Eagles Face Georgia Tech in 2024 Season Opener
What to Expect in the Season Opener
The Boston College Eagles will open their 2024 football season against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets on Saturday, November 4th at Alumni Stadium in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts.
The Eagles are coming off a disappointing 3-9 season in 2023, while the Yellow Jackets finished 3-9 as well. Both teams will be looking to improve upon their records in 2024.
The Eagles and Yellow Jackets have met 15 times on the gridiron, with Boston College holding a slight 8-7 edge in the series. The two teams last met in 2022, with Georgia Tech winning 27-13 in Atlanta.
Keys to the Game
- Quarterback play: Both teams will need their quarterbacks to play well in order to win the game. Boston College's Phil Jurkovec is a talented passer, while Georgia Tech's Jeff Sims is a dual-threat quarterback who can hurt teams with his arm and his legs.
- Running game: The running game could be key in this game. Both teams have talented running backs, and they will need to be able to control the clock and keep the opposing offense off the field.
- Defense: Both teams have talented defenses, and they will need to be able to get stops when they need them. The Eagles have a strong pass rush, while the Yellow Jackets have a talented secondary
The game is scheduled to start at 12:00 PM ET and will be televised on ACC Network.
