BC needs to win this week. A good coach wins this week. I don’t need to rehash our history. No one needs a reminder of facing a struggling Syracuse team late in the season. Addazio’s first two years have been better than I expected. But the job is not done. Here is why this game is a must win.
1. It ensures a winning season. Win or lose, BC goes bowling. But bowl games count in the W-L record. A 6-7 season would be losing and a setback. History won’t remember the close losses. The narrative will be the losing season. If BC wins this weekend, the worse BC can finish is 7-6. That’s not necessarily exciting but it supports the building narrative.
2. It shows that Addazio hasn’t lost the team. In college sports, there is a sense of momentum. The guys are young and need direction. This team is on a losing streak. Addazio needs to restore confidence and restore belief. If the guys come out sluggish, it will be on the staff.
3. We are a heavy favorite at home. Our home record this year is
