Boston College Eagles vs. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 2024 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Nebraska Cornhuskers defeated Boston College Eagles 20–15 in Week 1, 2024. Final score: Boston College Eagles 15, Nebraska Cornhuskers 20.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Boston College Eagles	0	0	0	12	15
Nebraska Cornhuskers	0	12	6	0	20

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Dylan Raiola (Nebraska) — 221.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.16 EPA/play +5.09 EPA
• Brian Buschini (Nebraska) — 8.0 yds · +3.72 EPA/play +3.72 EPA
• Grayson James (Boston College) — 284.0 yds · +0.03 EPA/play +1.35 EPA

Rushing

• Emmett Johnson (Nebraska) — 75.0 yds -0.42 EPA
• Kye Robichaux (Boston College) — 19.0 yds -0.59 EPA
• Rahmir Johnson (Nebraska) — 59.0 yds · 1 TD +0.63 EPA

Receiving

• Lewis Bond (Boston College) — 7 rec · 114.0 yds +2.09 EPA
• Jeremiah Franklin (Boston College) — 6 rec · 56.0 yds +0.45 EPA
• Thomas Fidone II (Nebraska) — 5 rec · 50.0 yds +0.26 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Dylan Raiola	Nebraska	31	71.0%	221	1	+0.16	+5.09
Brian Buschini	Nebraska	1	100.0%	8	0	+3.72	+3.72
Grayson James	Boston College	44	59.1%	284	0	+0.03	+1.35

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Boston College	Nebraska
Plays	67	64
EPA / play	-0.111	+0.078
Total EPA	-7.43	+4.96
Success rate	38.8%	43.8%
Pass EPA / play	+0.031	+0.275
Rush EPA / play	-0.382	-0.120
Yards	348	378

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Nebraska	5	46	-0.36	Interception
Q1	Boston College	10	68	+2.11	Missed FG
Q1	Nebraska	15	75	+5.90	Rush TD
Q2	Boston College	11	40	-4.40	Ended
Q2	Nebraska	1	7	-5.11	Fumble
Q2	Boston College	4	8	-4.54	Ended
Q2	Nebraska	7	62	+2.93	Rush TD
Q2	Boston College	12	66	-0.50	Ended
Q2	Nebraska	1	-1	0.00	Ended
Q3	Boston College	3	2	-3.08	Punt
Q3	Nebraska	10	68	+0.95	Ended
Q3	Boston College	5	43	-2.27	Fumble
Q3	Nebraska	7	50	+3.38	Pass TD
Q3	Boston College	13	70	-0.67	Ended
Q4	Nebraska	6	15	-1.22	Punt
Q4	Boston College	8	49	+5.01	Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Boston College Eagles · Grayson James pass to Turbo Richard for 50 yards (3rd & 12) (+6.19 EPA)
2. Q3 · Boston College Eagles · Fumble (-5.5 EPA)
3. Q2 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Fumble (-5.11 EPA)
4. Q4 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Punt for 17 yards (-4.33 EPA)
5. Q3 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Dylan Raiola pass to Emmett Johnson for a touchdown (13 yards) (+4.29 EPA)
6. Q3 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Brian Buschini pass to Isaac Gifford for 8 yards (4th & 5) (+3.72 EPA)
7. Q4 · Boston College Eagles · Grayson James pass to Lewis Bond for 12 yards (3rd & 6) (+3.64 EPA)
8. Q4 · Boston College Eagles · Grayson James — Pass Incompletion (no gain) (-3.63 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Nebraska Cornhuskers controlled the final (20–15) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Dylan Raiola (Nebraska) — 221.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: Nebraska at 0.078 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 Boston College Eagles vs Nebraska Cornhuskers?

Boston College Eagles 15, Nebraska Cornhuskers 20 in Week 1 of the 2024 college football season.

Who won Boston College Eagles vs Nebraska Cornhuskers?

Nebraska Cornhuskers won with a final score of 15–20.

Where can I find the Boston College Eagles vs Nebraska Cornhuskers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401677095.

Who led Boston College Eagles vs Nebraska Cornhuskers in passing?

Dylan Raiola (Nebraska) led passers with 221.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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