Ball State Cardinals vs Western Michigan Broncos Betting Pick & Prediction for 10/11

College Football Preview

In Week 7 of the 2025 regular season, the Ball State Cardinals travel to face the Western Michigan Broncos. The game takes place at Waldo Stadium in Kalamazoo, MI, on Saturday, October 11, at 3:30 PM. Fans can watch the game on ESPN+.

Ball State enters the game with a 2-3 record, struggling on the road with a 0-3 record. Western Michigan holds a 3-3 record, performing better at home with a 2-1 record. Both teams are part of the Mid-American Conference, adding an extra layer of competition to this game.

Ball State Team Preview

The Ball State Cardinals have shown mixed results this season. They had a recent win against the Ohio Bobcats with a score of 20-14. However, they also faced losses against teams like Connecticut Huskies and Auburn Tigers.

Kiael Kelly has been leading the team as the quarterback. He has 657 passing yards and four passing touchdowns this season. The team also benefits from Qua Ashley, who has 316 rushing yards and three touchdowns.

The Cardinals face challenges with injuries. Key players like Khristian Zachary and DeJuan Echoles Jr. are listed as questionable. This could impact the team’s performance in upcoming games.

Ball State vs Western Michigan Game Day Info

  • Sport: NCAA Football
  • Teams: Ball State Cardinals vs. Western Michigan Broncos
  • Venue: Waldo Stadium in Kalamazoo, MI
  • Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Ball State +258, Western Michigan -322

Western Michigan Team Preview

The Western Michigan Broncos have had a mixed season. They won their last game against the Massachusetts Minutemen, 21-3. In that game, they had 23 first downs and gained 219 rushing yards.

Earlier in the season, the Broncos played at home against the Rhode Island Rams and won 47-14. They showed strong offense with 25 first downs and 216 rushing yards. Their passing game was not as strong, with 156 passing yards.

Injuries could impact the Broncos in upcoming games. Key players like Zach Vaughan and Cole Cabana are questionable. August Johanningsmeier is out for the rest of the season.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread pick, Western Michigan is favored by 8.5 points. The Broncos have a strong defensive line with 23 sacks, ranking first this season. Given Ball State’s offensive struggles, with only 82 points scored, Western Michigan covering the spread of -8.5 (-108) is a reasonable choice.

Looking at the total, the over/under is set at 43.5 points. Ball State’s defense has allowed 147 points, while Western Michigan has scored 118 points. With both teams showing potential for points, taking the over 43.5 (-107) seems like a good option.