Reaction to the new Ryan Field has been extremely positivefor Northwestern and its fans, and there's no reason to think it won't continue to serve as one of the better homefield advantages in college football. There could be times when the atmosphere essentially wins the game for the Wildcats, and this matchup today could be one of those instances.
Northwestern takes a short break from its Big Ten schedule to welcome Ball State, who has not had an easy time of it thus far. The Cardinals are winless in MAC play so far, and have only beaten Stony Brook so far this season.
If you are looking for some betting advice for the matchup, we've got you covered. Here are the latest odds for the game, courtesy of BetMGM.
Ball State vs. Northwestern game odds:
All college football odds via BetMGM
- Spread: Ball State +37 (-110), Northwestern -37 (-110)
- Money Line: Not available
- Over-Under: Over 52.5 (-110), Under 52.5 (-110)
Ball State vs. Northwestern prediction, pick:
Unfortunately, Ball State hasn't come particularly close to pulling out a game, either. Their closest loss was a 13-point defeat at Kent State a couple of weeks ago, and it's fair to think that Northwestern could put up a basketball-type score against the Cardinals this afternoon.
Northwestern quarterback Aidan Chiles has not been afraid of the moment this season against top competition, as the passer has not thrown an interception yet this year. His 70% completion percentage should only rise today against a Ball State squad still looking to find itself.
Look for Wildcats linebacker Braydon Brus to also have an impact on this game, as he leads the team in sacks with three on the year.
Prediction: Northwestern 66, Ball State 7
Best Bet: Over 52.5
Ball State vs. Northwestern channel, start time, streaming:
Time: 12:30 p.m. ET
TV: Big Ten Network
Stream: Fox One app, FuboTV
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