Ball State vs Vanderbilt Football Odds

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The Cardinals will play the Commodores on Saturday, October 19th, 2024. The matchup takes place at FirstBank Stadium. Watch this exciting Week 8 matchup at 7:00 pm EDT. Check local listings for coverage on ESPN+, SECN+.

Learn more about College Football betting with our handy tutorial and guide. We explain spread, total and money line bets.


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Key Matchup Stats

We're now well into the 2024 college football season. Week 8 action features a matchup between Ball State and Vanderbilt taking place at FirstBank Stadium. The following are some key season stats to help you size up this game.

  • SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - Ball State has a 96.00 conference power ranking for the 2024 season. The conference power ranking for Vanderbilt is 95.33.
  • Away Ball State - Heading into Week 8, Ball State currently has a 1-3 record as an away team for the 2024 regular season. This ranks them 2nd in the MAC Conference for away team wins. Watch this stat carefully as the season progresses.
  • Home Vanderbilt - Vanderbilt has a 3-0 record as a home team. Looking ahead to this 2024 Week 8 matchup, they rank 2nd in the SEC Conference for home team wins. Like the Ball State away record and ranking, you should continually keep tabs on this stat.
  • Points Scored - For the 2024 season, Ball State ranks 5th (162) in the MAC Conference, with Vanderbilt currently ranking 5th (208) for points scored in the SEC Conference.
  • Points Against - Also in 2024, Ball State stands 2nd (276) in the MAC Conference for points scored by opponents in 2024. Vanderbilt sits at 3rd (141) in the SEC Conference for points against in the 2024 season so far.
  • Team Records - Ball State has a 2-4 overall record for the 2024 regular season, with Vanderbilt currently 4-2 for the 2024 NCAAF regular season.

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Top o' the mornin' to ya, laddies and lassies! It's a grand day for a football showdown between Ball State and Vanderbilt on Saturday, October 19th!

This Week 8 clash will take place at the lively FirstBank Stadium, where the fans will be roaring!

According to SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings, Ball State holds a slight edge over Vanderbilt.

Ball State comes into the game with a 2-4 record, while Vanderbilt boasts a 4-2 standing.

So, will the luck of the Irish be with Ball State or will Vanderbilt come out on top? Bet this game at BetRivers, or BetMGM, review this game's prop bets, and compare the odds below to make your predictions!

Best Cardinals at Commodores Odds


Best Point Spread Betting Odds
Underdog

Ball State		Favorite

Vanderbilt
+27.5 -115 BetMGM
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-27.5 -105 BetMGM
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Vanderbilt has a -27.5 -105 point spread at BetMGM OH. They are the point spread favorite in this matchup. Ball State has a +27.5 -115 point spread at BetMGM OH. Ball State is the point spread underdog. Review how to bet on a point spread with our text and video tutorials.

Best Total Betting Odds
OverUnder
57.5 o -105 BetMGM
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57.5 u -115 BetMGM
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BetMGM has the best over line of 57.5 points. Risk $105 to win $100. BetMGM has the best under line of 57.5 points. Risk $115 to win $100. Our tutorial explains more about total bets.

Best Moneyline Betting Odds
Underdog

Ball State		Favorite

Vanderbilt
+1550 BetMGM
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-5000 BetMGM
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Vanderbilt is the -5000 moneyline favorite. Risk $5,000 to win $100 on Vanderbilt at BetMGM. Ball State is the +1550 underdog at BetMGM. Risk $100 to win $1,550 on Ball State. Learn more about how to bet on money lines.

Matchup Odds FAQs

What is the point spread for the Ball State vs Vanderbilt College Football game on Saturday, October 19th, 2024?

Vanderbilt is a -27.5 -105 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while Ball State is a +27.5 -115 point spread underdog at BetMGM.

What is the over-under total line for the Ball State vs Vanderbilt College Football game on Saturday, October 19th, 2024?

The best over line is 57.5 -105 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $105 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 57.5 -115 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $115 to win $100 betting the under.

What is the moneyline for the Ball State vs Vanderbilt College Football game on Saturday, October 19th, 2024?

Vanderbilt is a -5000 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and Ball State is a +1550 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.

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College Football Odds and Outcomes Explained

Game		 BetMGM Sports Betting BetMGM
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Ball State
Vanderbilt
10/19/24 7:00pm EDT
+27.5 -115-27.5 -105
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Underdog Ball State - Ball State bettors risk $100 to win $86.96 at -115 odds.

A +27.5 Ball State underdog bet wins if they lose by 27 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 28 or more.

Favorite Vanderbilt - Vanderbilt bettors risk $100 to win $95.24 at -105 odds.

A -27.5 Vanderbilt favorite bet wins if they win by 28 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 27 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.

