Boston College vs. Holy Cross: College Football Betting Picks, Predictions and Tips – September 9, 2023

Written By PlayPicks Staff on September 9, 2023

The Boston College Eagles (0-1) host the FCS Holy Cross Crusaders on Saturday, September 9, 2023 at Alumni Stadium (MA). The Eagles are favored, by 10 points. The over/under in this contest is 52.5 points.

Boston College vs. Holy Cross Odds

Favorite Spread Favorite Spread Odds Underdog Spread Odds Total Over Total Odds Under Total Odds
Boston College -10 -115 -105 52.5 -110 -110

Computer Pick

Predictions are calculated by a data-driven algorithm (raw power score) that ranks head-to-head matchup results within a closed network of games. Prediction confidence is determined by the delta between each team’s raw power score.

Team Stat Comparison (2022)

Boston College Holy Cross
Off. Points per Game (Rank) 17.8 (122) 37.0 (9)
Def. Points per Game (Rank) 30.3 (87) 31.0 (12)
Turnovers Allowed (Rank) 26 (127) 0 (1)
Turnovers Forced (Rank) 13 (102) 0 (65)

Boston College vs. Holy Cross Betting Insights (2022)

Boston College Stats and Trends

  • Boston College has compiled a 0-1-0 record against the spread this season.
  • All Boston College games have hit the over this season.
  • BC has an average total of 50.0 in their contests this year, 2.5 fewer points than this game’s over/under.

Holy Cross Stats and Trends (2022)

  • The average over/under for Holy Cross’ outings last year was 51.5, 1.0 fewer point than this game’s total.

Boston College Players to Watch

  • Thomas Castellanos has 138 passing yards (138.0 per game) and a 46.4% completion percentage (13-for-28) while firing two touchdowns and one interception. He also has 67 yards on the ground on nine carries (plus one touchdown), averaging 67.0 YPG.
  • Patrick Garwo III has 44 rushing yards on 10 carries.
  • Lewis Bond has racked up four catches for 40 yards, best on his team, and one touchdown. He has been targeted zero times, and averages 40.0 receiving yards per game.
  • Ryan O’Keefe has five catches for 38 yards (38.0 per game).
  • Jaden Williams is averaging 35.0 yards per game, with two catches for 35 yards and one touchdown.
  • Vinny DePalma boasts an impressive stat line to lead the team in sacks and total tackles, collecting zero sacks, 12 tackles.

Holy Cross Players to Watch (2022 Stats)

  • Last year Matthew Sluka racked up 238 passing yards (238.0 per game) while going 13-for-21 (61.9%) and throwing for three touchdowns with zero interceptions. He also had 146 rushing yards on 25 carries.
  • Last season Jordan Fuller rushed for 51 yards on 10 carries (51.0 yards per game), with two rushing touchdowns.
  • Last year Jalen Coker grabbed four passes for 147 yards (147.0 per game) and two touchdowns.
  • Justin Shorter’s stat line last season was three grabs for 30 yards. He averaged 30.0 receiving yards per game.
  • Ayir Asante totaled 28 yards on three catches with one touchdown in 2022.
  • Jacob Dobbs boasted an impressive stat line of zero sacks, one TFL and 11 tackles.
  • Sluka intercepted zero passes and tacked on one TFL and 11 tackles last season.
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