There was an undeniable air of confidence surrounding Boston College as fans filed into Alumni Stadium on Saturday afternoon. The Eagles were about to kick off against Richmond, and the people arriving couldn't help but let themselves dream about a potentially-dominant FBS win over an FCS opponent.
Six plays into the game, Zay Flowers started turning those fantasies into reality. The rookie speedster turned a jet sweep into a 46-yard turbo touchdown, burning by the Spider defense to give BC a 7-0 lead. It was part of a three-touchdown first quarter that pushed the Eagles well away from the visitors' upset bid in a 45-13 victory.