Final preseason work
The Boston College Eagles are in the closing stretch of their 2026 preseason, using the last few days of practice to sharpen both sides of the ball. Interceptions by Max Tucker and Carter Davis highlighted a defensive session that emphasized fundamentals, while backup quarterback Grayson Wilson found the end zone with a touchdown pass to VJ Wilkins.
Head coach Bill O'Brien has been deliberate in installing Cincinnati‑specific looks, though he cautions that the team will not operate at full throttle until the following week. The preparation includes studying an opponent that has lost its starting quarterback, top running back and leading receiver to the transfer portal, a shift that adds uncertainty to the Bearcats' offensive identity.
Adding another layer of intrigue, co‑defensive coordinator Tyson Veidt and offensive coordinator Brad Glenn departed after the previous season, leaving new schematics to be woven into the Eagles' playbook. The transition has been marked by a reliance on scout teams, which have emerged as a crucial bridge between preseason work and the regular‑season game plan.
On September 5, the Eagles will open the season at Nippert Stadium, facing Cincinnati in a matchup that will be televised nationally on Fox with a kickoff scheduled for 3:30 p.m. The game represents both a test of the new schemes and an opportunity for the roster to gel under the guidance of returning head coach Scott Satterfield.