O’Brien talks about current structure in college football & how it needs to change

July 18, 2026

Boston College head coach Bill O’Brien has never been one to mince words, and at the ACC Football Kickoff, he delivered a blunt, unfiltered critique of the current collegiate landscape. Having coached at Penn State a decade ago before spending years in the NFL with the Houston Texans and New England Patriots, O’Brien has a unique perspective on how the sport has morphed from a strict amateur model into an unregulated, multi-million-dollar wild west.

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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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Xaverian’s Harden Jr. commits to Boston College

June 23, 2026

Boston College football continues its strong spring in recruiting by securing a commitment from Xaverian linebacker and athlete Michael Harden Jr.

Harden, a core piece of the 2027 recruiting class, announced his decision via social media shortly after an impactful official visit to Chestnut Hill and a strong camp performance earlier in the month.

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Eagles have another busy week on the commitment front

June 19, 2026

Boston College Football’s recruiting surge this summer continued this week with another handful of commitments.

The Eagles staff placed a heavy premium on boosting line depth, keeping local talent home, and expanding their geographic footprint with key defensive and offensive playmakers.

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Tabor Academy’s Dominic Maser commits to Boston College

June 16, 2026

Boston College continued a strong week in recruiting by landing a commitment from Tabor Academy offensive tackle Dominic Maser. The Duxbury native held several offers but ultimately chose to stay home and play for Bill O’Brien. We caught up with Maser to discuss why he ultimately chose Boston College. NEFJ: What made BC the right fit for you? DM: “The staff and the campus. I’ve know Coach Anderson since 2024……

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June surge bolsters 2027 recruiting class for Boston College

June 12, 2026

Head coach Bill O’Brien and his staff have had a June recruiting surge that has propelled the 2027 recruiting class into one of the top classes in the ACC. The Eagles recently went on a massive tear, securing six commitments in a single week alone following a critical official visit weekend on campus. 

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Eagles landing Bala is a coup

June 12, 2026

Boston College pulled off a massive recruiting coup on Wednesday by flipping standout 2027 running back Xavier Bala, who had previously been committed to Syracuse. The flip marked a major statement win for head coach Bill O’Brien’s program.

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Boston College lands a commitment from Brunswick quarterback Ben Rolapp

June 10, 2026

Image courtesy of 24/7 Sports Boston College football has secured its quarterback for the class of 2027, as three-star prospect Ben Rolapp announced his commitment to the Eagles. The Brunswick School signal-caller finalized his decision shortly after concluding an official visit to Chestnut Hill, marking a major addition to head coach Bill O’Brien’s building recruiting class. The recruiting process between Boston College and Rolapp moved at a rapid pace. The……

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Georgia standout Armani Hill commits to Boston College

May 6, 2026

Boston College landed a commitment from 2027, 3-Star wide receiver Armani Hill on Wednesday.
A standout wide receiver from Creekside High School in Fairburn, Georgia, Hill chose the Eagles over Pittsburgh, East Carolina, and UCF, as well as several other Power Four programs. By securing a commitment from the 6-foot-1, 180-pound playmaker, Boston College has successfully dipped into the deep talent pool of the Peach State to bring an elite vertical threat to Chestnut Hill.

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