Northern Illinois at Ball State

Saturday, October 24, 1970 Share

Northern Illinois beat Ball State 31–⁠14. It was their third meeting; after it, Northern Illinois led the series 3–⁠0.

AwayNorthern Illinois3–⁠7 in 1970

HomeBall State1–⁠1 in 1970

FinalHigh 70°F, low 48°FAttendance 4,770

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Northern Illinois 53% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Tied 24–⁠24–⁠1 in 49 meetings, counting the 46 since this game.

Recent meetings
2025	Northern Illinois 21, Ball State 7
2024	Ball State 25, Northern Illinois 23
2023	Ball State 20, Northern Illinois 17
2022	Ball State 44, Northern Illinois 38
2021	Northern Illinois 30, Ball State 29
2020	Ball State 31, Northern Illinois 25