Quick answer
Northern Illinois Huskies defeated Ball State Cardinals 63–17 in Week 11, 2017. Final score: Ball State Cardinals 17, Northern Illinois Huskies 63.
Game summary
Northern Illinois Huskies dominated Ball State Cardinals 63–17 in Week 11 of the 2017 season.
- Scoring: 11 touchdowns, 1 field goal across 12 plays.
- Passing leader: Marcus Childers (2459) — 0.0 pass yds, 4 TD, +0.23 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Caleb Huntley — 0.0 yds.
- Receiving leader: Justin Hall — 8 rec, 0.0 yds.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Ball State Cardinals | 12 | 0 | 9 | 6 | 17 |
 Northern Illinois Huskies | 12 | 12 | 12 | 6 | 63 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
BALLBall State CardinalsNathan Snyder punt blocked by Trayshon Foster blocked by Trayshon Foster Jackson Abresch return for 13 yds for a TD, (Christian Hagan KICK)
Marcus Childers pass complete to Jordan Huff for 24 yds for a TD, (Christian Hagan KICK)
Drew Plitt pass complete to Riley Miller for 23 yds for a TD, (Morgan Hagee KICK)
Marcus Childers pass complete to Shane Wimann for 4 yds for a TD, (Christian Hagan KICK)
Marcus Childers pass complete to Mitchell Brinkman for 5 yds for a TD, (Christian Hagan KICK)
D.J. Brown run for 6 yds for a TD, (Christian Hagan KICK)
Morgan Hagee 21 yd FG GOOD
Jordan Huff run for 35 yds for a TD, (Christian Hagan KICK)
Marcus Childers pass complete to Christian Blake for 19 yds for a TD, (Christian Hagan KICK)
Malik Dunner run for 4 yds for a TD, (Morgan Hagee KICK)
Morgan Hagee punt blocked by Jauan Wesley blocked by Jauan Wesley Jackson Abresch return for no gain for a TD, (Christian Hagan KICK)
Daniel Santacaterina pass complete to Jauan Wesley for 70 yds for a TD, (Christian Hagan KICK)
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Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- BALL
Q1TD Points+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-0
Nathan Snyder punt blocked by Trayshon Foster blocked by Trayshon Foster Jackson Abresch return for 13 yds for a TD, (Christian Hagan KICK)
- NIU
Q1TD JHJordan HuffPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-6
Marcus Childers pass complete to Jordan Huff for 24 yds for a TD, (Christian Hagan KICK)
- BALL
Q1TD RMRiley MillerPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-6
Drew Plitt pass complete to Riley Miller for 23 yds for a TD, (Morgan Hagee KICK)
- NIU
Q1TD SWShane WimannPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-12
Marcus Childers pass complete to Shane Wimann for 4 yds for a TD, (Christian Hagan KICK)
- NIU
Q2TD MBMitchell BrinkmanPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-18
Marcus Childers pass complete to Mitchell Brinkman for 5 yds for a TD, (Christian Hagan KICK)
- NIU
Q2TD DBD.J. BrownPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-24
D.J. Brown run for 6 yds for a TD, (Christian Hagan KICK)
- BALL
Q3FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 33
- Score
- 15-24
Morgan Hagee 21 yd FG GOOD
- NIU
Q3TD JHJordan HuffPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 15-30
Jordan Huff run for 35 yds for a TD, (Christian Hagan KICK)
- NIU
Q3TD CBChristian BlakePoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 15-36
Marcus Childers pass complete to Christian Blake for 19 yds for a TD, (Christian Hagan KICK)
- BALL
Q3TD MDMalik DunnerPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 21-36
Malik Dunner run for 4 yds for a TD, (Morgan Hagee KICK)
- BALL
Q4TD Points+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 27-36
Morgan Hagee punt blocked by Jauan Wesley blocked by Jauan Wesley Jackson Abresch return for no gain for a TD, (Christian Hagan KICK)
- NIU
Q4TD JWJauan WesleyPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 27-42
Daniel Santacaterina pass complete to Jauan Wesley for 70 yds for a TD, (Christian Hagan KICK)
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Marcus Childers (2459) — 0.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.23 EPA/play +4.81 EPA
- Daniel Santacaterina (2459) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +2.27 EPA/play +4.53 EPA
- Drew Plitt (2050) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.14 EPA/play -2.59 EPA
Rushing
- Caleb Huntley (2050) — 0.0 yds -0.23 EPA
- Tre Harbison (2459) — 0.0 yds +0.08 EPA
- Marcus Jones (2459) — 0.0 yds -0.36 EPA
Receiving
- Justin Hall (2050) — 8 rec · 0.0 yds +0.31 EPA
- Khalil Newton (2050) — 6 rec · 0.0 yds +0.47 EPA
- Christian Blake (2459) — 2 rec · 0.0 yds -0.21 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marcus Childers | 2459 | 21 | 47.6% | 0 | 4 | +0.23 | +4.81 |
| Daniel Santacaterina | 2459 | 2 | 50.0% | 0 | 1 | +2.27 | +4.53 |
| Drew Plitt | 2050 | 18 | 50.0% | 0 | 1 | -0.14 | -2.59 |
| Jack Milas | 2050 | 18 | 55.6% | 0 | 0 | -0.39 | -7.01 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | BALL | NIU |
|---|---|---|
| Plays | 0 | 0 |
| EPA / play | — | — |
| Total EPA | — | — |
| Success rate | — | — |
| Pass EPA / play | — | — |
| Rush EPA / play | — | — |
| Yards | 0 | 0 |
Drive chart
Key possessions and results.
