Boston College at UMass In Pictures: Victory #1

Boston College at UMass In Pictures: Manny Asprilla and Josh Bordner

Aug 30, 2014; Foxborough, MA, USA; Boston College Eagles defensive back Manuel Asprilla (21) defends a pass during the first half at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports

Senior defensive back Manny Asprilla broke up this pass early in the game, looking for a split second like he might have had a chance at a pick.

This season, Boston College will rely on the skills of players like Asprilla if their pass defense is going to improve.

Aug 30, 2014; Foxborough, MA, USA; Boston College Eagles wide receiver Josh Bordner (8) makes a catch for a touchdown during the second half against the Massachusetts Minutemen at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports

Meanwhile, Josh Bordner appears to have successfully made the transition from Boston College backup quarterback to Boston College starting wide receiver. He led all Eagles receivers with 81 yards, including a 43-yard reception, and recorded the only touchdown caught for Boston College on Saturday.

The Eagles’ receiving corps has been depleted, but they will take all the help they can get, and if Bordner continues to contribute, he will keep getting the ball thrown to him.

Aug 30, 2014; Foxborough, MA, USA; Boston College Eagles wide receiver Josh Bordner (8) celebrates his touchdown with running back Jon Hilliman (32) and wide receiver Charlie Callinan (83) during the second half against the Massachusetts Minutemen at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports

The above is Josh Bordner celebrating his aforementioned touchdown, but there were smiles all around for the Eagles as they posted a 23-point victory on Saturday.