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Ball State football faces Kent State in MAC opener

NCAA football Mid-American Conference Ball State Cardinals Kent State Golden Flashes college sports

The Ball State Cardinals are set to face the Kent State Golden Flashes in their Mid-American Conference (MAC) opener on Saturday, September 26, at Dix Stadium. Both teams enter the matchup with 1-2 records.

Ball State holds a significant historical advantage in the series, boasting a .758 winning percentage with 25 wins in 33 meetings. The Cardinals have won the last four consecutive games against Kent State. However, recent matchups have been closely contested, with six of the last eight encounters decided by seven points or fewer.

Both programs are looking to rebound from recent losses. Ball State fell 51-15 to Liberty last week, while Kent State suffered a 59-3 defeat against Ohio State. The game is scheduled for a 12:00 PM ET kickoff.

Entities

Ball State University · Dix Stadium · Kent State University · Mid-American Conference · University of Akron

Sources

FOOTBALL GAMEDAY: Cardinals Visit Kent State For Opening Game of Mid-American Conference Slate - Ball State University Athletics [ballstatesports.com]
Ball State Cardinals at Kent State Golden Flashes Pick, NCAA Football Prediction, Preview & Odds 9/26/26 [www.capperspicks.com]
Kent State vs Ball State Prediction Football Picks Today 9/26/26 [sportschatplace.com]