Boston College defeats Rutgers in annual Red Bandanna Game

Mason McKenzie threw a 78-yard touchdown pass and added a rushing score to lead Boston College past Rutgers 28-21 on Friday night. The victory occurred during the Eagles' annual Red Bandanna Game, which honors the legacy of former lacrosse player Welles Crowther. McKenzie finished with 244 passing yards and two interceptions, while Rutgers quarterback AJ Surace threw for 230 yards with three touchdowns and four interceptions in his first collegiate start. Rutgers narrowed the deficit in the second half but failed to convert on several critical fourth-down opportunities deep in Boston College territory. Boston College linebacker Bodie Kahoun was transported to a hospital during the second quarter after an injury, though reports confirmed he had movement in all extremities. Boston College improves to 1-1 and will host Maine next Saturday, while Rutgers falls to 0-2 and prepares for a game against No. 14 USC.

• 3:35 AMYahoo Sports — Mason McKenzie throws for a TD, runs for one as BC beats Rutgers 28-21 in Eagles' Red Bandanna Game