Notre Dame Defeats Boston College 25-10 in NCAAF Clash
Saturday, November 1, 2025, 3:30 PM ET · Alumni Stadium (Chestnut Hill, MA)
Notre Dame Fighting Irish 25, Boston College Eagles 10, final. Our NCAAF picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs Boston College Eagles?
Notre Dame Fighting Irish beat Boston College Eagles 25-10 at Alumni Stadium (Chestnut Hill, MA) on November 1, 2025.
In a decisive matchup at Alumni Stadium in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish secured a 25-10 victory over the Boston College Eagles. This game highlighted the stark contrast in the teams' recent performances, with Notre Dame entering the contest on a five-game winning streak, while Boston College was struggling with a seven-game losing streak.
Boston College's record now stands at 1-8 for the season, with their only win coming against Fordham Rams on August 30, where they triumphed 66-10. Since that victory, the Eagles have faced a series of defeats, including a 24-38 loss to the Louisville Cardinals in their most recent outing on October 25. Over their last ten games, Boston College has a record of 3-7, averaging 28.9 points scored per game while allowing 31.9 points. Their home record is 3-3, but they have struggled significantly on the road, going 0-4. In their last five games, they have averaged just 17.6 points scored and allowed 38.6 points, indicating a sharp decline in form.
In contrast, Notre Dame improved to 7-2 with this victory, marking their sixth consecutive win. The Fighting Irish have been formidable, boasting an 8-2 record over their last ten games, with an impressive scoring average of 40.7 points per game while allowing only 21.2 points. Their away record is now 2-1, and they have been particularly strong at home, with a 6-1 record. In their last five games, they have averaged 42.0 points scored and only 16.2 points allowed, showcasing their dominant performance during this stretch.
The matchup also featured a notable injury picture. However, specific details regarding player injuries were not provided in the block.
From a betting perspective, the market indicated a significant disparity between the two teams, with Boston College's win probability listed at 0.0 according to the final odds.
Conditions during the game were not detailed in the block, but the atmosphere at Alumni Stadium typically features a passionate crowd that can influence the home team's performance.
Viewers watching the game were likely to observe Notre Dame's high-scoring offense in action, particularly their ability to capitalize on Boston College's defensive vulnerabilities. The Eagles, on the other hand, were expected to struggle to maintain their scoring average against a well-rounded Fighting Irish defense that has been effective in limiting opponents' scoring opportunities.
Overall, this game served as a clear illustration of the current state of both programs, with Notre Dame continuing to build momentum as they push toward the end of the season, while Boston College seeks to find answers to reverse their troubling trend.
Leaders
- Passing yardsGrayson James25/37, 240 YDS, 1 TD, 2 INTBoston College Eagles
- Rushing yardsTurbo Richard16 CAR, 26 YDSBoston College Eagles
- Receiving yardsLewis Bond8 REC, 92 YDSBoston College Eagles
- Passing yardsCJ Carr18/25, 299 YDS, 2 TDNotre Dame Fighting Irish
- Rushing yardsJeremiyah Love17 CAR, 136 YDS, 2 TDNotre Dame Fighting Irish
- Receiving yardsJordan Faison4 REC, 82 YDSNotre Dame Fighting Irish
Recent form
Boston College Eagles
Last 10: 3-7Streak L728.9 scored · 31.9 allowed per game3-3 at home
- L24-38at Louisville CardinalsOct 25
- L23-38vs UConn HuskiesOct 18
- L10-41vs Clemson TigersOct 11
- L7-48at Pittsburgh PanthersOct 4
- L24-28vs California Golden BearsSep 27
- L20-30at Stanford CardinalSep 14
- L40-42at Michigan State SpartansSep 6
- W66-10vs Fordham RamsAug 30
- W34-23vs Pittsburgh PanthersNov 30
- W41-21vs North Carolina Tar HeelsNov 23
Notre Dame Fighting Irish
Last 10: 8-2Streak W540.7 scored · 21.2 allowed per game2-1 away
- W34-24vs USC TrojansOct 18
- W36-7vs NC State WolfpackOct 11
- W28-7vs Boise State BroncosOct 4
- W56-13at Arkansas RazorbacksSep 27
- W56-30vs Purdue BoilermakersSep 20
- L40-41vs Texas A&M AggiesSep 13
- L24-27at Miami HurricanesAug 31
- W49-35at USC TrojansNov 30
- W49-14vs Army Black KnightsNov 24
- W35-14vs Virginia CavaliersNov 16
Standings
| Team | Overall | In conference |
|---|---|---|
| Notre Dame | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| UConn | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Virginia | 1-0 | 1-0 |
| Florida State | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| North Carolina | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| Stanford | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| Boston College | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| California | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Clemson | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Duke | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Georgia Tech | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Louisville | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Miami | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Pittsburgh | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| SMU | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Syracuse | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Virginia Tech | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Wake Forest | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| NC State | 0-1 | 0-1 |
Box score
| Stat | Notre Dame Fighting Irish | Boston College Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| First downs | 22 | 21 |
| Third downs | 3-10 | 8-18 |
| Fourth downs | 2-4 | 2-4 |
| Total yards | 458 | 281 |
| Net passing yards | 299 | 269 |
| Completions | 18/26 | 30/45 |
| Yards per pass | 11.5 | 6.0 |
| Rushing yards | 159 | 12 |
| Rushing attempts | 29 | 33 |
| Yards per rush | 5.5 | 0.4 |
| Penalties | 7-67 | 9-80 |
| Turnovers | 1 | 3 |
| Fumbles lost | 1 | 0 |
| Interceptions thrown | 0 | 3 |
| Time of possession | 24:33 | 35:27 |
Win probability
Above the line favours Boston College Eagles, below favours Notre Dame Fighting Irish.
Venue
- Alumni Stadium (Chestnut Hill, MA)Chestnut Hill, MA
- Attendance44500
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