Miami (Ohio) vs. Ball State: MACtion Showdown in College Football Week 11

The Miami (Ohio) RedHawks and the Ball State Cardinals are set to clash in a pivotal Mid-American Conference (MAC) matchup on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. This game, part of the midweek MACtion series, will be televised on ESPN and kick off at 8 p.m. ET at Scheumann Stadium in Muncie, Indiana.

Miami (Ohio), who were preseason favorites to win the MAC, have had a tumultuous season. After losing their first three games against Power Four competition, the RedHawks have rebounded by winning four of their last five games. They currently sit in a tie for second place in the conference standings with a 3-1 record against MAC foes. Their recent form includes a dominant 46-7 win over Central Michigan on October 26.

Ball State, with a 3-5 overall record and 2-2 in MAC play, is looking to build on their recent success. The Cardinals have been competitive in most of their games, with their most recent victory being a 25-23 win over Northern Illinois. Redshirt freshman quarterback Kadin Semonza has been a key player, completing 66.5% of his passes for 1,749 yards and 15 touchdowns. Senior running back Braedon Sloan leads the team’s running game with 502 yards and four touchdowns.

The betting odds favor Miami (Ohio), with the RedHawks listed as 12.5-point favorites. The over/under for total points scored is set at 48.5. Despite being underdogs, Ball State has shown resilience and the ability to keep games close, particularly at home where they are 2-1 this season.

The matchup is expected to be intense, with Miami’s strong defense, which has been one of the best in the MAC, facing off against Ball State’s determined offense. The historical series favors Miami, but Ball State’s recent home performances make Scheumann Stadium a challenging venue for the RedHawks.