Ball State at Vanderbilt Prop Bets

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College Football Prop Bets
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BetMGM Sports Betting BetMGM
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Ball State
Vanderbilt
Both Teams Score 10+
10/19/24 7:00pm EDT
Yes -350No +240Bet
Ball State
Vanderbilt
Both Teams Score 20+
10/19/24 7:00pm EDT
Yes +190No -250Bet
Ball State
Vanderbilt
Both Teams Score 30+
10/19/24 7:00pm EDT
Yes +950No -2500Bet

Recent Meetings Since 2020

Recent Meetings Since 2020
WeekGameResultMargin
2024
Week 8		Ball State vs Vanderbilt
Saturday, October 19th, 2024		VAN 24, BALL 14
FirstBank Stadium		Vanderbilt by 10

Team Standings

2024-2025 College Football Regular Season Standings - Ball State, Vanderbilt
Team Conf Conf% W L PF PA Home Away Strk
MAC
Ball State2-40.333372704012-21-5L2
SEC
Vanderbilt3-30.500642802174-22-2L1

Ball State & Vanderbilt Futures Odds

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Ball State Championship Odds

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Vanderbilt Championship Odds

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Ball State & Vanderbilt Team Pages

Review each team's season schedule and results, season win total odds, futures odds, betting bonuses and other valuable information on our exclusive team betting odds pages. Team betting odds and stats update throughout the season:

Team Schedules & Results


2024-25 Ball State Games & Results
WeekMatchupDate & Result
Week 2Missouri State vs
Ball State		BALL 42, MOST 34
Saturday, September 7th, 2024
Week 3Ball State vs
Miami (FL)		MIA 62, BALL 0
Saturday, September 14th, 2024
Week 4Ball State vs
Central Michigan		CMU 37, BALL 34
Saturday, September 21st, 2024
Week 5Ball State vs
James Madison		JMU 63, BALL 7
Saturday, September 28th, 2024
Week 6Western Michigan vs
Ball State		WMU 45, BALL 42
Saturday, October 5th, 2024
Week 7Ball State vs
Kent State		BALL 37, KENT 35
Saturday, October 12th, 2024
Week 8Ball State vs
Vanderbilt		VAN 24, BALL 14
Saturday, October 19th, 2024
Week 9Northern Illinois vs
Ball State		BALL 25, NIU 23
Saturday, October 26th, 2024
Week 11Miami (OH) vs
Ball State		M-OH 27, BALL 21
Tuesday, November 5th, 2024
Week 12Ball State vs
Buffalo		BUFF 51, BALL 48 (OT)
Tuesday, November 12th, 2024
Week 13Bowling Green vs
Ball State		Saturday, November 23rd, 2024
2:00 pm EST
Week 14Ball State vs
Ohio		Friday, November 29th, 2024
12:00 am EST


2024-25 Vanderbilt Games & Results
WeekMatchupDate & Result
Week 1Virginia Tech vs
Vanderbilt		VAN 34, VT 27 (OT)
Saturday, August 31st, 2024
Week 2Alcorn State vs
Vanderbilt		VAN 55, ALCN 0
Saturday, September 7th, 2024
Week 3Vanderbilt vs
Georgia State		GAST 36, VAN 32
Saturday, September 14th, 2024
Week 4Vanderbilt vs
Missouri		MIZ 30, VAN 27 (2OT)
Saturday, September 21st, 2024
Week 6Alabama vs
Vanderbilt		VAN 40, ALA 35
Saturday, October 5th, 2024
Week 7Vanderbilt vs
Kentucky		VAN 20, UK 13
Saturday, October 12th, 2024
Week 8Ball State vs
Vanderbilt		VAN 24, BALL 14
Saturday, October 19th, 2024
Week 9Texas vs
Vanderbilt		TEX 27, VAN 24
Saturday, October 26th, 2024
Week 10Vanderbilt vs
Auburn		VAN 17, AUB 7
Saturday, November 2nd, 2024
Week 11South Carolina vs
Vanderbilt		SC 28, VAN 7
Saturday, November 9th, 2024
Week 13Vanderbilt vs
LSU		Saturday, November 23rd, 2024
7:45 pm EST
Week 14Tennessee vs
Vanderbilt		Saturday, November 30th, 2024
12:00 pm EST

How to Bet on the Game

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How to Bet on the Ball State vs Vanderbilt College Football Game

  1. Open a new sports betting account before game time.

    Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Saturday, October 19th, 2024 at 7:00 pm EDT, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.

  2. Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.

    Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.

  3. Tap to the sportsbook's College Football page, look for the Ball State vs Vanderbilt Game.

    Navigate to the sportsbook's College Football page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Ball State vs Vanderbilt Game.

  4. Choose your bet and place a wager.

    Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.

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