The Huskies will play the Eagles on Saturday, September 2nd, 2023. The matchup takes place at Alumni Stadium (Chestnut Hill, MA). Watch this exciting Week 1 matchup at 12:00 pm EDT. Check local listings for coverage on ACCN.
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Table of Contents
- Matchup Stats
- Paddy O'Parlay
- Best Odds
- Interactive Odds Example
- Prop Bets
- Recent Meetings
- Team Standings
- Futures Odds
- Team Schedules & Results
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
The 2023 college football season has begun, with Northern Illinois and Boston College scheduled to matchup at Alumni Stadium (Chestnut Hill, MA). First, let's review each team's stats from the 2022 season to get an idea of what we can expect on gameday.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - Northern Illinois had a 96.33 conference power ranking in the 2022 season. The conference power ranking for Boston College in the 2022 season was 96.00.
- Away Northern Illinois - At the end of the 2022 regular season, Northern Illinois had a 2-4 record as an away team, ranking them 3rd in the MAC Conference for away team wins.
- Home Boston College - Boston College finished the 2022 regular season with a 2-4 record as a home team. They ranked 3rd in the ACC Conference for home team wins in 2022.
- Points Scored - Northern Illinois wound up 3rd (327) in the MAC Conference, with Boston College ranked 6th (213) for points scored in the 2022 ACC Conference.
- Points Against - Northern Illinois finished 1st (393) in the MAC Conference for points scored by opponents in 2022. Boston College wound up 2nd (364) in the 2022 ACC Conference for points against.
- Team Records - Northern Illinois had a 3-9 regular season overall record, with Boston College notching a 3-9 regular season standing last year.
Paddy O'Parlay
The "Sports Network" talking heads have nothing on my Irish arse!
Get ready for a wild match-up as the Northern Illinois takes on Boston College...
In a clash of underdogs, both teams with 3-9 records last season... It's a fresh start for these schools in the 2023 college football season.
The game will be held at Alumni Stadium in Chestnut Hill, MA... Home advantage for Boston College. Can they defend their turf?
If you're looking to add some excitement to your Saturday, head over to SportsBetting3.com... Bet on this game and review the odds below.
Will Northern Illinois bounce back from their previous season's struggles?... Or will Boston College make a statement with a strong start?
Whatever the outcome, expect an intense battle on the gridiron from these determined teams... It's an early chance for both to set the tone for the rest of the season.
Don't miss the action on September 2nd at Alumni Stadium... It's a game that could surprise even the most seasoned college football fans.
Best Huskies at Eagles Odds
| Underdog Northern Illinois | Favorite Boston College |
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| Over | Under |
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| Underdog Northern Illinois | Favorite Boston College |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
Boston College is a -8 -110 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while Northern Illinois is a +8 -110 point spread underdog at BetMGM.
The best over line is 50 -110 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 50 -110 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the under.
Boston College is a -350 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and Northern Illinois is a +260 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.
College Football Odds Example
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Northern Illinois
Boston College
9/02/23 12:00pm EDT | +8 -110-8 -110 |
Underdog Northern Illinois - Northern Illinois bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.
A +8 Northern Illinois underdog bet wins if they lose by 7 or fewer, tie, or win outright. The bet pushes if they lose by 8. Your bet loses if they lose by 9 or more.
Favorite Boston College - Boston College bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.
A -8 Boston College favorite bet wins if they win by 9 or more. The bet pushes if they win by 8. Your bet loses if they win by 7 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.
Northern Illinois at Boston College Prop Bets
Important Note: Some states expressly forbid individual college athlete prop bets. The following wagers may not be available depending on your particular state laws.
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Northern Illinois
Boston College
First Team To Score
9/02/23 12:00pm EDT | +130-165Bet |
Northern Illinois
Boston College
No Touchdown
To Score 1st Touchdown
9/02/23 12:00pm EDT | +135-200+10000Bet |
Northern Illinois
Boston College
Game to Overtime
9/02/23 12:00pm EDT | +1050-10000Bet |
Northern Illinois
Boston College
Both Teams Score 10+
9/02/23 12:00pm EDT | -750+475Bet |
| BetMGM | |
Northern Illinois
Boston College
Both Teams Score 20+
9/02/23 12:00pm EDT | +110-140Bet |
Northern Illinois
Boston College
Both Teams Score 30+
9/02/23 12:00pm EDT | +700-1400Bet |
Recent Meetings Since 2019
| Week | Game | Result | Margin |
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| 2023 Week 1 | Northern Illinois vs Boston College Saturday, September 2nd, 2023 | NIU 27, BC 24 (OT) Alumni Stadium (Chestnut Hill, MA) | Northern Illinois by 3 |
Team Standings
| Team | Conf | Conf% | W | L | PF | PA | Home | Away | Strk |
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| ACC | |||||||||
| Boston College | 3-5 | 0.375 | 7 | 6 | 323 | 368 | 3-4 | 3-2 | W1 |
| MAC West | |||||||||
| Northern Illinois | 5-3 | 0.625 | 7 | 6 | 324 | 273 | 3-3 | 3-3 | W3 |
Northern Illinois & Boston College Futures Odds
Latest NCAA Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review odds for other teams and learn the best College Football bets.
