Through 3 Quarters
The Ball State Cardinals are just one quarter away from delivering their fans the win they've been expecting all week. Sitting on a score of 21-14, they have looked like the better squad out there today, but there's still one more quarter to play.
Ball State has been riding high on the performance of WR Justin Hall, who has caught six passes for two TDs and 125 yards. WR Dennis Houston has led the way so far for the Western Illinois Leathernecks, as he has caught seven passes for one TD and 181 yards. One of the most thrilling moments was Houston's 75-yard TD reception in the third quarter.
Who's Playing
Western Illinois @ Ball State
Last Season Records: Ball State 7-1; Western Illinois 1-5
What to Know
The Ball State Cardinals will play against a Division II opponent, the Western Illinois Leathernecks, in an early-season tune-up Thursday at 7 p.m. ET at Scheumann Stadium. After a 7-1 record last year and a win in the Arizona Bowl, the Cardinals are coming in with an eye to spark another quality season.
Ball State is the favorite in this one, with an expected 31.5-point (!) margin of victory. It would take nothing short of a miracle for WIU to pull off a win, but maybe they can at least keep Ball State from covering the spread.
How To Watch
- When: Thursday at 7 p.m. ET
- Where: Scheumann Stadium -- Muncie, Indiana
- TV: ESPN Plus
- Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
- Follow: CBS Sports App
- Ticket Cost: $23.00
Odds
The Cardinals are a big 31.5-point favorite against the Leathernecks, according to the latest college football odds.
The line on this game has moved quite a bit since it opened, as it started out with the Cardinals as a 25.5-point favorite.
Over/Under: -111
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Series History
This is the first time these teams have played each other within the last six years.
