Boston College vs Pittsburgh Picks and Predictions for Saturday, October 4, 2025
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The Boston College Eagles visit the Pittsburgh Panthers on Saturday at Acrisure Stadium, with the opening kickoff at 1:00 PM ET on ACC Network. Boston College is 1–3 and 0–2 in the ACC after a 28–24 loss to California. Pittsburgh sits at 2–2 overall and 0–1 in the ACC, coming off a 34–27 home defeat to Louisville. Every matchup matters—see who’s favored in our expert college football picks.
Boston College Preview
Quarterback Dylan Lonergan has thrown for 1,188 yards with nine touchdowns and three interceptions, completing 69% of his passes. His top target, Lewis Bond, has 36 catches for 352 yards, while Reed Harris and Jeremiah Franklin add a combined 439 yards and three touchdowns. Running back Turbo Richard has given the Eagles a solid ground attack, rushing for 329 yards and four touchdowns.
Defensively, KP Price leads with 26 tackles, and Owen McGowan has added a sack and steady linebacker play. Boston College has dropped three straight, with each loss decided by 10 points or fewer. The Eagles are moving the ball well through the air but have struggled to get stops in key moments.
Pittsburgh Preview
Quarterback Eli Holstein has thrown for 1,050 yards with 11 touchdowns and five interceptions, averaging 9.2 yards per attempt. Raphael Williams Jr. leads the receivers with 302 yards and four touchdowns, while Cataurus Hicks and Kenny Johnson have combined for 374 yards and four scores. On the ground, Desmond Reid leads the team with 142 rushing yards.
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On defense, linebacker Rasheem Biles has 41 tackles, while Blaine Spires and Francis Brewu have combined for four sacks. Pittsburgh has lost two straight but has scored at least 24 points in every game. The Panthers’ defensive front has created pressure, but giving up big plays late has been costly.
Boston College vs Pittsburgh Prediction
Both teams have strong quarterback play, but have struggled to close out games. Pittsburgh has the edge at home with Holstein’s passing attack and a pass rush that should challenge Lonergan. Boston College will move the ball, but Pitt’s offense is more consistent and should deliver. Final Score Prediction: Pittsburgh Panthers win and cover ATS 34–24.
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