SB Nation Boston - UCF 30, Boston College 3: Chase Rettig, Eagles' Offense Vanish In Losshttps://cdn.vox-cdn.com/community_logos/48863/boston-fave.png2011-09-10T23:29:31-04:00http://boston.sbnation.com/rss/stream/21787772011-09-10T23:29:31-04:002011-09-10T23:29:31-04:00UCF 30, Boston College 3: Chase Rettig, Eagles' Offense Vanish In Loss
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<p><a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/113047/chase-rettig">Chase Rettig</a> threw for 70 yards on 10-of-23 passing and tossed two interceptions as the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/teams/boston-college-eagles">Boston College Eagles</a> were routed by the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/teams/central-florida-knights">Central Florida Knights</a>, 30-3, on Saturday night at Bright House Networks Stadium in Orlando, FL.</p>
<p>Boston College registered 141 total yards (84 passing, 57 rushing) en route to its second straight loss of the new season, marking the first time since the 2004 season that the Eagles have opened a campaign with two consecutive losses. UCF dominated the Eagles' defense, racking up 422 total yards (235 rushing, 187 passing).</p>
<p><a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/116271/jeffrey-godfrey">Jeffrey Godfrey</a>, a sophomore quarterback, starred for UCF, throwing for 187 yards on 20-of-25 passing and rushing for 69 yards and two touchdowns on 13 carries. <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/38162/latavius-murray">Latavius Murray</a> ran for 72 yards and a touchdown on 10 carries.</p>
<p>Andre Williams racked up 59 rushing yards on 12 carries with a long run of 16 yards and backup quarterback <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/75412/mike-marscovetra">Mike Marscovetra</a>, who relieved Rettig after his second interception in the third quarter, completed one pass for 14 yards. <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/75419/luke-kuechly">Luke Kuechly</a> extended his streak of 10 or more tackles to an FBS-leading 24 games, recording 17 tackles.</p>
<p><a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/75420/nate-freese">Nate Freese</a> put the Eagles on the scoreboard first, connecting on a season-best 47-yard field goal with 7:52 left in the opening quarter, putting Boston College on top, 3-0. However,<a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/48679/nick-cattoi">Nick Cattoi</a> responded with three consecutive field goals - from 36-, 35- and 32-yards, respectively, to give the Knights a 9-3 lead heading into halftime.</p>
<p>In the second half, Godfrey and the Knights found the end zone three consecutive times. Godfrey rushed for a one-yard touchdown with 14:54 to go in the fourth quarter and another touchdown, this time from four yards out, with 4:15 left in the game. Murray's long score, a one-yard touchdown run, came with 9:30 left in the fourth.</p>
<p>Boston College returns home to open its ACC schedule against the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/teams/duke-blue-devils">Duke Blue Devils</a> next Saturday. BC then hosts in-state foe FCS Massachusetts and resumes ACC play against Wake Forest after that.</p>
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https://boston.sbnation.com/boston-college-eagles/2011/9/10/2417526/ucf-boston-college-score-jeff-godfrey-chase-rettig-college-football-scoresGethin Coolbaugh2011-09-10T22:34:22-04:002011-09-10T22:34:22-04:00Boston College Vs. UCF: Jeff Godfrey, Knights Lead 16-3 In 4th Quarter
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<p>Jeff Godfrey rushed in for a one-yard touchdown with 14:54 left in the fourth quarter, giving the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/teams/central-florida-knights">Central Florida Knights</a> a 16-3 lead over the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/teams/boston-college-eagles">Boston College Eagles</a> in what's looking like a second straight loss to start the 2011 season.</p>
<p>Godfrey's rush capped off an eight-play, 36-yard drive that spanned 4:15. Godfrey has rushed for 55 yards and has thrown for 169 yards through the 14:54 mark of the fourth quarter.</p>
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https://boston.sbnation.com/boston-college-eagles/2011/9/10/2417509/boston-college-vs-ucf-update-third-quarter-college-football-scoresGethin Coolbaugh2011-09-10T21:46:00-04:002011-09-10T21:46:00-04:00Boston College Vs. UCF: Eagles Trail Knights, 9-3, At Halftime
