BOSTON — Boston College is making a change at quarterback, with coach Bill O’Brien saying that Grayson James will start against No. 14 SMU in place of Thomas Castellanos.

Starting quarterback Thomas Castellanos, who has been banged-up for much of this season, was replaced by backup Grayson James. James completed 5-of-6 passing attempts for 51 yards and a touchdown pass in relief of Castellanos, which helped the Eagles capture their fifth win of the season.

Boston College head coach Bill O’Brien announced a change at starting quarterback: Grayson James will be the new starter over Thomas Castellanos. “Tommy has done a great job for us,” O’Brien said. “He’s an awesome competitor.

Boston College will start Grayson James over Thomas Castellanos at quarterback against SMU this weekend, coach Bill O'Brien announced Tuesday.

Castellanos exited in the third quarter and Grayson James entered in place of him. He went 5-of-6 for 51 yards, and a touchdown. James shared his thoughts about preparing and entering the game.

Curtis: Wow what a win! Boston College came out of a rollercoaster ride on Saturday afternoon with two different QBs and emerged with the victory over Syracuse. For me, the #1 thing that’s now staring us in the face: is it time to bench Thomas Castellanos?