Michigan State Edges Boston College 42-40 in Double Overtime Thriller
BOSTON, MA – September 6, 2025 – Michigan State secured a hard-fought 42-40 double-overtime victory over Boston College Friday night, fueled by a game-winning two-point conversion catch by Omari Kelly. The Spartans overcame multiple lead changes and a late Eagles rally to improve to [insert record here].
The game began with a back-and-forth first half, culminating in a 21-21 tie at halftime. Michigan State opened the third quarter with a 41-yard touchdown pass from Aidan Chiles to Tre Marsh, tying the game. Boston College responded with a field goal to regain the lead at 24-21.
The Spartans answered with a 50-yard field goal from freshman kicker Martin Connington – his first career attempt – to tie the score at 24 apiece heading into the fourth quarter. A potential Elijah Tau-Tolliver touchdown was called back due to a holding penalty, forcing Michigan state to settle for another Connington field goal, giving them a 27-24 lead with five minutes remaining.
Boston College quickly tied it back up with a field goal of their own, setting the stage for a dramatic finish. With 1:16 left in regulation, Chiles had a chance to win the game, but the score remained tied at 27, sending the contest to overtime.
In the first overtime,Jay Coyne hauled in a touchdown pass,giving Michigan State a 34-27 lead. However, the Eagles responded with a touchdown of their own, tying the game at 34 and forcing a second overtime.
Boston College scored a touchdown in the second overtime but failed on their two-point conversion attempt, leaving the door open for the Spartans. Chiles capped off the night with a rushing touchdown, followed by a accomplished two-point conversion catch by Kelly, sealing the 42-40 victory for Michigan State.
