Boston College Accepts Pinstripe Bowl Bid, Set to Face Nebraska
Boston College will face Nebraska in the Pinstripe Bowl on Dec. 28, marking the Eagles’ eighth bowl appearance in the past nine years.
The game will kick off at noon ET and be broadcast on ABC from Yankee Stadium in the Bronx. This year’s contest marks a rematch of the 2003 Emerald Bowl, which Boston College won 20-16.
A Season of Ups and Downs
In new head coach Bill O’Brien’s first year, the Eagles have experienced a rollercoaster ride.
Starting strong, they secured a 4-1 record in the first five weeks, defeating Florida State, Duquesne, Michigan State, and Western Kentucky, with their only loss coming against No. 19 Missouri.
A three-game losing streak during October against Virginia, Virginia Tech, and Louisville eliminated their chances at an ACC Championship and College Football Playoff berth, but the Eagles rebounded, ultimately clinching a bowl bid and finishing 7-5 in the regular season.
Griffin Won’t Play
They accomplished this despite losing starting QB Thomas Castellanos. After switching quarterbacks mid-season and giving Grayson James the starting position following a game against Syracuse, Castellanos,
Those seven regular season wins mark the program’s best record since 2018.
How could Nebraska’s challenging season impact their performance in the bowl game?
## Eagles Soar to New York! Boston College to Face Nebraska in Pinstripe Bowl
**[Host]:** Welcome back to the show! We have exciting news from the world of college football. Boston College has officially accepted an invitation to the 2024 Bad Boy Mowers Pinstripe Bowl. Joining me to discuss this big news is Alex Reed, our very own college football analyst. Alex Reed, welcome to the show!
**[Alex Reed]:** Thanks for having me! I’m thrilled about this matchup.
**[Host]:** So, Boston College is heading to the Big Apple for their first-ever Pinstripe Bowl experience. What are your initial thoughts on this matchup against Nebraska?
**[Alex Reed]:** It’s a fantastic opportunity for the Eagles. Nebraska, while having a challenging season, is a program with a rich history and a lot of potential. This will be a great test for Boston College, but I believe they have the talent and coaching to put up a strong fight.
**[Host]:** Boston College has a strong bowl history, boasting 15 wins in 32 appearances. [[1](https://bceagles.com/news/2024/12/8/football-bc-accepts-invitation-to-2024-bad-boy-mowers-pinstripe-bowl.aspx)]. Do you think that experience will give them an edge in this game?
**[Alex Reed]:** Absolutely. Bowl games can be unpredictable, but having that experience, especially with a coaching staff led by Jeff Hafley who knows what it takes to win these games, puts BC in a good position.
**[Host]:** What are you most looking forward to seeing in this game?
**[Alex Reed]:** Honestly, I’m excited to see how the Eagles’ offence matches up against Nebraska’s defence. BC has some explosive playmakers, and if they can get rolling, it’ll be a fun game to watch.
**[Host]:** Well, Alex Reed, thank you so much for sharing your insights. This is shaping up to be an exciting bowl matchup. We’ll certainly be keeping an eye on Boston College!
