This is the first post in a 12-post series that gives a preseason analysis of what to expect from all 12 of the Cincinnati Bearcats' upcoming opponents this college football season. Cincinnati takes on the Boston College Eagles in week one on Saturday, September 5th at 3:30 p.m. at Nippert Stadium. The Cincinnati Bearcats open the 2026 college football season at home against Bill O'Brien and Boston College. Last season, the Eagles went 2-10, winning their only games in week one against Fordham and their final game against Syracuse. Boston College is having a complete roster turnover; they have 29 outgoing transfers, including 26 incoming transfers, along with 23 players from the incoming high school class.