Western Michigan vs Ball State Football Odds

The Broncos will play the Cardinals on Saturday, October 5th, 2024. The matchup takes place at Scheumann Stadium. Watch this exciting Week 6 matchup at 2:00 pm EDT. Check local listings for coverage on ESPN+.

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Key Matchup Stats

We're now well into the 2024 college football season. Week 6 action features a matchup between Western Michigan and Ball State taking place at Scheumann Stadium. The following are some key season stats to help you size up this game.

  • SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - Western Michigan has a 95.00 conference power ranking for the 2024 season. The conference power ranking for Ball State is 94.00.
  • Away Western Michigan - Heading into Week 6, Western Michigan currently has a 0-3 record as an away team for the 2024 regular season. This ranks them 3rd in the MAC Conference for away team wins. Watch this stat carefully as the season progresses.
  • Home Ball State - Ball State has a 1-0 record as a home team. Looking ahead to this 2024 Week 6 matchup, they rank 3rd in the MAC Conference for home team wins. Like the Western Michigan away record and ranking, you should continually keep tabs on this stat.
  • Points Scored - For the 2024 season, Western Michigan ranks 7th (93) in the MAC Conference, with Ball State currently ranking 9th (83) for points scored in the MAC Conference.
  • Points Against - Also in 2024, Western Michigan stands 5th (142) in the MAC Conference for points scored by opponents in 2024. Ball State sits at 3rd (196) in the MAC Conference for points against in the 2024 season so far.
  • Team Records - Western Michigan has a 1-3 overall record for the 2024 regular season, with Ball State currently 1-3 for the 2024 NCAAF regular season.

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Get ready for an epic showdown as Western Michigan faces off against Ball State on Saturday!

The Week 6 game will be hosted at Scheumann Stadium, providing an intense home field advantage.

Western Michigan holds a slight edge in the SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings over Ball State.

With both teams sitting at a 1-3 record, this matchup is crucial for their season.

Bet this game at BetRivers, or BetMGM and review this game's prop bets to make your picks.

Compare the odds below and get ready for an electrifying battle on the gridiron!

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Best Point Spread Betting Odds
Underdog

Ball State
Favorite

Western Michigan
Western Michigan has a -10.5 -105 point spread at BetMGM OH. They are the point spread favorite in this matchup. Ball State has a +10.5 -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
BetMGM has the best over line of 57.5 points. Risk $110 to win $100. BetMGM has the best under line of 57.5 points. Risk $110 to win $100. Our tutorial explains more about total bets.

Best Moneyline Betting Odds
Underdog

Ball State
Favorite

Western Michigan
Western Michigan is the -350 moneyline favorite. Risk $350 to win $100 on Western Michigan at BetMGM. Ball State is the +280 underdog at BetMGM. Risk $100 to win $280 on Ball State. Learn more about how to bet on money lines.

Matchup Odds FAQs

What is the point spread for the Western Michigan vs Ball State College Football game on Saturday, October 5th, 2024?

Western Michigan is a -10.5 -105 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while Ball State is a +10.5 -115 point spread underdog at BetMGM.

What is the over-under total line for the Western Michigan vs Ball State College Football game on Saturday, October 5th, 2024?

The best over line is 57.5 -110 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 57.5 -110 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the under.

What is the moneyline for the Western Michigan vs Ball State College Football game on Saturday, October 5th, 2024?

Western Michigan is a -350 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and Ball State is a +280 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.

College Football Odds Example

College Football Odds and Outcomes Explained

Game
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Western Michigan
Ball State
10/05/24 2:00pm EDT
-10.5 -105+10.5 -115
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Underdog Ball State - Ball State bettors risk $100 to win $86.96 at -115 odds.

A +10.5 Ball State underdog bet wins if they lose by 10 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 11 or more.

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

A -10.5 Western Michigan favorite bet wins if they win by 11 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 10 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.

Western Michigan at Ball State Prop Bets

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College Football Prop Bets
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Western Michigan
Ball State
First Team To Score
10/05/24 2:00pm EDT
-165+130Bet
Western Michigan
Ball State
No Touchdown
To Score 1st Touchdown
10/05/24 2:00pm EDT
-210+140+10000Bet
Western Michigan
Ball State
Game to Overtime
10/05/24 2:00pm EDT
Yes +1200No -10000Bet
Western Michigan
Ball State
Both Teams Score 10+
10/05/24 2:00pm EDT
Yes -1400No +675Bet
BetMGM Sports Betting BetMGM
Western Michigan
Ball State
Both Teams Score 20+
10/05/24 2:00pm EDT
Yes -165No +130Bet
Western Michigan
Ball State
Both Teams Score 30+
10/05/24 2:00pm EDT
Yes +333No -500Bet

Recent Meetings Since 2020

Recent Meetings Since 2020
WeekGameResultMargin
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

Team Standings

2024-2025 College Football Regular Season Standings - Western Michigan, Ball State
Team Conf Conf% W L PF PA Home Away Strk
Western Michigan4-01.000532722703-02-3W4
Ball State2-20.500352013232-11-4W1

Western Michigan & Ball State Futures Odds

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Western Michigan & Ball State Team Pages

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Team Schedules & Results


2024-25 Western Michigan Games & Results
WeekMatchupDate & Result
Week 1Western Michigan vs
Wisconsin
WIS 28, WMU 14
Friday, August 30th, 2024
Week 2Western Michigan vs
Ohio State
OSU 56, WMU 0
Saturday, September 7th, 2024
Week 3Bethune-Cookman vs
Western Michigan
WMU 59, BCU 31
Saturday, September 14th, 2024
Week 5Western Michigan vs
Marshall
MRSH 27, WMU 20
Saturday, September 28th, 2024
Week 6Western Michigan vs
Ball State
WMU 45, BALL 42
Saturday, October 5th, 2024
Week 7Akron vs
Western Michigan
WMU 34, AKR 24
Saturday, October 12th, 2024
Week 8Western Michigan vs
Buffalo
WMU 48, BUFF 41
Saturday, October 19th, 2024
Week 9Kent State vs
Western Michigan
WMU 52, KENT 21
Saturday, October 26th, 2024
Week 11Northern Illinois vs
Western Michigan
Wednesday, November 6th, 2024
7:00 pm EST
Week 12Western Michigan vs
Bowling Green
Tuesday, November 12th, 2024
12:00 am EST
Week 13Western Michigan vs
Central Michigan
Tuesday, November 19th, 2024
12:00 am EST
Week 14Eastern Michigan vs
Western Michigan
Saturday, November 30th, 2024
12:00 am EST


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
Tuesday, November 5th, 2024
8:00 pm EST
Week 12Ball State vs
Buffalo
Tuesday, November 12th, 2024
12:00 am EST
Week 13Bowling Green vs
Ball State
Saturday, November 23rd, 2024
12:00 am EST
Week 14Ball State vs
Ohio
Friday, November 29th, 2024
12:00 am EST

How to Bet on the Game

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How to Bet on the Western Michigan vs Ball State 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 5th, 2024 at 2:00 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 Western Michigan vs Ball State Game.

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