Grayson James leads Boston College to comeback win over Western Kentucky
- Grayson James stepped in as the starting quarterback for Boston College, completing 19 of 32 passes for 168 yards and one interception.
- Western Kentucky initially led the game 20-7 in the fourth quarter, but Boston College scored two touchdowns to secure the win.
- The victory may affect Boston College's ranking, as they were previously receiving votes in the Top 25.
On Saturday afternoon, Boston College achieved a dramatic comeback against Western Kentucky, winning 21-20. The Eagles, playing without starting quarterback Thomas Castellanos due to an undisclosed injury, relied on backup Grayson James, who completed 19 of 32 passes for 168 yards and one interception. Western Kentucky initially took control of the game, leading 20-7 in the fourth quarter after a strong performance from quarterback Caden Veltkamp, who threw two touchdown passes. The turning point came when Donovan Ezeiruaka forced a fumble on Veltkamp, allowing Boston College to recover the ball deep in Hilltoppers' territory. James capitalized on this opportunity, connecting with Jerand Bradley for an 8-yard touchdown pass, narrowing the deficit. Shortly after, James scored on a 1-yard bootleg, bringing the Eagles within six points. Despite being a 12.5-point underdog, Western Kentucky had shown improvement compared to their earlier loss to Alabama. However, their inability to maintain the lead in the final quarter highlighted defensive lapses. Boston College's defense, which had struggled at times, made crucial plays when it mattered most. This victory may impact Boston College's ranking, as they were previously receiving votes in the Top 25. The Eagles will look to build on this momentum as they prepare for their next game against Virginia in ACC action, while Western Kentucky will host UTEP after a week off.