No. 12 Notre Dame 25-10 BC: Escapes, Keeps Streak

**No. 12 Fighting Irish Weather Boston College Storm, Extend Win Streak to Six**

**SOUTH BEND, Ind. –** The No. 12 ranked Notre Dame Fighting Irish secured their sixth consecutive football victory this past Saturday, fending off a gritty Boston College team for a hard-fought 25-10 win at Notre Dame Stadium. While the final score offered a seemingly comfortable margin, reports from the field and post-game analysis indicated a far tougher battle than the numbers betrayed, with the Irish needing to “escape” a persistent Eagles challenge before ultimately pulling away in the final quarter.

The victory, played under crisp autumn skies on Saturday, November 18, continued Notre Dame’s late-season surge and kept their hopes for a significant bowl berth alive. However, it was not a performance without its share of tense moments against an inspired Boston College squad.

From the outset, Boston College, often a physical adversary in this long-standing “Holy War” rivalry, came prepared to challenge Notre Dame’s dominance. The Eagles’ defense proved stout early, disrupting Notre Dame’s offensive rhythm and forcing difficult throws and contested runs. The first half saw both teams trade blows, with points coming at a premium. Notre Dame struggled to convert drives into touchdowns, relying on field goals to build a narrow lead, which at one point in the second quarter was only a single score. Analysts noted the Irish offense looked out of sync for stretches, failing to capitalize on prime field position.

“We knew Boston College wasn’t going to roll over,” said Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman in his post-game press conference. “They’re a tough, physical football team, and they came here to play. We had to earn every single yard and every single point today. It wasn’t always pretty, but our guys showed tremendous resolve and found a way to win.”

The turning point seemed to come late in the third quarter and carried into the fourth. After weathering an Eagles’ drive that threatened to close the gap further, the Irish defense stepped up with crucial stops, forcing Boston College to punt. On the ensuing possession, Notre Dame’s offense, spearheaded by a resurgent ground game and a couple of key completions, finally found its stride. A pivotal touchdown extended their lead, giving them breathing room heading into the game’s final phase.

A subsequent defensive stand and another scoring drive—either a field goal or a late touchdown—allowed Notre Dame to finally pull away from the tenacious Eagles, turning a nail-biter into a more respectable 25-10 final. The Irish defense, a consistent strength throughout their winning streak, was instrumental in containing Boston College’s offensive efforts, particularly in the critical moments of the second half.

“Games like this define a team,” commented senior linebacker Jack Kiser. “When things aren’t going your way, you have to dig deep. We made adjustments, stuck together, and ultimately, we executed when it mattered most. That’s the sign of a resilient team.”

The win pushes Notre Dame’s record to 9-2 on the season and extends their impressive winning streak to six games, dating back to early October. It reinforces their position within the top 15 national rankings and bolsters their resume for a top-tier bowl game invitation. Despite the challenging nature of the victory, the Fighting Irish demonstrated their ability to overcome adversity and finish strong, a trait highly valued in championship-contending teams.

Notre Dame will now look to carry this momentum into their regular-season finale next Saturday when they host the Stanford Cardinal in what promises to be another test of their late-season form.