Morrison's 3 Interceptions Power No. 18 Notre Dame to Shutout of Boston College

Cornerback Benjamin Morrison led a dominant defensive effort as the Fighting Irish cruised to a 44-0 victory.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 8:04pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a Notre Dame football game, with the players and field reduced to angular, overlapping shapes in shades of blue, gold, and green, capturing the intensity and energy of the game through an abstract, deconstructed visual style.Notre Dame's defense stifles Boston College in a dominant shutout victory, with cornerback Benjamin Morrison's three interceptions a key factor in the lopsided win.South Bend Today

Cornerback Benjamin Morrison recorded three interceptions, the Notre Dame defense forced two fumbles, and the No. 18 Fighting Irish scored on their first eight possessions to defeat Boston College 44-0 on Saturday. Notre Dame's offense racked up 437 total yards compared to just 173 for the Eagles, who were held to just 56 rushing yards.

Why it matters

The lopsided victory over a struggling Boston College team could help boost Notre Dame's ranking, as the Fighting Irish look to finish the regular season strong and secure a spot in a major bowl game. The dominant defensive performance also showcases the team's potential heading into their rivalry matchup against USC next week.

The details

Notre Dame wasted no time taking control of the game, scoring on their first five possessions to build a 37-0 halftime lead. Cornerback Benjamin Morrison was the star of the day, recording three interceptions, including two in the first half that short-circuited Boston College drives. The Fighting Irish defense held the Eagles to just 173 total yards, including a mere 56 rushing yards, while the offense racked up 437 yards.

  • The temperature at game time was 27 degrees, making it the coldest game at Notre Dame in nine years.
  • Heavy snow fell through much of the third quarter.

The players

Benjamin Morrison

A cornerback for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish who had three interceptions in the game.

Logan Diggs

A running back for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish who had 122 yards on 15 carries and a touchdown.

Drew Pyne

The quarterback for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish who was 13-of-25 passing for 156 yards and a touchdown.

Emmett Morehead

The starting quarterback for the Boston College Eagles, making his third career start in place of the injured Phil Jurkovec.

Zay Flowers

A wide receiver for the Boston College Eagles who had a 39-yard reception.

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What’s next

Notre Dame will be seeking to play the role of spoiler when they travel to rival USC, ranked No. 7, in their final regular season game.

The takeaway

This dominant victory over a struggling Boston College team could help boost Notre Dame's ranking and playoff hopes, while also showcasing the potential of their defense heading into a crucial matchup against USC. The Fighting Irish's ability to score on their first eight possessions and hold the Eagles to just 173 total yards demonstrates their ability to overwhelm opponents when playing at their best.