-ACC players this season—including four First Teamers—both of which are program records.

Notebook: Special Teams a Bright Spot in Eagles’ Loss to Clemson

Peter Kim • November 11, 2018

Michael Walker returned a punt 74 yards for a touchdown in the first quarter, but the Eagles managed just 113 total yards of offense and eight first downs in a dismal performance against the Tigers and their excellent defensive line.

Football’s Recent Performances Show it Deserves College GameDay

Peter Kim • November 5, 2018

The Eagles are playing their best football at the right time, and their last two wins over traditional ACC powerhouses show that they deserve the spotlight of College GameDay

Notebook: Levy, Defense Step Up When it Matters Most at Virginia Tech

Bradley Smart • November 4, 2018

Despite missing opportunities in the first half, BC used a breakout game from Travis Levy and a strong second-half defensive effort to score 21 unanswered points and down the Hokies on the road.