Boston College at Nevada

The Boston College Eagles will be playing in their 12th straight Bowl game. This team has been one of the best Bowl teams over the years, especially when placed in the role of an underdog. Going all the way back to 1985, the Eagles have pulled quite a few surprises when it comes in as a Bowl dog. They are 6-2 ATS, but also 6-2 straight-up as a Bowl dog. Nevada won their biggest game in the history of their program when they took on an unbeaten Boise State team that many thought could crash the BCS Championship party. Nevada has a big offense, but is limited on defense. The Eagles are the exact opposite, boasting a good defense and limited offense. Last year the Wolfpack brought in a team that averaged 49.5 points per game in their last nine and squared off vs. a limited defense in SMU and were held to 10 points and were beaten badly 45-10. Two years ago they were a favorite vs. another ACC team and gave up 42 in a 7-point loss. Three years ago they brought the #7 ranked offense into their Bowl game vs. New Mexico and were shutout 23-0. Under head coach Chris Ault, the Wolfpack are just 5-13 ATS on the road vs. non-conference foes. This is a Bowl pedigreed underdog, facing a team that has done nothing but struggle in their Bowl games. The Eagles are 23-9 ATS after rushing for 200+ in their last game. I'm backing Boston College in this one.