Ball State vs Western Michigan Football Odds

The Cardinals will play the Broncos on Saturday, September 30th, 2023. The matchup takes place at Waldo Stadium. Watch this exciting Week 5 matchup at 3:30 pm EDT. Check local listings for coverage on ESPN+.

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Key Matchup Stats

We're now well into the 2023 college football season. Week 5 action features a matchup between Ball State and Western Michigan taking place at Waldo Stadium. The following are some key season stats to help you size up this game.

SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - Ball State has a 97.33 conference power ranking for the 2023 season. The conference power ranking for Western Michigan is 96.67.
Away Ball State - Heading into Week 5, Ball State currently has a 0-2 record as an away team for the 2023 regular season. This ranks them 2nd in the MAC Conference for away team wins. Watch this stat carefully as the season progresses.
Home Western Michigan - Western Michigan has a 1-0 record as a home team. Looking ahead to this 2023 Week 5 matchup, they rank 3rd in the MAC 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 2023 season, Ball State ranks 4th (65) in the MAC Conference, with Western Michigan currently ranking 3rd (83) for points scored in the MAC Conference.
Points Against - Also in 2023, Ball State stands 3rd (136) in the MAC Conference for points scored by opponents in 2023. Western Michigan sits at 1st (155) in the MAC Conference for points against in the 2023 season so far.
Team Records - Ball State has a 1-3 overall record for the 2023 regular season, with Western Michigan currently 1-3 for the 2023 NCAAF regular season.

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Get ready for an electrifying showdown as Ball State faces Western Michigan at Waldo Stadium... The Week 5 clash promises to be a thrilling battle between these two college football powerhouses. According to the SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings, Ball State holds a slight edge with a rating of 97.33, while Western Michigan is close behind at 96.67... Both teams are hungry for a win as they currently stand with a 1-3 record.

Expect an explosive game as Ball State's potent offense takes on Western Michigan's tenacious defense... The Cardinals will rely on their high-scoring attack to overpower the Broncos' solid defensive line... On the other side of the ball, Western Michigan will look to contain Ball State's explosive playmakers and force turnovers... This game is sure to keep fans on the edge of their seats from start to finish.

If you're looking to bet this game, head to BetWay, BetRivers, or BetMGM to place your wagers... Don't forget to review this game's prop bets for even more exciting betting options. And while you're at it, compare the odds below to find the best value for your money... Get ready for a clash of titans as Ball State battles Western Michigan on September 30th!

Best Cardinals at Broncos Odds

**Best Point Spread Betting Odds**
Underdog Ball State	Favorite Western Michigan
+1.5 -110 BetMGM Bet	-1.5 -110 BetMGM Bet

Western Michigan has a -1.5 -110 point spread at BetMGM OH. They are the point spread favorite in this matchup. Ball State has a +1.5 -110 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**
Over	Under
50.5 o -110 BetMGM Bet	50.5 u -110 BetMGM Bet

BetMGM has the best over line of 50.5 points. Risk $110 to win $100. BetMGM has the best under line of 50.5 points. Risk $110 to win $100. Our tutorial explains more about total bets.

**Best Moneyline Betting Odds**
Underdog Ball State	Favorite Western Michigan
+105 BetMGM Bet	-125 BetMGM Bet

Western Michigan is the -125 moneyline favorite. Risk $125 to win $100 on Western Michigan at BetMGM. Ball State is the +105 underdog at BetMGM. Risk $100 to win $105 on Ball State. Learn more about how to bet on money lines.

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What is the point spread for the Ball State vs Western Michigan College Football game on Saturday, September 30th, 2023?

Western Michigan is a -1.5 -110 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while Ball State is a +1.5 -110 point spread underdog at BetMGM.

What is the over-under total line for the Ball State vs Western Michigan College Football game on Saturday, September 30th, 2023?

The best over line is 50.5 -110 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 50.5 -110 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the under.

What is the moneyline for the Ball State vs Western Michigan College Football game on Saturday, September 30th, 2023?

Western Michigan is a -125 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and Ball State is a +105 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.

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College Football Odds and Outcomes Explained
Game	BetMGM Bet
Ball State Western Michigan 9/30/23 3:30pm EDT	+1.5 -110 -1.5 -110

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Underdog Ball State - Ball State bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.

A +1.5 Ball State underdog bet wins if they lose by 1, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 2 or more.

Favorite Western Michigan - Western Michigan bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.

A -1.5 Western Michigan favorite bet wins if they win by 2 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 1, tie, or lose outright.

