Breaking: Fordham Rams to Face Boston College in 2025 Season Opener — First Matchup in Over 70 Years
In a historic announcement, the Fordham University football program has unveiled its 2025 season opener: a road game against Boston College scheduled for August 30. This long-anticipated matchup will mark the first meeting between the two teams since 1954, reigniting a rivalry that stretches back more than a century.
The Rams, members of the Patriot League, will travel to Alumni Stadium in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, for what promises to be a memorable kickoff to the 2025 college football season. The game will not only test Fordham against an FBS opponent from the ACC but will also rekindle memories of a bygone era in college football history.
Fordham and Boston College last met over 70 years ago, during a time when both programs were nationally prominent. Between 1912 and 1954, the Rams and the Eagles clashed in several competitive contests, creating a storied regional rivalry that captured the attention of football fans across the Northeast. Though the programs have taken very different paths in recent decades, the upcoming game represents an opportunity to celebrate their shared legacy and usher in a new chapter of competition.
Fordham’s Athletic Director Ed Kull expressed excitement about the announcement. “This is a fantastic opportunity for our program, our student-athletes, and our fans,” Kull said. “To open the season at a storied venue like Boston College and to renew a historical matchup is something special. We’re proud of how far our program has come, and we look forward to showcasing that on a national stage.”
The Rams, coming off a competitive 2024 campaign in the Patriot League, will face a Boston College team that plays at the highest level of college football in the Atlantic Coast Conference. While Fordham enters the contest as the underdog, the program has built a reputation for producing NFL-caliber talent and competing hard against FBS opponents in recent years.
Head Coach Joe Conlin also weighed in on the announcement. “We’re excited for the challenge. Opening the season against a team like Boston College is a great way to measure where we are and what we need to do to reach the next level,” Conlin said. “Our guys love these opportunities, and we’ll be ready.”
The game is expected to attract national attention, not just for its on-field implications but also for its historical significance. Alumni and fans from both schools have expressed enthusiasm on social media, with many noting the importance of reviving a rivalry that helped shape the early days of college football in the Northeast.
Tickets for the August 30 game are expected to go on sale later this year, and the game will likely be broadcast on a major sports network, with full details to be announced closer to the season.
As the countdown begins to the 2025 season opener, excitement is building for what promises to be a compelling clash between tradition and modern competition. One thing is certain: when the Rams step onto the field at Alumni Stadium this August, history will be watching.