ncaaf Game Recap
Central Michigan Chippewas vs Ball State Cardinals Wrap - Central Michigan Wins 37-17
Central Michigan got a 219-yard performance from Lew Nichols III as a key part of its 37-17 victory over the Cardinals on Wednesday at Scheumann Stadium.
Central Michigan was the ATS victor, as they covered the -2.5-point spread as a favorite. Over-Under bettors who played UNDER the total of 57.0 were rewarded at the payout window.
Lew Nichols III rushed for 219 yards, while Darius Bracy added 68 yards in the win. Kalil Pimpleton and JaCorey Sullivan added 144 and 68 receiving yards respectively.
Carson Steele rushed for 93 yards for Ball State, while Lucas Borrow added 21 yards. Drew Plitt threw for 170 yards for the Cardinals, while receivers Jayshon Jackson and Yo'Heinz Tyler had 61 and 46 yards respectively.
Ball State was outgained by Central Michigan 567-329 yards in Wednesday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 26-18 by the Chippewas.
The time of possession battle favored Central Michigan as their offense was on the field for 32:47, longer than the 27:13 of their opponents.
Next game, Central Michigan takes its act home to face Eastern Michigan looking for another win. For Ball State, they head home to face Buffalo.