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Boston College Four Down Preview: Fordham Rams (0-0) @ BC Eagles (0-0)

August 30, 2025
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Image courtesy of ESPN Kickoff: One of the most highly anticipated seasons for Boston College in a long time gets underway on Saturday when FCS Patriot League member Fordham visits Chestnut Hill for a 2:00 kickoff. It’s been a long time since(since 2009) since BC won eight games and that’s the bar to open up the 2025 season. 1st Down: All eyes are on new Alabama transfer quarterback Dylan Lonergan…….

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UMass Four Down Preview: Temple Owls (0-0) @ UMass Minutemen (0-0)

August 30, 2025
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Image courtesy of ESPN By Ryan Barry NEFJ Staff Kickoff: The UMass Minutemen kick-off their 2025 campaign on Saturday afternoon when they host the Temple Owls at McGuirk Alumni Stadium. New head coach Joe Harasymiak and his squad hope to make a strong first impression on the UMass faithful after years of difficult Week One starts in the FBS era. 1st Down: The excitement around Utah transfer quarterback Brandon Rose has grown…

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No. 9 Rhode Island 31, Campbell 20 – Rams survive scare in season opener

August 30, 2025
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By Charlie Adams NEFJ Correspondent KINGSTON – The reigning Coastal Athletic Association champion Rhode Island took home a victory in its season opener, but Campbell did not make it easy. Trailing at halftime, the No. 9 Rams responded by outscoring the Camels 17-3 in the second half to take home a 31-20 win. “We did everything in a football game that can happen in an opener that can prevent you…

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Preseason Division 1 All-New England College Teams

August 29, 2025
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A new college football season is upon us. With the new season here, we give you our Division One Preseason All New England teams and Honorable Mention team. We are proud to present our 2025 All-New England Teams. First Team Offense QB: Jaden Craig, Harvard RB: Jayden Clerveaux, Holy Cross RB: Joshua Pitsenberger, Yale WR: Marquis Buchanan, URI, Jr. WR: Skyler Bell, UConn TE: Chris Corbo, Dartmouth, Sr. OL: Jude……

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New England college preview – Week 1

August 29, 2025
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We can finally stop saying “it’s almost here.” The New England college football season kicks off on Thursday night when Rhode Island and Division 1 newcomer New Haven begin their seasons. Of the 17 D1 teams in New England, 13 (all except the Ivy Leagues) are playing this weekend. Here’s a quick look at each game: 8/29 Campbell @ URI (6:00) – The defending CAA champion Rams are a consensus…

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Boston College season preview

August 28, 2025
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It’s go time. It’s a big year for BC when it comes to taking the next step. Is the program just destined for 6-6 or 7-5 for another decade? Or, is this finally the year the Eagles are able to break the eight-win threshold for the first time since 2009? Let’s take a position-by-position look at this year’s squad: Quarterbacks This one’s the easy one since it became official. I…

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UConn season preview

August 28, 2025
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By Andy Close NEFJ Correspondent The 2025 edition of the UConn football team comes in with expectations not seen around the program in quite some time. Their nine wins in 2024 were the most for the program since 2007, and it also marked the first winning season for the Huskies since 2010. Coach Jim Mora’s team will rely on an experienced group of skill position players on offense, while working…

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Bryant season preview

August 28, 2025
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Image courtesy of Bryant Athletics The 2025 Bryant University football team is looking to improve on their 2-10 record from 2024. The Bulldogs face a challenging schedule with two FBS opponents and a full slate of CAA conference games. They’ll need to rely on their experienced returning players and the contributions of newcomers to make a mark in the CAA. Offense The offense will be led by sophomore quarterback Brennan……

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Preseason Division 1 New England College Football Poll

August 26, 2025
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The 2025 college football season is upon us and all the action kicks off this weekend. So, without further ado. Here is our preseason Top 17 Division One College Football Poll. 1 Boston College- The Eagles open the season as the number team in our poll. Boston College has a tough schedule but the talent to compete and take the next step in their development under Bill O’Brien. 2. UConn-……

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