<p>In Week 8 of the 2025 NCAA Football season, the Akron Zips will travel to Muncie, Indiana, to take on the Ball State Cardinals. The game is set for Saturday, October 18, 2025, at 3:30 PM and will be held at Scheumann Stadium. Fans can catch the action live on ESPN+.</p> <p>Both teams belong to the Mid-American Conference, with Akron holding a 2-5 record this season. They have struggled on the road, going 0-3. Meanwhile, Ball State is 2-4 overall but has been strong at home with a 2-0 record. The consensus odds have Ball State slightly favored with a spread of -1.5.</p> <h2>Akron Team Preview</h2> <p>The Akron Zips have had a mixed season so far. They won two games and lost three in their last five outings. The Zips showed strong passing with 282 yards against UAB, but their defense let in 31 points in that game.</p> <p>Akron's offense ranks 80th in points scored this season. Ben Finley, their main quarterback, has thrown for 1,157 yards and eight touchdowns. However, Akron struggles with rushing, ranking 70th in rushing yards.</p> <p>Injuries are a concern for the Zips with several players listed as questionable. Key players like Alex Adams and Iesa Jarmon are uncertain for the next game. The team needs to address these issues to improve their performance on the field.</p> <h2>Akron vs Ball State Game Day Info</h2> <ul><li>Sport: NCAA Football</li><li>Teams: Akron Zips vs. Ball State Cardinals</li><li>Venue: Scheumann Stadium, Muncie, IN</li><li>Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025</li><li>Betting Odds: Akron Moneyline -104, Ball State Moneyline -116, Akron Spread +1.5 (-112), Ball State Spread -1.5 (-109), Total Over 42.5 (-111), Total Under 42.5 (-110)</li></ul> <h2>Ball State Team Preview</h2> <p>The Ball State Cardinals have had a tough season so far. They have a record of 2-3 in their recent games. Their wins came against Ohio Bobcats and New Hampshire Wildcats at home. They lost to Western Michigan Broncos, Connecticut Huskies, and Auburn Tigers in away games.</p> <p>On offense, the Cardinals have struggled to put up big numbers. They rank 95th in points scored with 82 points. Their passing game ranks 124th with 744 yards, while their rushing game is 93rd with 789 yards.</p> <p>The defense has had challenges too, allowing 189 points, ranking 112th. They have managed to get 15 sacks, which is 11th in the league. The defense has also been strong in interceptions and fumble recoveries, ranking 2nd and 7th, respectively.</p> <h2>BTB Betting Pick</h2> <p>For the spread pick, Akron is at +1.5 with odds of -112. Akron has scored more points than Ball State this season, with 117 points compared to Ball State's 82. Akron's defense has also shown strength in interceptions and fumbles. Given these factors, Akron +1.5 is the choice against the spread.</p> <p>For the total pick, the over/under is set at 42.5. Akron's defense has allowed 203 points, and Ball State has allowed 189 points this season. Both teams have struggled defensively, which suggests a higher-scoring game. Taking the over 42.5 is the recommendation for this matchup.</p>

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