Ball State at Western Michigan Prop Bets

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College Football Prop Bets
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Ball State Western Michigan First Team To Score 9/30/23 3:30pm EDT	+100 -125 Bet
Ball State Western Michigan No Touchdown To Score 1st Touchdown 9/30/23 3:30pm EDT	+100 -150 +10000 Bet
Ball State Western Michigan Game to Overtime 9/30/23 3:30pm EDT	Yes +875 No -5000 Bet
Ball State Western Michigan Both Teams Score 10+ 9/30/23 3:30pm EDT	Yes -1200 No +650 Bet
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Ball State Western Michigan Both Teams Score 20+ 9/30/23 3:30pm EDT	Yes -120 No -105 Bet
Ball State Western Michigan Both Teams Score 30+ 9/30/23 3:30pm EDT	Yes +550 No -1000 Bet

Recent Meetings Since 2019

Recent Meetings Since 2019
Week	Game	Result	Margin
2024 Week 6	Western Michigan vs Ball State Saturday, October 5th, 2024	WMU 45, BALL 42 Scheumann Stadium	Western Michigan by 3
2023 Week 5	Ball State vs Western Michigan Saturday, September 30th, 2023	WMU 42, BALL 24 Waldo Stadium	Western Michigan by 18
2022 Week 2	Western Michigan vs Ball State Saturday, September 10th, 2022	WMU 37, BALL 30 Scheumann Stadium	Western Michigan by 7
2021 Week 6	Ball State vs Western Michigan Saturday, October 9th, 2021	BALL 45, WMU 20 Waldo Stadium	Ball State by 25
2020 Week 15	Western Michigan vs Ball State Saturday, December 12th, 2020	BALL 30, WMU 27 Scheumann Stadium	Ball State by 3
2019 Week 11	Ball State vs Western Michigan Tuesday, November 5th, 2019	WMU 35, BALL 31 Waldo Stadium	Western Michigan by 4

Team Standings

2023-2024 College Football Regular Season Standings - Ball State, Western Michigan
Team	Conf	Conf%	W	L	PF	PA	Home	Away	Strk
Ball State	3-5	0.375	4	8	219	293	3-3	1-5	L1
Western Michigan	3-5	0.375	4	8	284	381	3-2	1-6	L2

Ball State & Western Michigan Futures Odds

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Team Schedules & Results

2023-24 Ball State Games & Results
Week	Matchup	Date & Result
Week 1	Ball State vs Kentucky	UK 44, BALL 14 Saturday, September 2nd, 2023
Week 2	Ball State vs Georgia	UGA 45, BALL 3 Saturday, September 9th, 2023
Week 3	Indiana State vs Ball State	BALL 45, INST 7 Saturday, September 16th, 2023
Week 4	Georgia Southern vs Ball State	GASO 40, BALL 3 Saturday, September 23rd, 2023
Week 5	Ball State vs Western Michigan	WMU 42, BALL 24 Saturday, September 30th, 2023
Week 6	Ball State vs Eastern Michigan	EMU 24, BALL 10 Saturday, October 7th, 2023
Week 7	Toledo vs Ball State	TOL 13, BALL 6 Saturday, October 14th, 2023
Week 8	Central Michigan vs Ball State	BALL 24, CMU 17 Saturday, October 21st, 2023
Week 10	Ball State vs Bowling Green	BGSU 24, BALL 21 Wednesday, November 1st, 2023
Week 11	Ball State vs Northern Illinois	BALL 20, NIU 17 Tuesday, November 7th, 2023
Week 12	Kent State vs Ball State	BALL 34, KENT 3 Saturday, November 18th, 2023
Week 13	Miami (OH) vs Ball State	M-OH 17, BALL 15 Saturday, November 25th, 2023

2023-24 Western Michigan Games & Results
Week	Matchup	Date & Result
Week 1	St. Francis (PA) vs Western Michigan	WMU 35, SFPA 17 Thursday, August 31st, 2023
Week 2	Western Michigan vs Syracuse	SYR 48, WMU 7 Saturday, September 9th, 2023
Week 3	Western Michigan vs Iowa	IOWA 41, WMU 10 Saturday, September 16th, 2023
Week 4	Western Michigan vs Toledo	TOL 49, WMU 31 Saturday, September 23rd, 2023
Week 5	Ball State vs Western Michigan	WMU 42, BALL 24 Saturday, September 30th, 2023
Week 6	Western Michigan vs Mississippi State	MSST 41, WMU 28 Saturday, October 7th, 2023
Week 7	Miami (OH) vs Western Michigan	M-OH 34, WMU 21 Saturday, October 14th, 2023
Week 8	Western Michigan vs Ohio	OHIO 20, WMU 17 Saturday, October 21st, 2023
Week 9	Western Michigan vs Eastern Michigan	WMU 45, EMU 21 Saturday, October 28th, 2023
Week 11	Central Michigan vs Western Michigan	WMU 38, CMU 28 Tuesday, November 7th, 2023
Week 12	Western Michigan vs Northern Illinois	NIU 24, WMU 0 Tuesday, November 14th, 2023
Week 13	Bowling Green vs Western Michigan	BGSU 34, WMU 10 Tuesday, November 21st, 2023

How to Bet on the Game

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How to Bet on the Ball State vs Western Michigan College Football Game

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