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<p>Field goals ruled the first half as UCF's <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/48679/nick-cattoi">Nick Cattoi</a> hit three field goals and BC's Nate Freese made one field goal, and the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/teams/central-florida-knights">Central Florida Knights</a> took a 9-3 lead over the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/teams/boston-college-eagles">Boston College Eagles</a> into halftime at Bright House Networks Stadium in Orlando, Florida. </p>
<p>Freese put the Eagles on the scoreboard with his 47-yard strike with 7:52 left in the first quarter to put BC up 3-0. However, Cattoi hit three straight field goals - from 36-, 35- and 32-yards, respectively - to put UCF up by six.</p>
<p><a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/113047/chase-rettig">Chase Rettig</a> completed 3-of-8 passes for 27 yards in the first half for the Eagles. Andre Williams rushed for 43 yards on eight carries, <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/113080/bobby-swigert">Bobby Swigert</a> had two catches for 20 yards and <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/50130/ryan-quigley">Ryan Quigley</a> had three punts totaling 108 yards.</p>
<p><a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/116271/jeffrey-godfrey">Jeffrey Godfrey</a> threw for 83 yards and ran for 46 yards on nine carries for Central Florida.</p>
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https://boston.sbnation.com/boston-college-eagles/2011/9/10/2417447/boston-college-vs-ucf-update-halftime-college-football-scoresGethin Coolbaugh2011-09-10T20:43:24-04:002011-09-10T20:43:24-04:00Boston College Vs. UCF: Eagles, Knights Trade Field Goals In 1st Quarter
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<p><a href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/75420/nate-freese" class="sbn-auto-link">Nate Freese</a> connected on a season-best 47-yard field goal with 7:52 left in the first quarter and UCF's <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/48679/nick-cattoi" class="sbn-auto-link">Nick Cattoi</a> split the uprights on a 26-yard field goal with 17 seconds left in the quarter as the <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/teams/boston-college-eagles" class="sbn-auto-link">Boston College Eagles</a> and <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/teams/central-florida-knights" class="sbn-auto-link">Central Florida Knights</a> are tied, 3-3, at the end of the first quarter at Bright House Networks Stadium in Orlando, Florida. </p>
<p>Freese's field goal capped off a 10-play, 40 yard drive that lasted just over five minutes while Cattoi's strike concluded a 15-play, 49-yard drive that lasted a lengthy 7:30.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/113047/chase-rettig" class="sbn-auto-link">Chase Rettig</a> completed 2-of-4 passes for 20 yards through one quarter for BC. <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/113080/bobby-swigert" class="sbn-auto-link">Bobby Swigert</a> had two catches for 20yards to lead the Eagles' receivers and sophomore running back Andre Williams had four carries for 31 yards.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/116271/jeffrey-godfrey" class="sbn-auto-link">Jeffrey Godfrey</a> threw for 26 yards on 5-of-6 passing to lead Central Florida. </p>
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https://boston.sbnation.com/boston-college-eagles/2011/9/10/2417331/boston-college-vs-ucf-updates-first-quarter-college-football-scoresGethin Coolbaugh2011-09-10T13:36:25-04:002011-09-10T13:36:25-04:00Boston College Vs. UCF: TV Schedule, Time, Location And More
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<p><i>Andre Williams and the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/teams/boston-college-eagles">Boston College Eagles</a> take on the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/teams/central-florida-knights">Central Florida Knights</a> in Week 2 of the 2011 College Football season at 8:00 p.m. EDT on Saturday night at Bright House Networks Stadium.</i></p>
<p><b>Event: </b>Boston College Eagles vs. UCF Knights - NCAA Football, Week 2.</p>
<p><b>Date/Time: </b>Saturday, September 10, 2011 - 8:00 p.m. EDT.</p>
<p><b>Location: </b>Bright House Network Stadium (44,323), Orlando, Florida.</p>
<p><b>Broadcast Info: </b>Saturday's game between Boston College and UCF will be aired on national television on the <b>CBS College Sports Network</b>, with James Bates doing play-by-play, Aaron Taylor providing analysis and Brooke Collins on the sidelines.</p>
<p>The game can also be heard on the radio on the <b>WEEI Sports Radio Network</b>, with the game airing on <b>AM 680 WRKO</b> due the the Boston Red Sox game. Jon Meterparel will provided play-by-play, Pete Cronan will provide analysis and ex-BC quarterback Brian St. Pierre will be on the sidelines.</p>
