In the hours leading up to the game, it was reported by the AJC that QB Jordan Yates would get the start due to injury to Jeff Sims. Yates has seen ample time this year and is more than capable of leading the Jackets to a victory. His efforts were undermined by a defense who once again allowed over 500 yards for the fourth time this season.
Boston College started with possession and only needed 5 plays and two minutes to score. Almost all of the yards came on two chunk pass plays that would be the pattern of the night.