Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs Boston College Eagles Prediction and Picks - November 1, 2025
Use Code SSWC Saturday afternoon College Football action, and we have a Notre Dame vs Boston College Prediction ready to rock and roll. After a 0-2 Start, the Fighting Irish have clawed their way back into the playoff picture by winning their last five games in a row, including a solid 34-24 home win over USC two weeks ago. The Eagles come in having lost their last seven games in a row, so they will not be a part of the bowl picture this year. Read on to see our Notre Dame vs Boston College prediction.
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Notre Dame Grabs Statement Win Over USC
Notre Dame rolls into Chestnut Hill at 5-2 overall, fresh off a statement 34-24 win over USC that showcased both resilience and balance. Running back Jeremiyah Love was the star of the night, exploding for 228 rushing yards and a touchdown while also contributing in the passing game. Quarterback CJ Carr managed the offense efficiently, throwing for 136 yards and a score, while adding a short rushing touchdown to seal the win. The Irish leaned on their ground game and timely defensive stops to pull away late, and it was the kind of performance that reminded everyone why this team remains in the thick of the New Year’s Six conversation.
Offensively, Notre Dame has been one of the more balanced units in the country, averaging nearly 462 yards per game with a strong mix of run and pass. Love has been the workhorse, already approaching 800 rushing yards on the season, while Jadarian Price provides a dangerous change of pace. Carr has been steady, completing nearly 66 percent of his passes with 14 touchdowns against just four interceptions, and his ability to spread the ball to Jordan Faison and the tight ends has kept defenses honest. The Irish are scoring almost 40 points per game, ranking inside the top 10 nationally, and they’ve shown they can win shootouts or grind out physical battles in the trenches.
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Defensively, Notre Dame has been stout against the run, giving up just 100 yards per game on the ground, but the secondary has been more vulnerable, allowing over 250 passing yards per contest. That said, the unit has been opportunistic, forcing 15 turnovers already this season, and players like Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa and Adon Shuler have been difference-makers in key moments. Against Boston College, the Irish will look to dominate the line of scrimmage and force the Eagles into obvious passing situations, where their pass rush and ball-hawking secondary can take over. With their depth and talent advantage, Notre Dame enters this matchup as heavy favorites, but they’ll need to avoid looking ahead to Navy next week.
Eagles On Seven-Game Skid
Boston College, on the other hand, is limping into this game at 1-7 overall, coming off a 38-24 loss to Louisville that highlighted both their fight and their flaws. Quarterback Grayson James threw for 244 yards and three touchdowns, but he also tossed two costly interceptions that swung momentum. Running back Jordan McDonald provided balance with 80 yards on the ground, while Kaelan Chudzinski was a bright spot in the passing game, hauling in four catches for 80 yards and a score. The Eagles showed flashes of competitiveness, but turnovers and defensive breakdowns once again proved too much to overcome.
Offensively, Boston College has leaned on James to carry the load, as the run game has been inconsistent all season. They’re averaging just over 100 rushing yards per game, one of the lowest marks in the country, which has forced James into high-volume passing situations. While he’s shown the ability to make plays, completing 50 percent or more of his throws in most outings, the turnovers have piled up, and the lack of a consistent rushing attack has made the offense predictable. Wideout Lewis Bond has been the go-to target with over 500 receiving yards, while Chudzinski has emerged as a reliable option in the red zone. Against a Notre Dame defense that thrives on takeaways, protecting the football will be the Eagles’ top priority.
Defensively, Boston College has struggled mightily, giving up 34 points per game and allowing opponents to rack up over 410 total yards on average. The run defense has been particularly soft, surrendering 163 yards per contest, which is a dangerous weakness against a Notre Dame team that just gashed USC for nearly 230 on the ground. Linebacker Owen McGowan and defensive back KP Price have been the leaders, but the unit as a whole has been inconsistent in tackling and gap discipline. For the Eagles to hang around, they’ll need to find a way to slow down Love and force Carr into longer third downs. Otherwise, it could be another long afternoon for a team that has struggled to match up physically with top-tier opponents.
Notre Dame vs Boston College Pick
Notre Dame vs Boston College Spread Pick
- Boston College +28.5 (4 Units)
Boston College +28.5 makes sense because Notre Dame, while clearly the superior team, hasn’t consistently blown opponents out by four touchdowns. The Irish lean heavily on their run game with Jeremiyah Love, which often leads to long, methodical drives rather than quick-strike scoring. That style can eat up clock and limit total possessions, making it harder to separate by such a wide margin. Boston College, despite its struggles, has shown the ability to move the ball through the air with Grayson James and has enough offensive punch to avoid being completely shut down. Even if the Eagles fall behind early, their passing game gives them a chance to sneak in scores and keep the margin respectable.
On the other side, Notre Dame’s defense has been strong against the run but more vulnerable through the air, which plays into Boston College’s strength. If James can avoid turnovers and connect with Lewis Bond and Kaelan Chudzinski for a few chunk plays, the Eagles should be able to put points on the board. Combine that with the natural intensity of this rivalry and the fact that Notre Dame may rotate personnel once the game is in hand, and the backdoor cover becomes very realistic. The Irish should win comfortably, but Boston College has enough fight to stay within the number.
Notre Dame vs Boston College Over/Under Pick
- Over 56 (5 Units)
The over 56 looks appealing because Notre Dame’s offense has been rolling, averaging nearly 40 points per game, and Boston College, while overmatched, has shown enough in the passing game with Grayson James to put points on the board. The Irish just gashed USC for over 450 yards, and their ground game with Jeremiyah Love should have no trouble finding space against a BC defense giving up 163 rushing yards per contest. On the flip side, the Eagles have been able to hit on chunk plays through the air, and even if much of their scoring comes late, that still contributes to the total. With Notre Dame’s efficiency and Boston College’s ability to sneak in points, this matchup has the makings of a game that clears the number.
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