<p><b>Series Info: </b>Boston College leads the all-time series against UCF, 1-0, with Saturday's game marking the second meeting between the two teams in their history. BC defeated Central Florida, 34-7, in the other prior meeting on September 20, 2008. In the win, quarterback <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/4524/chris-crane">Chris Crane</a> ran for two touchdowns and threw another TD and <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/49314/montel-harris">Montel Harris</a> rushed for 112 yards on 13 carries.</p>
<p><b>Last Week: </b>Boston College dropped its season opener against Northwestern, 24-17, despite the absence of Wildcats starting quarterback <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/7096/dan-persa">Dan Persa</a>. BC had ample opportunity to pull out a win, but was unable to execute for the majority of the second half. Despite the loss, starting quarterback <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/113047/chase-rettig">Chase Rettig</a> threw for 375 yards on24-of-44 passing and Andre Williams rushed for 122 yards and two touchdowns on 22 carries. <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/75419/luke-kuechly">Luke Kuechly</a> led the Eagles on defense, recording 18 tackles and picking off Wildcats quarterback <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/114053/kain-colter">Kain Colter</a> once. Kuechly extended his streak of games with 10 or more tackles to an FBS-leading 23 games.</p>
<p>Central Florida also won its opener, obliterating Charleston Southern, 62-0, at Bright House Networks Stadium. <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/116271/jeffrey-godfrey">Jeffrey Godfrey</a> had two rushing touchdowns and threw for 316 total yards and finished the day with 560 total yards on offense. UCF scored on each of its first five possessions to build a commanding 35-0 lead.</p>
<p><b>Storyline: </b>Boston College enters Saturday's game at a disadvantage, as it is already missing may of its top players on both sides of the ball. Offensively, star back Montel Harris is out of action for the second straight week of the season. Defensively, defensive tackles <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/50144/kaleb-ramsey">Kaleb Ramsey</a> and <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/113081/dominic-appiah">Dominic Appiah</a> will both miss the game with lower body injuries. Defensive end <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/133715/connor-wujciak">Connor Wujciak</a> is also out, cornerback <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/50116/donnie-fletcher">Donnie Fletcher</a> is doubtful and defensive tackle <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/113072/harris-williams">Harris Williams</a> is listed as questionable. For the Eagles to win, they'll need to overcome their injuries.</p>
<p><b>Players To Watch: </b>For BC, there are plenty of players to watch for on both sides of the ball, but three players in particular should determine how successful the Eagles are on Saturday night. It all starts with the quarterback, Rettig, who racked up huge numbers in BC's season-opening loss to Northwestern, but was relatively inconsistent with 20 of his 44 passes resulting in incompletions. For the Eagles to be successful, Rettig will need to be accurate. In addition to Rettig, Williams will need to have a good game in the backfield, as he did in the opener. A huge part of the Eagles' offensive strategy is running the ball effectively, and with star senior back Montel Harris out again, it is even more important for Williams to find the holes in the offensive line.</p>
<p>Defensively, the Eagles' revolve around Kuechly, who is widely considered one of the nation's best linebackers. If Kuechly is on his game, the Eagles should be able to effectively bottle up Godfrey and the ground game.</p>
<p>UCF's top player is undoubtedly its quarterback - Godfrey. Not only is Godfrey a threat on the ground, but he is also a viable threat when he puts the ball in the air. If Godfrey puts up a performance like he did in Week 1, BC may be out of luck.</p>
<p><b>Prediction: </b>BC suffered an embarrassment in Week 1. They don't want it to happen again, and I believe they will do what they need to in order to pull out a win. <b>Final Score: BC 28, UCF 21.</b></p>
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https://boston.sbnation.com/boston-college-eagles/2011/9/10/2416486/boston-college-vs-ucf-central-florida-tv-schedule-time-location-college-football-news-scoresGethin Coolbaugh2011-09-09T20:06:02-04:002011-09-09T20:06:02-04:00Boston College Vs. Vanderbilt: Viewing Guide For Saturday's Game
