Here's what you need to know about the playing status of Boston College quarterback Thomas Castellanos before his team's game vs Western Kentucky

The Boston College Eagles (3-1, 1-0 ACC) football team is looking to end its non-conference slate on a positive note as it hosts the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers (3-1, 1-0 CUSA) on Saturday afternoon.

Boston College quarterback Thomas Castellanos will miss the Eagles' game against Western Kentucky and will be replaced by Florida International transfer Grayson James.

Boston College quarterback Thomas Castellanos will miss the Eagles’ game against Western Kentucky. The school confirmed on Friday that he will be replaced by Florida International transfer Grayson James.

The Boston College football team will be without starting quarterback Thomas Castellanos against Western Kentucky due to an injury.

Boston College is 3-1 and looking solid in a crowded ACC during Bill O’Brien’s first season on the job, and a lot of that has to do with the quarterback play of Thomas Castellanos. Unfortunately, the Eagles were dealt a major blow in the days following their win over Michigan State last weekend.

Sep 14, 2024; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Boston College Eagles quarterback Thomas Castellanos (1) runs the ball against the Missouri Tigers during the first half at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images / Denny Medley-Imagn Images

Here are five things to know ahead of BC's clash with Western Kentucky, including the status of Eagles starting QB Thomas Castellanos.