Boston College Suffers Devastating Blow: Star Cornerback Amari Jackson Out for the Season
In a crushing defeat, Boston College’s top cornerback Amari Jackson will miss the remainder of the season due to a torn ACL, sources revealed to ESPN. The junior from McDonough, Georgia, suffered the injury during the team’s loss at Virginia on October 5.
A Significant Loss for the Eagles’ Defense
Jackson’s absence will be deeply felt, as he led the team with five pass breakups this year and was hailed as the team’s best cover corner. With 24 starts under his belt over three seasons, Jackson has been a stalwart of the Boston College defense, racking up two career interceptions, including a memorable touchdown return against Georgia Tech last year.
Rookie Ashton McShane Steps Up to Fill the Void
True freshman Ashton McShane, who replaced Jackson in the Virginia game, is expected to take on a significant role in absorbing his snaps. This sudden shift will undoubtedly put McShane’s skills to the test as Boston College prepares to face Virginia Tech on Thursday night on ESPN.
Eagles’ Defense Still Boasts Impressive Stats
Despite this setback, Boston College’s defense remains one of the country’s strongest, boasting the 20th-best scoring defense with an average of 17.2 points allowed per game. As the team looks to regroup and move forward, they’ll rely on their collective strength to overcome the loss of their star cornerback.
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