No D1 Football for Northeastern or Boston U.

**Boston’s Gridiron Ghost: Why Northeastern vs. BU Football Isn’t Happening This Season**

BOSTON, MA – As the college football world gears up for its much-anticipated 2024 season kickoff, a frequently discussed local matchup between the Northeastern Huskies and the Boston University Terriers will, once again, not appear on the schedule. Despite occasional fan speculation or placeholder listings, neither Northeastern University nor Boston University currently fields an active NCAA Division I football program.

This means that any anticipated season opener featuring these two storied Boston institutions is not an actual event. There are no game dates, times, or locations planned for a gridiron contest between the Huskies and the Terriers, as their football programs have long been dormant.

Northeastern University officially discontinued its football program following the 2009 season. The Huskies had competed at the Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) level, then known as Division I-AA, primarily as a member of the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA). While Northeastern remains a prominent athletic force in the CAA for many other sports and is a powerhouse in Hockey East, football is no longer among its offerings.

Similarly, Boston University ceased its football operations even earlier, after the 1997 season. The Terriers also competed at the FCS level, primarily within the Patriot League, where many of their other athletic teams continue to compete today, alongside their Hockey East affiliation.

The absence of these programs often leads to confusion, particularly for new college football fans or those browsing generic schedule aggregators. It’s a key distinction for anyone looking to follow actual matchups as the season approaches in late August and early September.

For those eager to catch legitimate college football action, numerous games will be kicking off nationwide. Fans are encouraged to consult official NCAA schedules and reputable sports news outlets such as ESPN, CBS Sports, and Fox Sports for confirmed game details, broadcast information, and accurate schedules for the 2024 season.

While a gridiron clash between the Huskies and Terriers remains a nostalgic footnote in Boston sports history, both universities continue to support robust NCAA athletic programs across a wide array of other competitive sports.