In two years, coach Jeff Haffley has changed the College Football odds narrative at Boston College. Despite the fact that his record hardly differs from his predecessor Steve Addazio. But the team record is the only similarity between the two. Addazio departed with the full wrath of his players. Many of whom trashed him on Twitter. It was an ugly ending to a mediocre reign of minor bowl berths and little upward movement. Counter to that is Haffley’s youthful enthusiasm. Players love Haffley and fight hard for him on the field. And the pro-sports-crazed Boston market is taking notice.
Boston College Eagles vs. East Carolina Pirates NCAAF Betting Information
| Date and Time: | Monday, December 27, 2021, 2:30 p.m. ET |
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| Location: | Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Annapolis, Maryland |
| Boston College vs. East Carolina TV Coverage: | ESPN |
| Team | Spread | Total | ML | |
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| East Carolina | +3½ (-110) | 50½ (-110) | +155 |  |
| Boston College | -3½ (-110) | 50½ (-110) | -175 | |
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Boston College Eagles vs. East Carolina Pirates SBG Odds Overview
On this occasion, Boston College is the more recognizable online wagering brand. Squares will flock to bet on the name that they know. However, Wise Guys aren’t so easy. Of great concern is the popgun Boston College offense. Further, studied handicappers like that East Carolina was a strong and profitable betting value in 2021. Sharps know that the Pirates will get enhanced points based on branding. And that East Carolina is good enough to cover if not win the game outright.
Boston College Eagles Team Overview
Last game Boston College lost to Wake Forest 41-10 as 6-point home dogs. The Demon Deacons and Eagles game went under the total of 64.5. Overall, Boston College has a record of 6-6 straight up, 6-6 against the spread, and 3-9 over/under. Overall, the Eagles rank 103rd for total offense and 94th for scoring offense. While defensively, BC ranks 35th overall and 34th for points allowed.
Boston College’s record is not all that impressive. Of great concern was that quarterback Phil Jurkovec missed half the season. Thus, the offense struggled to move the ball. The games that Jurkovec missed were hardly watchable. And a season-ending 41-10 loss to Wake Forest did not conclude the season the way Haffley wanted.
Haffley’s biggest accomplishment is restoring faith and interest in the BC program. Consider that Addazio left behind a program that was demoralized and underperforming. And a program that generated no interest in the saturated sports market of Boston.
Now the quest is for a quality recruiting class. Haffley is armed with a contract extension and a no longer hemorrhaging program. He has something to sell to prospective recruits.
East Carolina Pirates Team Overview
Last game, East Carolina was routed by Cincinnati 35-13 as 14.5-point home dogs. The game went under the total of 56. As a result, East Carolina is 7-5 straight up, 7-4-1 against the spread, and 4-8 over/under. Overall, East Carolina ranks 38th for total offense and 56th for scoring offense. Defensively, the Pirates rank 80th overall and 67th for points allowed.
Boston College Eagles vs. East Carolina Pirates Against the Spread
- East Carolina has gotten the money in six of their previous eight games
- The Pirates have gone under the total in five of their most recent seven outings
- East Carolina is 1-4 against the spread vs. the Atlantic Coast Conference
- Boston College has covered only two of their last seven games
- The Eagles have gone under the total in seven of their most recent eight games
- In December, the Eagles are 5-0 over the total
Boston College Eagles vs. East Carolina Pirates SBG Free Picks
As mentioned earlier, East Carolina is in better College Football odds form. Also, the Pirates have provided far greater wagering value this season. Boston College is a dicey proposition as a low-scoring favorite.
Boston College vs. East Carolina SBG Best Bet: East Carolina Pirates.