- Matchup: Boston College Eagles vs Syracuse Orange
- Scheduled Date: Saturday, November 29, 2025
- Venue: JMA Wireless Dome, Syracuse, NY
- Broadcast: The CW Network
- Betting Odds: Orange (+3.0)
- Point Total: 52.5
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The JMA Wireless Dome will host an exciting clash between the Syracuse Orange (3-8) and the Boston College Eagles (1-10) on Saturday, November 29, 2025. The Eagles enter this matchup as 3.0-point favorites according to Vegas odds, with the total set at 52.5 points.
Boston College Eagles come to this game with a challenging record of 1-10 this season. In their last outing, the Eagles faced the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets and unfortunately suffered a narrow defeat, ending the game 36-34. On the defensive side, Boston College allowed 257 rushing yards over 42 carries, averaging 6.1 yards per run. In terms of pass defense, they conceded 26 completions on 34 attempts for 371 yards, showing a completion rate of 76.5%. Offensively, they executed 66 plays, accumulating a total of 537 yards, including 175 yards on the ground from 26 carries, giving them an average of 6.7 yards per carry.
This season, the Eagles have amassed a total of 4,168 offensive yards. They have scored 20 touchdowns through the air and 12 on the ground, but have struggled with 21 turnovers. Boston College has recorded 230 first downs and faced 67 penalties costing them 565 yards. Despite all the effort, they are ranking 129th nationally in rushing, averaging just 100.2 yards per game. When it comes to scoring, the Eagles average 24.6 points per game.
On the defensive end, Boston College struggles significantly, ranking 128th in the nation by allowing 34.6 points per game. Opposing teams are rushing for an average of 5.1 yards per attempt, accumulating 176.5 yards on the ground against them each game. This season, they have allowed a staggering 1,942 rushing yards across 11 games. Additionally, they have given up 3,003 passing yards, putting them at 132nd in the nation with 273.0 yards allowed through the air. Their overall average is 449.5 yards per game, ranking them 131st in college football, surrendering 23 passing touchdowns and 24 rushing touchdowns.
The Syracuse Orange enter this matchup with a record of 3-8 for the current season. Their last game resulted in a heavy defeat at the hands of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, finishing 70-7. In that game, the Orange recorded 207 yards on 80 plays, averaging just 2.6 yards per play. The running game was equally challenged, as they averaged 2.2 yards per carry, totaling 112 yards on 50 attempts. Defensively, they allowed 329 rushing yards on 24 attempts, averaging a staggering 13.7 yards per carry, while their secondary allowed a 60% completion rate, yielding 67 yards on 9 completions during 15 attempts.
The Syracuse Orange’s offense averages 348.3 yards per game, placing them at 95th in Division 1. This season, they have encountered 581 yards in penalties across 66 infractions, ranking 75th nationally. Their rushing attack averages 117.2 yards per game, accumulating a total of 1,289 rushing yards this season. Despite this, they have thrown 15 interceptions and lost 8 fumbles, managing to achieve 221 first downs. Scoring remains a challenge as they rank 115th nationally, averaging just 20.9 points per game. On the passing front, Syracuse has totaled 2,542 yards, averaging 231.1 yards per game, which ranks 66th in the country.
Defensively, Syracuse has conceded 1,962 rushing yards, averaging 178.4 yards per game, and has given up 20 rushing touchdowns this season. In the passing game, they’ve allowed 23 touchdowns while averaging 248.8 passing yards surrendered per game, placing them at 114th in college football. Overall, their defense has been tested, giving up 385 points this season. They have managed to force 6 fumbles and recorded 6 interceptions so far. Their defense has faced 734 plays, ranking them 72nd in the nation, while allowing an average of 35.0 points per game, putting them at 129th in Division 1.
Will the Eagles take this matchup against the Orange and cover the spread?
Expert Recommendation: Bet on the Eagles -3.0
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