There was a lot going on at Boston College. Some of it even had to do with next year's BC team.

With quarterback Matt Ryan and offensive tackle Gosder Cherilus both potential first-round picks, BC held a huge Pro Day for what turned out to be 42 NFL types, as players from BC and other local schools were tested with the draft coming up.

Off to the side, watching, was a large contingent of the players who still have time to play at The Heights. And the coaches were there too, with offensive coordinator Steve Logan leading Ryan through his throwing and Jagodzinski greeting several former NFL colleagues.

But the focus will soon shift, from where the now-former BC players wind up to what next year's team will do, with Jagodzinski coming off an 11-3 season and a narrow miss of the Orange Bowl.

Obviously, the man they call Jags has to find a replacement for Ryan, with backup Chris Crane the obvious but not certain choice. The coach also needs a running back and that was likely to be a freshman.

BC had a load of seniors last year, but also played guys who have time left, so the experience is there even if the program was smacked hard by graduation of key personnel.

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