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<p>For the first time in school history, the <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/teams/boston-college-eagles" class="sbn-auto-link">Boston College Eagles</a> will be playing on the recently renamed CBS-College Sports channel (8pm). Since this is the first time the team has played on the network, many fans are wondering where they can find the game on TV.<br><br>Below is a list of cable/satellite providers who carry CBS-College Sports and what channel the game can be found on.<br><br>NOTE: For those without access to CBSCS, the game can also be found in some form on the schools <a href="http://bceagles.cstv.com/scoreboard/?sport=m-footbl" target="_blank">official athletics page</a> (some charges may apply).</p>
<p><u><b>Comast Cable</b></u></p>
<p>SD: Ch. 261</p>
<p>HD: Ch. 856</p>
<p><u><b>Verizon FIOS</b></u></p>
<p>SD: Ch. 94</p>
<p>HD: Ch. N/A</p>
<p><u><b>COX Cable</b></u></p>
<p>SD: Ch. 135</p>
<p>HD: N/A<u><b><br></b></u></p>
<p><u><b>RCN Cable</b></u></p>
<p>SD: Ch. 380</p>
<p>HD: N/A</p>
<p><u><b>Charter Cable</b></u></p>
<p>SD: Ch. 290</p>
<p>HD: N/A</p>
<p><u><b>Dish Network</b></u></p>
<p>SD: Ch. 152</p>
<p>HD: Ch. 152-HD<u><b><br></b></u></p>
<p><u><b>DirecTV</b></u></p>
<p>SD: Ch. 613</p>
<p>HD: Ch. 613-HD</p>
<p>(Disclaimer: These channel listings are for the Boston area ONLY. If you live outside of the Greater Boston area, this list may not be accurate. Check your local listings).</p>
https://boston.sbnation.com/boston-college-eagles/2011/9/9/2415575/bc-ucf-viewing-guideDave Shook2011-09-09T17:04:24-04:002011-09-09T17:04:24-04:00Boston College Vs. UCF: Montel Harris, Kaleb Ramsey Out For Saturday
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<p><a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/49314/montel-harris">Montel Harris</a>, the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/teams/boston-college-eagles">Boston College Eagles</a>' leading rusher, will miss his second straight game of the 2011 season against the UCF Knights on Saturday night at 8:00 p.m. EDT and fourth overall as he continues to recover from a knee injury suffered late last season.</p>
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<p>Harris is 126 yards away from tying the school record for career rushing yards and is 1,003 yards from breaking Ted Brown's ACC career rushing record of 4,602 yards.</p>
<p>In addition to Harris, the Eagles will be without senior defensive tackle <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/50144/kaleb-ramsey">Kaleb Ramsey</a> (foot), <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/113081/dominic-appiah">Dominic Appiah</a> (leg) and defensive end <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/133715/connor-wujciak">Connor Wujciak</a> for Saturday's game. Cornerback <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/50116/donnie-fletcher">Donnie Fletcher</a> (back) is doubtful for the game and <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/113072/harris-williams">Harris Williams</a> - who made the switch from offensive guard to defensive tackle this week - is questionable.</p>
<p>Safety Spenser Rositano, a true freshman, is expected to play against UCF on Saturday.</p>
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https://boston.sbnation.com/boston-college-eagles/2011/9/9/2415308/montel-harris-caleb-ramsey-boston-college-ucf-football-acc-scores-newsGethin Coolbaugh2011-09-09T12:34:58-04:002011-09-09T12:34:58-04:00Boston College Vs. UCF: Eagles Look To Rebound In South Florida
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<p>Andre Williams and the Boston College Eagles football team head to South Florida to take on the UCF Knights in their second game of the season at 8:00 p.m. EDT on Saturday at Bright House Networks Stadium (TV/Radio: CBSCS/WEEI).</p> <p><a href="http://sportsnetwork.com/merge/tsnform.aspx?c=sportsnetwork&page=cfoot/scores/live/preview.aspx?id=31898" target="_blank"><b>(Sports Network)</b></a> - Boston College will storm into the Sunshine State this weekend for a non-conference matchup with UCF, in the second-ever meeting between the two schools.</p>
<p>Boston College fell 24-17 to Northwestern in its opener, as the Eagles uncharacteristically gave up over 200 yards rushing and couldn't capitalize on a number of scoring opportunities. There were questions heading into the opener concerning the level of offensive production Boston College would achieve without star running back <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/49314/montel-harris">Montel Harris</a>, but plenty of playmakers emerged for head coach Frank Spaziani's attack, which will face a young and talented defense this weekend at UCF.</p>
<p>UCF is 0-10 all-time as a host to BCS Conference schools, and has its first opportunity at a win Saturday night against the Eagles. The Knights rolled 62-0 in their opener against FCS-level Charleston Southern, which was the third largest margin of victory in school history. UCF has now won five straight games dating back to the 2011 season, as well as 10 of its last 11.</p>
