Boston College enters its Week 2 trip to Michigan State flying high after a 66–10 thrashing of Fordham in which their offense looked unstoppable and their defense turned opportunistic plays into points, but the challenge in East Lansing will be proving that such dominance can translate against a tougher, Big Ten-caliber opponent. The breakout star of the opener was quarterback Dylan Lonergan, who threw for 268 yards and four touchdowns while showing poise and command in his first start, and his connection with wideout Lewis Bond, who finished with 11 receptions for 138 yards and two scores, immediately became the focal point of the passing attack. Running back Turbo Richard added balance with steady production on the ground, giving the Eagles an offense that can hurt defenses in multiple ways if given time and space. Defensively, Boston College forced Fordham into mistakes, capitalized with a pick-six, and controlled the line of scrimmage throughout, but the real test will come in trying to stop Michigan State’s ground game, led by Makhi Frazier and a physical offensive line that thrives on wearing down opponents.

The Eagles will need their defensive front to hold up against the run and avoid getting pushed around, while the secondary must be ready for play-action shots that could catch them off balance if they overcommit to the box. Offensively, the key will be protecting Lonergan against a Spartan pass rush that has the ability to collapse the pocket quickly; if he has time, he’s shown the accuracy and decision-making to exploit holes in coverage, but if pressured consistently, the risk of turnovers rises significantly. Special teams execution will also be crucial, as hidden yardage could prove decisive in what may be a lower-scoring, grind-it-out type of game compared to BC’s opener. From a betting perspective, Boston College is 1–0 ATS after covering with ease against Fordham, but their true test comes here, and oddsmakers have positioned them as narrow underdogs due to Michigan State’s home-field advantage and defensive strengths. For head coach Bill O’Brien, the mission is clear: keep the offense balanced, stay disciplined defensively, and avoid the types of mistakes that Spartan Stadium’s crowd thrives on magnifying. If the Eagles can replicate their Week 1 sharpness, sustain drives through Lonergan’s passing and Richard’s rushing, and prevent Michigan State from dictating tempo with their run game, they have a legitimate chance to notch a signature road win early in the season. A victory here would not only boost their national profile but also send a strong message that Boston College is prepared to compete at a higher level this year, making them a dangerous team in the ACC race.