Ball St vs. Akron Football Prediction & Odds - Oct. 18

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The Ball State Cardinals (2-4) and the Akron Zips (2-5) square off on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at Scheumann Stadium in a battle of MAC foes.

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Ball State vs. Akron Matchup Info

  • Game date: Saturday, October 18, 2025
  • Game time: 3:30 p.m. ET
  • Location: Muncie, Indiana
  • Venue: Scheumann Stadium
  • TV channel: ESPN+
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+

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Ball State vs. Akron Odds and Prediction

  • Spread favorite: Cardinals (-1.5)
  • Moneyline: Cardinals (-109), Zips (-110)
  • Total: 43.5 points
  • Pick ATS: Ball State (-1.5)
  • Pick OU: Under (43.5)
  • Prediction: Ball State 28, Akron 15

Prediction derived from a team strength comparison algorithm. Multiple factors such as strength of wins and scoring margin are used to make this projection.

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Ball State vs. Akron Betting Records and Insights

  • Ball State has compiled a 4-2-0 ATS record so far this year.
  • Akron has put together a 3-4-0 ATS record so far this season.
  • The Cardinals have covered the spread three times this season (3-2 ATS) when playing as at least 1.5-point favorites.
  • The Zips have won their only game this season when playing as at least 1.5-point underdogs.
  • Ball State games have gone over the point total twice this season.
  • Akron games have hit the over four out of seven times this year.

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