Northern Illinois at Ball State

Saturday, October 15, 1977 Share

Ball State beat Northern Illinois 31–⁠6. It was their ninth meeting; after it, the series stood even at 4–⁠4–⁠1.

AwayNorthern Illinois3–⁠8 in 1977

HomeBall State9–⁠2 in 1977

FinalHigh 61°F, low 43°F

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Ball State 91% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Tied 24–⁠24–⁠1 in 49 meetings, counting the 40 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