Cincinnati Bearcats to Host Boston College Eagles in Week 1 College Football Matchup

The Cincinnati Bearcats are set to host the Boston College Eagles on Saturday for a Week 1 college football game, which will be broadcast on FOX.

Last season, Cincinnati began strong with a 7-1 record but ended with five consecutive losses. Head coach Scott Satterfield, now in his fourth season, has introduced a significantly altered roster, including over 46 new players, among them 22 transfers and 24 freshmen. JC French IV will take over as quarterback after a successful stint at Georgia Southern.

Boston College, coming off a challenging 2025 season with a 2-10 record, has also made substantial changes. The Eagles struggled defensively, ranking last in the ACC for yards allowed per game. They will start Mason McKenzie at quarterback, who previously excelled at the Division II level. Both teams face pressure to improve, making this matchup critical for their respective seasons.