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Irish Aim for CFP Berth After Upset Win
14 Nov
Summary
- Notre Dame secured biggest win by beating No. 1 Miami.
- The team is now a playoff favorite with a bye chance.
- They face Boston College, an underdog at 4-5.
Following their most significant win of the season, a 31-24 upset over the then-No. 1 Miami Hurricanes, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish are now in a prime position for a College Football Playoff berth and a potential first-round bye. They are expected to continue their success this Saturday, aiming for a 9-1 record against the struggling Boston College Eagles, who currently stand at 4-5.
The betting lines heavily favor Notre Dame, but the considerable point spread of 29 points presents an intriguing challenge. Boston College, despite their record, boasts a strong rushing game, ranking 37th nationally in EPA per rush, and a capable secondary that ranks 37th in opponent EPA per pass. These strengths suggest they might be able to keep the game closer than predicted, potentially covering the spread against a Notre Dame team led by quarterback C.J. Carr.
C.J. Carr has emerged as a Heisman Trophy favorite, showcasing impressive statistics with a 67.6% completion rate, 2,168 passing yards, 21 touchdowns, and only one interception, contributing significantly to Notre Dame's dominant season. Betting trends indicate that while Notre Dame has a strong historical record against the spread in recent matchups with Boston College, the total score has leaned towards the under in their last ten meetings.