<p>Boston College leads the series 1-0, with the only win over UCF coming in the form of 34-7 victory in 2008.</p>
<p>Boston College played without Harris in the opener, but Andre Williams filled in nicely with 114 yards and two touchdowns on 22 carries. Trailing 24-17 with four seconds left and the ball on the Northwestern 24, Boston College had one final chance for a tying touchdown at the end of the game, but quarterback <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/113047/chase-rettig">Chase Rettig</a> was sacked. Boston College had to settle for a field goal on its first possession of the game after Williams ripped off a 69 yard run on the first play of scrimmage. The Eagles kicker <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/75420/nate-freese">Nate Freese</a> missed two field goals, which would come back to haunt Boston College in a tight game. The sophomore Rettig threw for a career high 375 yards, and was the first time a Boston College quarterback had thrown for 300 yards or more in three seasons. Wide receiver <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/4517/ifeanyi-momah">Ifeanyi Momah</a> had eight catches for 157 yards.</p>
<p>Northwestern starting quarterback <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/7096/dan-persa">Dan Persa</a> was scheduled to start at quarterback at Boston College, but wasn't in the lineup, replaced by backup Kain Colter. It didn't matter. Northwestern had its way up front, running for 227 yards. Boston College hadn't allowed 200 yards rushing since 2009, and it made all the difference. Colter threw for 199 yards and added 71 more on the ground, as Northwestern scored three unanswered touchdowns in the second, third and fourth quarters and held off a late Boston College rally. Boston College did get 19 tackles from linebacker <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/75419/luke-kuechly">Luke Kuechly</a>, who has 23 consecutive double-digit tackle games, the longest active streak in the country. Boston College showed some promise on the defensive side of the ball, forcing Northwestern to go 6-of-15 on third down and coming up with a fourth down stop with 1:37 remaining, which gave the offense the opportunity to tie.</p>
<p>UCF executed terrifically against Charleston Southern, scoring eight touchdowns in 10 of its possessions. Before being pulled because of the blowout, sophomore quarterback Jeff Godfrey engineered six scoring drives. Running back <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/16549/ronnie-weaver">Ronnie Weaver</a> led the offense with 107 yards on eight carries and a touchdown, and receiver <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/116277/kerlon-williams">Kerlon Williams</a> caught two touchdowns in his first collegiate game. Although Godfrey was just 6-of-10 passing for 100 yards, he had three rushing touchdowns as UCF amassed 560 yards of total offense and recorded 25 first downs. The offense finished with 316 yards rushing, which is currently ranked fourth in the nation.</p>
<p>The defense also played near perfection, holding Charleston Southern to 119 yards of total offense and just six first downs, posting its 19th shutout in school history. There were all kinds of playmakers for the Knights in the opener, young and old. Junior corner Josh Robinson gave UCF its eighth consecutive game with an interception after picking off a pass and returning it 32 yards for a touchdown against Charleston Southern, and six freshman linebackers posted at least one tackle in the rotation for the Knights.</p>
<p>UCF is favored against the Eagles, but seeing is believing in Orlando. The fact that this program has never beat a BCS school at home makes this game even more relevant for the Knights. Boston College's defense has something to prove as well against UCF, after last weeks second half struggles against Northwestern. Kain was able to hurt the Eagles with both his arm and feet a week ago, which isn't necessarily a good sign of things to come when you're facing Jeff Godfrey. UCF pulls it out in a tight game.</p>
<p><b>DATE & TIME:</b> Saturday, September 10th, 8:00 p.m. (et)</p>
<p><b>FACTS & STATS:</b> Site: Bright House Networks Stadium (45, 323) Orlando, Florida. Television: CBSCS N. Home Record: Boston College 0-1, UCF 1-0. Away Record: Boston College 0-0, UCF 0-0. Neutral Record: Boston College 0-0, UCF 0-0. Conference Record: Boston College 0-0, UCF 0-0. Series Record: Boston College leads, 1-0.</p>
<p><b>Sports Network Predicted Outcome: UCF 27, Boston College 24.</b></p>
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