The first round of the MIAA playoffs is in the books. We recap round one and look ahead to the second round of the playoffs which continue next weekend.
Wildcats stun No. 6 Monmouth
The New Hampshire Wildcats football team pulled off a big upset on Saturday afternoon, beating the No. 6 ranked Monmouth Hawks 34-13 on the road. This was more than just a victory; it was a statement that the Wildcats are still a program to be reckoned with in the CAA. The win snapped the Hawks’ six-game winning streak.
5 observations from Boston College’s 45-13 loss to SMU
CHESTNUT HILL- The SMU Mustangs rolled Boston College 45-13 in the annual Red Bandanna game. A disappointing outcome on a day that means so much to the school and the football program.
UConn 37, Duke 34 – Huskies get signature win over Blue Devils
Image courtesy of Dan Heary By Andy Close NEFJ Correspondent EAST HARTFORD — UConn’s defense hadn’t stopped Duke the entire second half, but Bryun Parham made sure they got one when it mattered the most. Parham’s strip sack and fumble recovery of Duke quarterback Darian Mensah with 27 seconds to play sealed the Huskies’ 37-34 win over the Blue Devils in front of the largest crowd (38,106) at Rentschler Field…
SMU 45, Boston College 13 – Eagles embarrassed in Red Bandana Game
CHESTNUT HILL – In a season full of ugly days, Saturday might have been the worst of 2025 for Boston College. On a day where the Eagles and the school honor Welles Crowther for his selflessness, determination and ultimate sacrifice, BC put forth a pitiful effort, getting blown out by SMU 45-13. The Eagles are now 1-9 on the year (0-6 ACC), losers of nine straight games with two remaining….
Yale 34, Brown 22 – Bulldogs keep pace in Ivy League with win over Bears
Image courtesy of Yale Athletics By Ryan Barry NEFJ Staff PROVIDENCE – Early morning rain gave way to a beautiful November afternoon in Providence for Yale to take down Brown 34-22 for a fourth straight win. The dominant offensive effort for the Bulldogs (6-2, 4-1) was led by senior offensive running back Josh Pitsenberger (27 car, 173-yds, 2 TDs; 3 rec, 25-yds) who had his third consecutive game with at…
UConn Four Down Preview: Duke Blue Devils (5-3) at UConn Huskies (6-3)
Kickoff: The Huskies host Duke today in what will be their toughest test of the season. Duke is coming off a thrilling 46-45 win over Clemson. The Huskies beat UAB last week, 38-19 to become bowl eligible for the third time in four years. The weather was supposed to be a factor today but it appears the rain will be gone by kickoff.
Boston College Four Down Preview: SMU Mustangs (6-3, 4-1) at BC Eagles (1-8, 0-5)
Image courtesy of ESPN Kickoff: For Welles. BC might be 1-8 and technically speaking, the SMU game doesn’t mean much, but if there’s one game out of the three the rest of the way that the Eagles will be able to get up for, it’s this one. The tradition honoring Welles Crowther started back in 2014 with the upset win on a rainy night against USC. On Saturday, BC will…
Tabor Academy 42, BB&N 6 – Bourque’s big night & stout defense lead Seawolves to league title
WATERTOWN – It’s funny how things work sometimes. A year ago, former BB&N star running back (now at BC) Bo MacCormack started the 2024 regular season finale down at Tabor with a huge play, setting the tone for the Knights to win the ISL title. On Friday night, it was Seawolves quarterback Peter Bourque and wide receiver Anthony DiGiantommaso connecting on a 50-yard touchdown on Tabor’s first offensive play of…
MIAA D1 Playoffs: Lowell 29, Methuen 21 – Red Raiders get statement win in 1st round
METHUEN – The bar has been raised for Methuen High football over the last half dozen years, and the 1,500 witnesses Friday night can attest … It’s not just about having an Eason on the roster anymore.