Liberty Flames defeat Ball State Cardinals 51-15

The Liberty Flames defeated the Ball State Cardinals 51-15 at Williams Stadium. Ball State struggled with momentum-halting penalties, totaling 11 penalties for 108 yards during the contest.

Running back TJ Horton recorded two rushing touchdowns for the Cardinals, including a two-yard score in the first quarter. Quarterback Keldric Luster contributed a rushing touchdown and a successful two-point conversion. On the defensive side, Stu Smith led Ball State with nine tackles.

The game was marked by a medical incident during the second-half kickoff, when defensive back Gabe Aramboles was carried off the field and transported to Lynchburg General Hospital.