November 14, 2026 · 3:30 PM ET · NBC / Peacock
Kickoff: November 14, 2026 at 3:30 PM ET from Notre Dame Stadium. Schedule and broadcast information can change.
Boston College visits for the 28th meeting in a rivalry shaped by shared Catholic identity, regional ties, and memorable surprises.
The familiarity around this matchup creates its own danger. History has taught Notre Dame never to treat Boston College like an ordinary November visitor.
“We cannot be a good, close-knit football team without showing respect and concern for one another.”
Lou Holtz ↗
Three pieces of history to carry into kickoff. Series figures come from Notre Dame’s official 2026 schedule announcement.
A quick path through the history that gives this 2026 meeting its identity.
These are the questions worth carrying into the game—not predictions, but guideposts for watching it unfold.
Go deeper with the official programs, the wider rivalry story, and tools for planning your own Notre Dame weekend.
Use the First Visit guide to build a weekend around campus traditions, travel, tailgating, and the moments you do not want to miss.