ncaaf Game Recap
Ball State Cardinals vs Western Michigan Broncos Wrap - Western Michigan Wins 42-24
Treyson Bourguet was good for 328 yards through the air on Saturday as the Broncos got past the Cardinals by a score of 42-24 at Waldo Stadium.
Bettors who backed the Broncos were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -1.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 50.0.
Treyson Bourguet completed 24 of 39 pass attempts for 328 yards for the Broncos in the win.
Marquez Cooper rushed for 82 yards for Ball State, while Rico Barfield added 3 yards. Layne Hatcher threw for 316 yards for the Cardinals, while receivers Qian Magwood and Ahmad Edwards had 110 and 72 yards respectively.
Ball State was outgained by Western Michigan 461-364 yards in Saturday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 27-19 by the Broncos.
Ball State lost the time of possession battle 30:22-26:06, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.
Next game, Western Michigan takes its act on the road to face Mississippi State looking for another win. For Ball State, they head on the road to face Eastern Michigan.