Holy Cross Crusaders vs. Boston College Eagles: 2023 Week 2 Recap

Quick answer

Boston College Eagles defeated Holy Cross Crusaders 31–28 in Week 2, 2023. Final score: Holy Cross Crusaders 28, Boston College Eagles 31.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Holy Cross Crusaders	0	12	6	6	28
Boston College Eagles	6	15	0	6	31

Stars of the game

Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.

Passing

• Thomas Castellanos (Boston College) — 204.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.55 EPA/play +12.63 EPA
• Matthew Sluka (Holy Cross) — 127.0 yds · +0.57 EPA/play +9.05 EPA

Rushing

• Kye Robichaux (Boston College) — 94.0 yds · 1 TD +0.48 EPA
• Matthew Sluka (Holy Cross) — 134.0 yds · 2 TD +0.38 EPA
• Thomas Castellanos (Boston College) — 54.0 yds -0.28 EPA

Receiving

• Lewis Bond (Boston College) — 5 rec · 55.0 yds +0.73 EPA
• Jalen Coker (Holy Cross) — 4 rec · 42.0 yds +1.33 EPA
• Ryan O'Keefe (Boston College) — 3 rec · 29.0 yds +0.18 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Thomas Castellanos	Boston College	23	65.2%	204	2	+0.55	+12.63
Matthew Sluka	Holy Cross	16	62.5%	127	0	+0.57	+9.05

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Holy Cross	Boston College
Plays	54	68
EPA / play	+0.389	+0.310
Total EPA	+21.00	+21.10
Success rate	51.9%	54.4%
Pass EPA / play	+0.566	+0.549
Rush EPA / play	+0.314	+0.188
Yards	394	400

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Boston College	14	88	+7.85	Rush TD
Q1	Holy Cross	15	100	+10.04	Rush TD
Q2	Boston College	14	76	+6.40	Rush TD
Q2	Holy Cross	6	27	-0.93	Punt
Q2	Boston College	8	83	+4.05	Ended
Q2	Holy Cross	2	10	+0.63	Ended
Q2	Boston College	1	2	+2.72	Pass TD
Q2	Holy Cross	2	40	+5.27	Rush TD
Q2	Boston College	4	26	-0.07	Field goal
Q3	Holy Cross	5	79	+7.22	Rush TD
Q3	Boston College	3	12	-1.50	Punt
Q3	Holy Cross	5	22	-1.36	Punt
Q3	Boston College	6	37	-0.33	Punt
Q3	Holy Cross	3	4	-2.25	Punt
Q3	Boston College	6	39	+2.52	Pass TD
Q4	Holy Cross	12	70	+4.37	Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Holy Cross Crusaders · Fumble (-3.54 EPA)
2. Q1 · Holy Cross Crusaders · Matthew Sluka pass to Phoenix Dickson for 17 yards (3rd & 13) (+3.47 EPA)
3. Q1 · Holy Cross Crusaders · Matthew Sluka rushes for 5 yards (4th & 3) (+3.46 EPA)
4. Q4 · Holy Cross Crusaders · Jordan Fuller rushes 15 yards for a touchdown (+3.42 EPA)
5. Q4 · Holy Cross Crusaders · Jordan Fuller rushes for 13 yards (4th & 1) (+3.23 EPA)
6. Q2 · Holy Cross Crusaders · Matthew Sluka rushes 8 yards for a touchdown (+3.18 EPA)
7. Q1 · Holy Cross Crusaders · Quinton Gregory rushes for a loss of 2 yards (3rd & 1) (-3.01 EPA)
8. Q4 · Holy Cross Crusaders · Penalty (3rd & 21) (+3.0 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Boston College Eagles controlled the final (31–28) in Week 2.
• Passing edge: Thomas Castellanos (Boston College) — 204.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: Holy Cross at 0.389 EPA/play.
• Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Holy Cross Crusaders vs Boston College Eagles?

Holy Cross Crusaders 28, Boston College Eagles 31 in Week 2 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Holy Cross Crusaders vs Boston College Eagles?

Boston College Eagles won with a final score of 28–31.

Where can I find the Holy Cross Crusaders vs Boston College Eagles box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401525490.

Who led Holy Cross Crusaders vs Boston College Eagles in passing?

Thomas Castellanos (Boston College) led passers with 204.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Holy Cross Crusaders at Boston College Eagles in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.