MUNCIE, Ind. (Interstat) — Two Mid-American Conference teams trending in opposite directions will meet Saturday when the Ball State Cardinals host the Eastern Michigan Eagles at Scheumann Stadium.

Eastern Michigan (3-7) enters with momentum after a 27-21 home victory over Bowling Green last Saturday. Quarterback Noah Kim led the Eagles, accounting for 210 passing yards, 28 rushing yards and a touchdown. Running back Dontae McMillan added 100 rushing yards and a score.

Ball State (4-5) is also coming off a win, having defeated Kent State 17-13 on Nov. 5. Quarterback Kiael Kelly was the catalyst, throwing for 173 yards and two touchdowns while adding 53 yards on the ground.

Despite the Eagles’ recent win, they are a slight underdog on the road. The Cardinals have been installed as a 2.5-point favorite. The over/under is set at 50.5 points. Interstat’s game simulator projects a 39-24 victory for Ball State.

The game is scheduled for a 3:30 p.m. EST kickoff on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025.