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Boston College Lands Liberty RB Evan Dickens, Rushing Star

1/7/2026

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Boston College signed Liberty transfer running back Evan Dickens on January 7, 2026.
Dickens, the first running back from the transfer portal this offseason, rushed for 1,339 yards and 16 touchdowns, ranking third nationally in rushing yards per game.
He had six 100-yard games, including five consecutive to end the regular season.
Dickens previously played at Georgia Tech before transferring to Liberty.

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Story summary

Boston College signed Liberty transfer running back Evan Dickens on January 7, 2026.
Dickens, the first running back from the transfer portal this offseason, rushed for 1,339 yards and 16 touchdowns, ranking third nationally in rushing yards per game.
He had six 100-yard games, including five consecutive to end the regular season.
Dickens previously played at Georgia Tech before transferring to Liberty.