Connecticut vs Boston College Prediction, Odds & Best Prop Bets – NCAAF, Week 8

BetMGM Betting Oct 15, 2025, 7:00 PM

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Boston College quarterback Thomas Castellanos (1) rolls out during the second half of an NCAA college football game against UConn Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023 in Boston. (AP Photo/Mark Stockwell)

(AP Photo/Mark Stockwell)

Boston College is a -1.5 point favorite vs. Connecticut
Connecticut vs. Boston College Total (Over/Under): 58.5 points
TV Channel: ACCN

Connecticut (4-2) visit Alumni Stadium to take on Boston College (1-5) on Oct. 18 in Chestnut Hill, MA. Kickoff is scheduled for 12:00pm EDT.

Boston College is a betting favorite in Week 8, with the spread sitting at -1.5 (-118).

The Connecticut vs. Boston College Over/Under is 58.5 total points.

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Connecticut vs. Boston College Odds, Spread, Over/Under:

	Spread	Total (O/U)	Moneyline
Connecticut	+1.5 -102	58.5 -110	100
Boston College	-1.5 -118	58.5 -110	-120

Connecticut vs Boston College Prediction:

The winning team model predicts Boston College will win this game with 53.5% confidence, based on game simulations, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results.

This winning team prediction factors in up-to-date player injuries for both Connecticut and Boston College, key player performances this season and recent team trends.

Connecticut vs Boston College Spread Prediction:

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts Boston College will cover the spread with 51.3% confidence.

This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performances for both teams, opening and current betting lines plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.

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Connecticut Best Bets Today

UConn has hit the Moneyline in 9 of their last 13 games (+2.90 Units / 5% ROI)
UConn have covered the Spread in 6 of their last 13 games (+1.60 Units / 11% ROI)
UConn has hit the Game Total Over in 7 of their last 13 games (+1.50 Units / 10% ROI)
Connecticut have covered the 1Q Spread in 7 of their last 12 games (+1.40 Units / 10% ROI)
Connecticut has hit the 1H Game Total Under in 7 of their last 12 games (+1.15 Units / 8% ROI)

Boston College Best Bets Today

Boston College has hit the 1H Game Total Over in 10 of their last 13 games (+7.80 Units / 52% ROI)
Boston College has hit the Game Total Over in 9 of their last 13 games (+5.70 Units / 40% ROI)
Boston College has hit the 1Q Moneyline in 6 of their last 7 games at home (+5.45 Units / 23% ROI)
Boston College have covered the 1Q Spread in 6 of their last 7 games at home (+4.85 Units / 59% ROI)
Boston College has hit the 1H Moneyline in 5 of their last 6 games at home (+4.65 Units / 17% ROI)

Connecticut Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Connecticut is against the spread this college football season ( Units / ROI).

Connecticut is when betting on the Moneyline for Units / ROI
Connecticut is when betting the Over for Units / ROI
Connecticut is when betting the Under for Units / ROI

Boston College Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Boston College iss 2-4 against the spread this college football season (-2.4 Units / -36.09% ROI).

Boston College is 1-5 when betting on the Moneyline for -9.7 Units / -17.41% ROI
Boston College is 3-2 when betting the Over for +0.8 Units / 12.12% ROI
Boston College is 2-3 when betting the Under for -1.3 Units / -19.7% ROI

Connecticut: Keys to the Game vs. Boston College

Boston College TEs have been targeted 15 times in close and late situations this season– most among FBS Teams

Boston College TEs have been targeted 15 times in close and late situations this season– most among Power Conference Teams

Boston College has 351 receptions in 19 games (just 18.5 per game) since the 2024 season — 4th-worst among ACC skill players. UConn’s defense has allowed 21.0 receptions per game since the 2024 season — T-16th-worst among FBS defenses.

Boston College’s TEs has 93 receptions in 19 games (4.9 per game) since the 2024 season — T-3rd-best among ACC TEs. UConn’s defense has allowed 21.0 receptions per game since the 2024 season — T-16th-worst among FBS defenses.

Boston College RBs averaged 9.5 yards from scrimmage per touch (352 yards / 37 touches) on 3rd down last season– best among FBS Teams; Average: 5.6

Boston College: Keys to the Game vs. Connecticut

Boston College had no interceptions (0 pass attempts) in the Red Zone last season– T-worst in FBS; Average: 36.5

Boston College did not record a sack (27 pass attempts) in the Red Zone in the 2023 season– T-worst among Power Conference Teams; Average: 14.2

Boston College has allowed 26 first down receptions in the Red Zone since the 2024 season– 2nd-most in FBS

Boston College has allowed 10 first down receptions in the Red Zone this season– most among Power Conference Teams

Boston College had no interceptions (0 pass attempts) in the Red Zone last season– T-worst among Power Conference Teams; Average: 36.5

Matchup Notes for Connecticut vs. Boston College