| Qtr | Offense | Plays | Yards | EPA | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 2050 | 1 | 0 | -1.38 | Touchdown |
| Q1 | 2050 | 3 | 0 | -1.61 | Ended |
| Q1 | 2459 | 1 | 0 | +2.10 | Pass TD |
| Q1 | 2459 | 6 | 0 | +2.63 | Ended |
| Q1 | 2050 | 1 | 0 | +3.45 | Pass TD |
| Q1 | 2050 | 6 | 0 | +1.15 | Ended |
| Q1 | 2459 | 1 | 0 | +2.21 | Pass TD |
| Q1 | 2459 | 10 | 0 | +0.74 | Ended |
| Q1 | 2050 | 3 | 0 | -2.55 | Punt |
| Q2 | 2459 | 1 | 0 | -0.15 | Ended |
| Q2 | 2050 | 5 | 0 | -0.21 | Punt |
| Q2 | 2459 | 4 | 0 | -3.01 | Ended |
| Q2 | 2050 | 3 | 0 | -2.04 | Punt |
| Q2 | 2459 | 8 | 0 | -1.59 | Punt |
| Q2 | 2050 | 5 | 0 | -1.00 | Punt |
| Q2 | 2459 | 1 | 0 | +1.44 | Pass TD |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q3 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Jauan Wesley run for 1 yd to the NoIll 6 Jauan Wesley fumbled, forced by Michael Robinson Jr., recovered by BalSt Bryce Cosby (-7.34 EPA)
- Q3 · Ball State Cardinals · Jack Milas pass intercepted Jawuan Johnson return for 2 yds to the BalSt 35 (-6.25 EPA)
- Q4 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Daniel Santacaterina pass complete to Jauan Wesley for 70 yds for a TD, (Christian Hagan KICK) (+5.97 EPA)
- Q4 · Ball State Cardinals · Morgan Hagee punt blocked by Jauan Wesley blocked by Jauan Wesley Jackson Abresch return for no gain for a TD, (Christian Hagan KICK) (-4.61 EPA)
- Q1 · Ball State Cardinals · Nathan Snyder punt blocked by Trayshon Foster blocked by Trayshon Foster Jackson Abresch return for 13 yds for a TD, (Christian Hagan KICK) (-4.25 EPA)
- Q1 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Marcus Childers run for 32 yds to the BalSt 44 for a 1ST down (+3.78 EPA)
- Q3 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Ryan Rimmler kickoff for 62 yds , Chad Beebe return for 29 yds to the NoIll 32 (-3.53 EPA)
- Q1 · Ball State Cardinals · Drew Plitt pass complete to Riley Miller for 23 yds for a TD, (Morgan Hagee KICK) (+3.44 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Northern Illinois Huskies controlled the final (63–17) in Week 11.
- Passing edge: Marcus Childers (2459) — yds, 4 TD.
- EPA edge: BALL at EPA/play.
- Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Frequently asked questions
What was the final score of Ball State Cardinals vs Northern Illinois Huskies?
Ball State Cardinals 17, Northern Illinois Huskies 63 in Week 11 of the 2017 college football season.
Who won Ball State Cardinals vs Northern Illinois Huskies?
Northern Illinois Huskies won with a final score of 17–63.
Where can I find the Ball State Cardinals vs Northern Illinois Huskies box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=400945018.
Who led Ball State Cardinals vs Northern Illinois Huskies in passing?
Marcus Childers (2459) led passers with 0.0 yards and 4 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Ball State Cardinals at Northern Illinois Huskies in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Ball State Cardinals
Entered 2-7 Now 2-8 L
Northern Illinois Huskies
Entered 6-4 Now 7-4 W
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