Cincinnati looks to extend win streak in home openers to 25 when it faces Boston College

Cincinnati aims to continue its 25-match home opener winning streak when it hosts Boston College on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. ET. The Bison have struggled defensively, allowing 433.3 yards per game (126th in FBS), while Cincinnati's defense has been slightly better, conceding 399.2 yards per game (74th). In terms of offense, Cincinnati's 407.3 yards per game (42nd in FBS) provides more hope than Boston College's 383.4 yards per game (71st).

Boston College's passing game has been a concern, with Mason McKenzie throwing for 2,088 yards, 17 touchdowns and 11 interceptions. Cincinnati's passing defense has been the weakest, allowing 255.7 yards per game (121st). Cincinnati's rushing defense is slightly better, restricting 178.8 yards per game (105th), compared to Boston College's 177.6 yards allowed per game (104th).

Reed Swanson and Larenzo Fenner led Boston College's receiving corps with 939 and 1,001 yards respectively, while Evan Dickens and Cole Tabb powered Cincinnati's ground game with 1,339 and 445 yards respectively. The Bison will face Rutgers on Sept. 11, followed by Cincinnati hosting Western Carolina on Sept. 12.