Northern Illinois at Ball State

Saturday, September 30, 2000 Share

Northern Illinois beat Ball State 43–⁠14. It was their 24th meeting; after it, Ball State led the series 16–⁠7–⁠1.

AwayNorthern Illinois6–⁠5 in 2000

HomeBall State5–⁠6 in 2000

FinalHigh 72°F, low 38°FAttendance 13,859

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Northern Illinois 61% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Tied 24–⁠24–⁠1 in 49 meetings, counting the 25 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