Did Boston College Eagles' Penalties Open the Door for California Golden Bears at Alumni Stadium?

First Quarter

The Boston College Eagles entered the game with a 1-3 record, while the California Golden Bears boasted a 4-1 standing. The first quarter saw BC take an early lead with two rushing touchdowns, one of which was a remarkable 71-yard dash by Turbo Richard. However, Cal responded with their own touchdown drive, ending the quarter at 14-7 in favor of BC.

Second Quarter

In the second quarter, both teams continued to battle fiercely. Dylan Lonergan's passing efforts were met with mixed results as he completed 21 out of 37 attempts but threw two interceptions that hindered BC's momentum. A field goal by Luca Lombardo extended BC's lead slightly to 17-14 by halftime.

Third Quarter

The third quarter turned into a defensive standoff as neither team managed to score. Omar Thornton made an interception for BC, showcasing their defensive capabilities despite not converting it into points on offense.

Fourth Quarter

The final period was decisive for Cal as they scored two touchdowns against one from BC. Despite Richard adding another rushing touchdown to his tally and accumulating an impressive total of 171 yards on the ground, penalties plagued BC throughout the game. They incurred 15 penalties resulting in significant yardage losses and ultimately contributed to their downfall.

In this intense matchup at Alumni Stadium (Chestnut Hill), fans witnessed how critical moments and strategic errors shaped the outcome. The Boston College Eagles vs California Golden Bears final score ended at 28-24 in favor of Cal.

Looking ahead, fans can catch BC facing off against Pittsburgh Panthers on October 4th at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh at noon EDT; tune into ACC Network for live coverage.

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