California vs Boston College Picks and Predictions for Saturday, September 27, 2025

By: David Anicetti Updated 09/27/2025, 01:32 AM ET

The California Golden Bears visit the Boston College Eagles at Alumni Stadium on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at 3:30 p.m. ET. California is 3–1 following a 34–0 loss at San Diego State. Boston College is 1–2 following a 30–20 loss at Stanford. Get more winners and fewer bad beats with our free college football predictions.

California Preview

Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele has 988 passing yards with 6 touchdowns and 3 interceptions. Trond Grizzell leads with 266 receiving yards, and Jacob De Jesus has been a target over the middle. The run game sits at 421 yards on 120 carries (3.5 yards per rush) led by Kendrick Raphael (228). Protection must improve with eight sacks allowed.

On defense, Cade Uluave has 34 tackles and sets the tone. Hezekiah Masses has 3 interceptions, and the corners jump routes well. The front must finish plays and get off the field on third down. After getting shut out, a quick start and cleaner pocket play are the main needs.

Boston College Preview

Dylan Lonergan is off to a solid start with 991 yards, 9 touchdowns, and 1 interception. Lewis Bond has 29 catches for 275 yards, while Reed Harris and VJ Wilkins have excellent hands. The backs have 220 yards on 87 carries, so the pass game drives this offense. Kicker Luca Lombardo is perfect (15-for-15 extra points, 5-for-5 field goals).

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On defense, KP Price leads with 20 tackles. Owen McGowan and the line have a few sacks, but pressure has been inconsistent. The group has only one interception so far and must improve its pass coverage. At home, the crowd will help, but the players must step up against the Bears.

California and Boston College Prediction

California’s defense can take the ball away, but the offense has stalled when the pocket breaks down. Boston College throws it better right now and limits mistakes. With Lonergan’s accuracy and a reliable kicker, the Eagles have the biggest advantage. Take Boston College to win and cover. Final Score Prediction: Boston College Eagles win and cover ATS 27-16.