Notre Dame Among Three CFP Teams to Visit Alumni Stadium Next Season
CHESTNUT HILL, Mass. – The Boston College Eagles' 2025 football schedule is here, and it’s packed with marquee matchups, tough ACC battles, and three home games against College Football Playoff (CFP) teams. With a mix of familiar rivals and exciting challenges, the second season under head coach Bill O’Brien promises to be action-packed.
Here’s a breakdown of the schedule, including each opponent and the Eagles' chances of victory:
Complete 2025 Schedule with a Way-To-Early Breakdown
Aug. 30 – Fordham (Home)
Summary: The Eagles open the season against the Rams, a historic matchup not played since 1954.
Prediction: Likely win. BC should dominate against this Patriot League opponent.
Sept. 6 – Michigan State (Away)
Summary: A road test against a Big Ten team BC narrowly beat in 2024.
Prediction: Toss-up. Michigan State will be seeking revenge, but BC has momentum.
Sept. 13 – Stanford (Away)
Summary: BC’s first trip to California to face an ACC rival with a rich football tradition.
Prediction: Slight underdog. Long travel and Stanford’s home advantage could make this tough.
Bye Week
Sept. 27 – California (Home)
Summary: BC welcomes Cal for the first meeting in nearly four decades.
Prediction: Likely win. The Eagles are strong at home and match up well.
Oct. 4 – Pittsburgh (Away)
Summary: A key ACC clash against a team BC handled in 2024.
Prediction: Slight favorite. The Eagles will look to keep momentum against the Panthers.
Oct. 11 – Clemson (Home)
Summary: BC hosts a perennial powerhouse and CFP contender in a statement game.
Prediction: Heavy underdog. Clemson’s talent makes this a tough hill to climb.
Oct. 18 – Connecticut (Home)
Summary: The Eagles rekindle the regional rivalry against UConn in a non-conference matchup.
Prediction: Likely win. BC is historically dominant against the Huskies.
Oct. 25 – Louisville (Away)
Summary: A road showdown against a rising ACC program BC narrowly lost to in 2024.
Prediction: Toss-up. Louisville’s home-field edge makes this game tricky.
Nov. 1 – Notre Dame (Home)
Summary: The Fighting Irish, fresh off a CFP appearance, return to Alumni Stadium.
Prediction: Heavy underdog. BC faces a daunting challenge against an elite squad.
Nov. 8 – SMU (Home)
Summary: The Eagles face SMU for the third consecutive year in another CFP-caliber matchup.
Prediction: Underdog. SMU’s high-powered offense will test BC’s defense.
Nov. 15 – Georgia Tech (Home)
Summary: BC closes its home slate against a team they handled comfortably in 2023.
Prediction: Likely win. The Eagles should defend home turf with confidence.
Bye Week
Nov. 29 – Syracuse (Away)
Summary: BC visits its regional rival for the 58th all-time meeting in a season finale.
Prediction: Toss-up. Rivalry games are always unpredictable, but BC has a shot.
With seven home games, including matchups against CFP teams Notre Dame, Clemson, and SMU, the 2025 schedule offers fans an exciting opportunity to see top-tier competition at Alumni Stadium. Season tickets are available now at BCEagles.com.
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