Northern Illinois Championship Odds|
Team | BetMGM |
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| Northern Illinois | +100000 Bet |
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Team | BetMGM |
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| Boston College | +80000 Bet |
Team Schedules & Results
| Week | Matchup | Date & Result |
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| Week 1 | Northern Illinois vs Boston College | NIU 27, BC 24 (OT) Saturday, September 2nd, 2023 |
| Week 2 | Southern Illinois vs Northern Illinois | SIU 14, NIU 11 Saturday, September 9th, 2023 |
| Week 3 | Northern Illinois vs Nebraska | NEB 35, NIU 11 Saturday, September 16th, 2023 |
| Week 4 | Tulsa vs Northern Illinois | TLSA 22, NIU 14 Saturday, September 23rd, 2023 |
| Week 5 | Northern Illinois vs Toledo | TOL 35, NIU 33 Saturday, September 30th, 2023 |
| Week 6 | Northern Illinois vs Akron | NIU 55, AKR 14 Saturday, October 7th, 2023 |
| Week 7 | Ohio vs Northern Illinois | NIU 23, OHIO 13 Saturday, October 14th, 2023 |
| Week 8 | Eastern Michigan vs Northern Illinois | NIU 20, EMU 13 Saturday, October 21st, 2023 |
| Week 10 | Northern Illinois vs Central Michigan | CMU 37, NIU 31 Tuesday, October 31st, 2023 |
| Week 11 | Ball State vs Northern Illinois | BALL 20, NIU 17 Tuesday, November 7th, 2023 |
| Week 12 | Western Michigan vs Northern Illinois | NIU 24, WMU 0 Tuesday, November 14th, 2023 |
| Week 13 | Northern Illinois vs Kent State | NIU 37, KENT 27 Saturday, November 25th, 2023 |
| Bowls | Arkansas State vs Northern Illinois Camellia Bowl | NIU 21, ARST 19 Saturday, December 23rd, 2023 |
| Week | Matchup | Date & Result |
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| Week 1 | Northern Illinois vs Boston College | NIU 27, BC 24 (OT) Saturday, September 2nd, 2023 |
| Week 2 | Holy Cross vs Boston College | BC 31, HC 28 Saturday, September 9th, 2023 |
| Week 3 | Florida State vs Boston College | FSU 31, BC 29 Saturday, September 16th, 2023 |
| Week 4 | Boston College vs Louisville | LOU 56, BC 28 Saturday, September 23rd, 2023 |
| Week 5 | Virginia vs Boston College | BC 27, UVA 24 Saturday, September 30th, 2023 |
| Week 6 | Boston College vs Army | BC 27, ARMY 24 Saturday, October 7th, 2023 |
| Week 8 | Boston College vs Georgia Tech | BC 38, GT 23 Saturday, October 21st, 2023 |
| Week 9 | UConn vs Boston College | BC 21, CONN 14 Saturday, October 28th, 2023 |
| Week 10 | Boston College vs Syracuse | BC 17, SYR 10 Friday, November 3rd, 2023 |
| Week 11 | Virginia Tech vs Boston College | VT 48, BC 22 Saturday, November 11th, 2023 |
| Week 12 | Boston College vs Pittsburgh | PITT 24, BC 16 Thursday, November 16th, 2023 |
| Week 13 | Miami (FL) vs Boston College | MIA 45, BC 20 Friday, November 24th, 2023 |
| Bowls | SMU vs Boston College Wasabi Fenway Bowl | BC 23, SMU 14 Thursday, December 28th, 2023 |
How to Bet on the Game
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How to Bet on the Northern Illinois vs Boston College College Football Game
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Open a new sports betting account before game time.
Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Saturday, September 2nd, 2023 at 12:00 pm EDT, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.
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Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.
Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.
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Tap to the sportsbook's College Football page, look for the Northern Illinois vs Boston College Game.
Navigate to the sportsbook's College Football page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Northern Illinois vs Boston College Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.