Former Xavier, UConn quarterback Tim Boyle announces new foundation at annual camp

July 11, 2026

By Andy Close NEFJ Correspondent MIDDLETOWN, Conn. — The sixth annual Tim Boyle QB/WR Camp had a little bit of a different feel this year. The former Xavier High School and UConn quarterback, who has spent seven seasons in the NFL, is transitioning to the next chapter of his career, which will heavily feature The Boyle Family Foundation. Boyle announced the launch of the foundation on his Instagram account on……

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2028 Tabor DB Mikey Landers explains his commitment to BC

July 10, 2026

We recently caught up with Tabor Academy defensive back Mikey Landers to talk about his commitment to Boston College. Here is what Landers had to say about why he chose Boston College. NEFJ: What made BC the right fit for you? ML: “Boston College felt like the right fit for a lot of reasons. Being close to home was important to me and BC has always been a special place…

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2026 New England college football schedule

July 9, 2026

In just 49 days (seven weeks from today, Thursday July, 9), the New England college football season begins. Maine has the honor of kicking things off when the Black Bears travel to take on Towson on Thursday, August 27. With that in mind, it’s time to start looking ahead at road trip and tailgate planning, potential playoff previews, rivalry matchups and everything else that comes with another CFB season. Below…

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NEFJ College Check-Ins: Where do things stand at QB for Harvard?

July 7, 2026

By Mike Sidhly NEFJ Correspondent Quarterback battles are some of the most polarizing situations in sports and that’s exactly what’s brewing over in Cambridge. Harvard – a year after making the FCS playoffs for the first time in history – is looking to return to glory after star QB Jaden Craig led them to a 10-2 record last season. Now, Craig is off to TCU to play Power Four football…

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Catching up with 2027 TE Chase Phifer after his commitment to Boston College

July 2, 2026

Image courtesy of Chase Phifer Boston College picked up another big commitment for the Class of 2027. This time it was Nease High School tight end Chase Phifer. Phifer stands at 6’5 220 and he held offers from over 20 schools including: Wake Forest, Tulane and UConn. Fun fact. Phifer plays at the same high school that Tim Tebow did. Here is interview with Chase Phifer. NEFJ: What made BC…

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Catching up Xaverian OLB Michael Harden Jr. after his commitment to Boston College

June 28, 2026

Image courtesy of Michael Harden’s X account We had an opportunity to watch up with Xaverian’s Michael Harden Jr. after his recent commitment to Boston College. Here is what Michael had to say about committing to Bill O’Brien and the Eagles. NEFJ: What made BC the right fit for you? MH: “I felt like the culture that they want to build fits with my same ideas and there is also…

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BC, UMass & UConn player ratings in EA Sports College Football 27 unveiled

June 26, 2026

Image courtesy of EA Sports Next week, most of the college football world and CFB fans everywhere will be spending hours upon hours playing the 2027 version of the re-vamped College Football video game from EA Sports. When the title made its return back in 2025, it was as if millions of kids in their mid-to-late 30s (like me) had a piece of their childhood back, but with a twist….

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Price, Palano & McKenzie to represent BC at ACC Kickoff Week

June 24, 2026

Transfer quarterback Mason Mckenzie and transfer linebacker Anthony Palano haven’t been at BC long, but they’re already going to be the faces of the program. At least for one day. On July 16 when BC takes its turn making the media rounds at ACC Kickoff Week, the two newcomers and veteran safety KP Price (along with Bill O’Brien) will be repping the Eagles for the day. McKenzie – barring a…

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Mid-Wach League dominates 11th Joseph R. Mewhiney All-Star Classic

June 20, 2026

By Mike Sidhly NEFJ Correspondent LEOMINSTER – Friday special night for fans of Massachusetts high school football. The 11th Annual Joseph R. Mewhiney Chapter All-Star Classic took place at historic Doyle Field in Leominster. Facing off were select seniors from the Midland-Wachusett League and Central Massachusetts Atlantic Conference merged with the Catholic Conference. The annual meeting is a great cause and all proceeds during the event go to the Joseph…

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Boston College 7-on-7 tournament produces highlights & opportunities

June 19, 2026

CHESTNUT HILL – For about six hours on Thursday afternoon, high school players and coaches from six different states converged on Boston College for the now annual 7on-7 tournament. In an event that’s sort of become a final ‘hurrah’ of sorts to end the spring, the entire Eagles’ staff hosted 32 teams from Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, New York and Pennsylvania. Teams were guaranteed at least three games…

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