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Rutgers and Boston College face off in the Red Bandanna Game

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Last updated Sep 11, 2026

Rutgers and Boston College face off in the Red Bandanna Game

Summary

Rutgers travels to Alumni Stadium in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, on September 11, 2026, to play Boston College. Both programs look to recover from season-opening losses to UMass and Cincinnati, respectively. AJ Surace earns the start at quarterback for Rutgers, replacing the injured Dylan Lonergan. This matchup coincides with the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Boston College hosts the contest as part of its annual Red Bandanna Game, which honors alumnus Welles Crowther. The game remains underway as both teams seek their first win of the season.

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•Rutgers and Boston College meet at Alumni Stadium on September 11, 2026.
•AJ Surace starts at quarterback for Rutgers in place of Dylan Lonergan.
•Boston College hosts the annual Red Bandanna Game to honor Welles Crowther.
•Both teams enter the matchup coming off losses in their season openers.

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The Rutgers Scarlet Knights (0-1) and Boston College Eagles (0-1) look to bounce back from Week 1 losses as they meet for the first time since 2022 at Alumni Stadium in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, on Friday night. How to Watch…
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