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Western Michigan Favored Against Ball State in Key MAC Clash

10/12/2025

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Broncos Favored Against Cardinals

Western Michigan Broncos are favored by 9.5 points in the upcoming game at Waldo Stadium in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
The Ball State Cardinals (2-3, 1-0 Mid-American Conference [MAC]) travel to Kalamazoo to face Western Michigan (3-3, 2-0 MAC) on October 11, 2025, with kickoff at 3:30 PM ET on ESPN+ as Ball State seeks to rebound from road struggles.
Western Michigan has allowed only 30 points in their last three games.

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Spartans Fall Homecoming

On October 11, 2025, the Michigan State Spartans lost 38-13 to the UCLA Bruins at Spartan Stadium, leading to disappointing homecoming.
The Spartans were hampered by injuries, with Jalen Thompson, Nikai Martinez, and Ade Willie sidelined.
Quarterback Aidan Chiles exited after a tough tackle, and Alessio Milivojevic finished the game.
UCLA quarterback Nico Iamaleava threw two touchdowns and rushed for three.
The Spartans averaged 3.4 yards per play.

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Broncos Favored Against Cardinals

Western Michigan Broncos are favored by 9.5 points in the upcoming game at Waldo Stadium in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
The Ball State Cardinals (2-3, 1-0 Mid-American Conference [MAC]) travel to Kalamazoo to face Western Michigan (3-3, 2-0 MAC) on October 11, 2025, with kickoff at 3:30 PM ET on ESPN+ as Ball State seeks to rebound from road struggles.
Western Michigan has allowed only 30 points in their last three games.

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