Nebraska and Boston College Prepare for Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium
Both teams aim to cap their seasons with a victory, as Nebraska faces player opt-outs and Boston College seeks its first eight-win season since 2009.
- Nebraska returns to bowl play for the first time since 2016, led by standout freshman quarterback Dylan Raiola, who has committed to staying with the program despite transfer rumors.
- Boston College, under first-year head coach Bill O'Brien, is aiming for its first eight-win season in 15 years and has seen key contributions from both senior leaders and younger players this season.
- Nebraska is dealing with the loss of 11 players due to opt-outs, including significant contributors on both offense and defense, creating opportunities for younger players to step up in the game.
- Boston College's Donovan Ezeiruaku, the ACC Defensive Player of the Year, and emerging offensive talents like running back Kye Robichaux are expected to play pivotal roles in the matchup.
- The game holds personal significance for Nebraska coach Matt Rhule, a New York City native, as he leads a team featuring eight players from the New York and New Jersey area.