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BC’s Last Five Matchups With Dave Clawson’s Wake Forest

Bradley Smart • September 25, 2019

Steve Addazio and Dave Clawson have had no shortage of wild back-and-forth games over the last five years. Here's a look at each of them, from the 3-0 debacle to last year's shootout win in Winston-Salem.

Jarmond Believes First-Generation Student-Athletes Have Chance to Leave a Legacy

Andy Backstrom • December 3, 2018

Since arriving at BC, Director of Athletics Martin Jarmond has provided a support system for first-generation student-athletes, hosting meet-and-greets and debuting an informative and inclusive panel discussion.

Inhibitive Coaching Is Preventing BC From Reaching Its Potential

Peter Kim • October 1, 2018

For the last six years, a flawed offensive strategy and inattention to special teams has made it much more difficult than it should be for BC to win games.

Boston College Takes Down Wake Forest, Guarantees Bowl Eligibility

Michael Sullivan • November 26, 2016

All of the questions about making the postseason are over. The Eagles have notched their sixth win of the season.

Tyler Rouse and the Catch-22 of Young Players on Special Teams

Michael Sullivan • October 3, 2016

Steve Addazio has a big problem: does he go with young players on special teams? Or does he bring in the older guys to allow Tyler Rouse to thrive?

Davon Jones Highlights BC Offense in Victory Over Buffalo

Annabel Steele • October 1, 2016

Boston College football overpowered the University at Buffalo on both sides of the ball this weekend, but the Eagles should've taken advantage of good field position more throughout the game.

Despite Wagner Blowout, Addazio Sees Room for Improvement

Annabel Steele • September 24, 2016

The Eagles coasted to a 42-10 blowout of the Wagner Seahawks, but Steve Addazio still sees room for improvement heading into tougher games later in the season.

Some Positives Can Be Found in Football’s Season-Opening Defeat

Michael Sullivan • September 4, 2016

While everyone has focused on the negatives from Boston College football's 17-14 defeat in Dublin, sports editor Michael Sullivan wishes to remind you of the good. Yes, there is some good. Really.

Late Field Goal Lifts Syracuse Over BC On Rivalry Week

Alec Greaney • November 28, 2015

Jeff Smith and Tyler Rouse tore up the turf at the Carrier Dome, but the Eagles finish in last place after going winless in the ACC.

Poor Clock Management, Predictable Play-Calling Hinder BC

Tom DeVoto • September 27, 2015

Despite a win, Boston College nearly gift-wrapped the game to Northern Illinois with poor clock management and a predictable play-calling strategy.

Hilliman, Makeshift Offense Shed Woes To Help BC Squeak Past NIU

Michael Sullivan • September 26, 2015

A patchwork offense, led by Jonathan Hilliman's resurgence and a two-QB system, lifted the Eagles over Northern Illinois.

A Little Patience Will Lead To A Lot Of Excitement For Wade, Eagles

Jack Stedman • September 6, 2015

Darius Wade and the Eagles will excite a lot of people with their dynamic passing game. If only we all stay a little patient.