Ball St. Cardinals vs Buffalo Bulls Betting Picks & Predictions
In Week 12 of the 2024 college football season, the Ball State Cardinals will be facing off against the Buffalo Bulls at UB Stadium in Mid-American Conference action. The
Game outlook
In Week 12 of the 2024 college football season, the Ball State Cardinals will be facing off against the Buffalo Bulls at UB Stadium in Mid-American Conference action. The Cardinals, with a record of 2-5, are coming off a recent loss to the Miami (OH) Redhawks, while the Bulls, with a record of 4-4, are coming off a win against the Akron Zips. This will be the 14th meeting between the two teams, with Ball State holding an 2-5 record. Buffalo is currently the betting favorite at -6, with the line remaining unchanged. Stay tuned for the Ball State Cardinals vs. Buffalo Bulls prediction.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Cardinals +188 | Bulls -230
Spread: Cardinals +6 (-110) | Bulls -6 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 53 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Buffalo will win straight-up is 70%.
Ball St. Cardinals
The Ball State Cardinals are currently struggling with a 2-5 record, with quarterback Kadin Semonza performing well but the defense allowing an average of 38.9 points per game. The running game is led by Braedon Sloan, but injuries to key players such as offensive lineman Damon Kaylor and wide receiver Trey Firestone may impact their performance. With a power ranking of 118, the team is ranked 90 in offense and 131 in defense, making it difficult for them to win games.
Buffalo Bulls Analysis
The Buffalo Bulls have struggled in their recent games, losing two out of their last three to fall to a record of 5-4 (3-2). Quarterback C.J. Ogbonna has had a strong season so far, with impressive passing and rushing statistics. On the defensive side, the Bulls have been allowing an average of 29.0 points per game, but have forced 14 turnovers. The team also has several key players listed as questionable due to undisclosed injuries. In terms of power rankings, the Bulls rank 108 overall, with their offense ranked at #97 and defense at #98. Their upcoming matchup against Ball St. shows Ball St. having struggled in recent games against Buffalo.