Boston College vs Notre Dame head-to-head: position-by-position star ratings, experience, and composite grades on CFB Matchup. They meet Week 11, Saturday, November 14, 2026.
The Breakdown
#5 Notre Dame's 69 composite towers over Boston College's 56, with 4★ talent at nearly every spot.
When Boston College has the ball: A 3★ O-line meets Notre Dame's 4★ D-line, led by 5★ Bryce Young. Rough day blocking.
When Notre Dame has the ball: The 3.8★ O-line faces Boston College's 2.8★ D-line — a full star edge in the run game.
Swing factor: QB duel: 4★ CJ Carr, two years, versus 3★ transfer Mason McKenzie, three. Talent beats mileage.
X-factor: Mid-November Saturday in South Bend. Notre Dame starts just 14% portal additions — a homegrown, top-heavy roster.