Central Michigan Chippewas vs. Ball State Cardinals: 2017 Week 8 Recap

Quick answer

Central Michigan Chippewas defeated Ball State Cardinals 56–9 in Week 8, 2017. Final score: Central Michigan Chippewas 56, Ball State Cardinals 9.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Central Michigan Chippewas	6	18	6	12	56
Ball State Cardinals	3	3	3	6	9

Stars of the game

Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.

Passing

• Shane Morris (2117) — 0.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.53 EPA/play +11.60 EPA
• Tony Poljan (2117) — 0.0 yds · -0.53 EPA/play -1.07 EPA
• Zack Blair (2050) — 0.0 yds · -0.62 EPA/play -3.09 EPA

Rushing

• Caleb Huntley (2050) — 0.0 yds -0.05 EPA
• Romello Ross (2117) — 0.0 yds -0.11 EPA
• Jonathan Ward (2117) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD +0.06 EPA

Receiving

• Corey Willis (2117) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +1.32 EPA
• Mark Chapman (2117) — 4 rec · 0.0 yds +1.51 EPA
• Nolan Givan (2050) — 3 rec · 0.0 yds +0.07 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Shane Morris	2117	22	72.7%	0	4	+0.53	+11.60
Tony Poljan	2117	2	0.0%	0	0	-0.53	-1.07
Zack Blair	2050	5	40.0%	0	0	-0.62	-3.09
Jack Milas	2050	35	51.4%	0	0	-0.41	-14.26

Team EPA comparison

Stat	CMU	BALL
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	2117	5	0	+2.39	Ended
Q1	2050	0	0	—	Field goal
Q1	2050	10	0	+1.59	Ended
Q1	2117	6	0	-1.70	Rush TD
Q1	2050	3	0	-2.26	Punt
Q1	2117	6	0	+1.27	Ended
Q1	2050	11	0	-3.47	Punt
Q2	2117	1	0	+1.39	Rush TD
Q2	2117	1	0	+1.25	Ended
Q2	2050	5	0	-0.88	Ended
Q2	2117	1	0	+4.85	Pass TD
Q2	2117	6	0	-0.26	Ended
Q2	2050	3	0	-2.68	Punt
Q2	2117	1	0	+3.39	Pass TD
Q2	2117	5	0	+2.39	Ended
Q2	2050	2	0	-0.49	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Ball State Cardinals · Alonzo McCoy 27 Yd Fumble Return (Michael Armstrong Kick) (-6.64 EPA)
2. Q4 · Central Michigan Chippewas · Kumehnnu Gwilly run for 33 yds for a TD, (Michael Armstrong KICK) (+4.94 EPA)
3. Q2 · Central Michigan Chippewas · Shane Morris pass complete to Corey Willis for 31 yds for a TD, (Michael Armstrong KICK) (+4.85 EPA)
4. Q3 · Central Michigan Chippewas · Shane Morris pass complete to Corey Willis for 63 yds for a TD, (Michael Armstrong KICK) (+4.72 EPA)
5. Q2 · Ball State Cardinals · TEAM punt blocked by Jerrod Davis blocked by Jerrod Davis Tee'ondre Harvey return for 6 yds to the BalSt 12 (-4.55 EPA)
6. Q1 · Central Michigan Chippewas · Shane Morris pass complete to Mark Chapman for 6 yds to the CMich 40 CENTRAL MICH Penalty, Offensive holding (-10 Yards) to the CMich 30 (+3.96 EPA)
7. Q3 · Ball State Cardinals · Jack Milas sacked by Joe Ostman for a loss of 6 yards to the CMich 38 (-3.88 EPA)
8. Q2 · Central Michigan Chippewas · Shane Morris pass complete to Tyler Conklin for 34 yds for a TD, (Michael Armstrong KICK) (+3.39 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Central Michigan Chippewas controlled the final (56–9) in Week 8.
• Passing edge: Shane Morris (2117) — yds, 4 TD.
• EPA edge: CMU 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 Central Michigan Chippewas vs Ball State Cardinals?

Central Michigan Chippewas 56, Ball State Cardinals 9 in Week 8 of the 2017 college football season.

Who won Central Michigan Chippewas vs Ball State Cardinals?

Central Michigan Chippewas won with a final score of 56–9.

Where can I find the Central Michigan Chippewas vs Ball State Cardinals box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=400945001.

Who led Central Michigan Chippewas vs Ball State Cardinals in passing?

Shane Morris (2117) led passers with 0.0 yards and 4 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Central Michigan Chippewas at Ball State Cardinals in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.