Northern Illinois Huskies vs. Ball State Cardinals: 2022 Week 5 Recap

Quick answer

Ball State Cardinals defeated Northern Illinois Huskies 44–38 in Week 5, 2022. Final score: Northern Illinois Huskies 38, Ball State Cardinals 44.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Northern Illinois Huskies	6	15	6	6	38
Ball State Cardinals	0	6	12	15	44

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• John Paddock (Ball State) — 370.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.17 EPA/play +9.71 EPA
• Ethan Hampton (Northern Illinois) — 154.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.12 EPA/play -3.21 EPA

Rushing

• Harrison Waylee (Northern Illinois) — 230.0 yds · 3 TD +0.39 EPA
• Carson Steele (Ball State) — 70.0 yds · 2 TD +0.13 EPA
• Justin Lynch (Northern Illinois) — 92.0 yds +0.02 EPA

Receiving

• Jayshon Jackson (Ball State) — 8 rec · 95.0 yds +0.65 EPA
• Tanner Koziol (Ball State) — 7 rec · 89.0 yds +0.62 EPA
• Cole Tucker (Northern Illinois) — 7 rec · 89.0 yds +0.43 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
John Paddock	Ball State	57	66.7%	370	3	+0.17	+9.71
Ethan Hampton	Northern Illinois	26	57.7%	154	2	-0.12	-3.21

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Northern Illinois	Ball State
Plays	77	81
EPA / play	+0.115	+0.157
Total EPA	+8.85	+12.74
Success rate	50.6%	48.1%
Pass EPA / play	-0.123	+0.170
Rush EPA / play	+0.236	+0.126
Yards	517	464

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Ball State	6	36	+0.32	Punt
Q1	Northern Illinois	13	81	+6.63	Pass TD
Q1	Ball State	3	4	-5.60	Interception
Q1	Northern Illinois	3	5	-2.38	Missed FG
Q1	Ball State	4	6	-2.89	Punt
Q1	Northern Illinois	3	61	+4.25	Rush TD
Q2	Northern Illinois	2	1	-5.21	Fumble
Q2	Ball State	10	52	+0.61	Missed FG
Q2	Northern Illinois	10	80	+5.46	Pass TD
Q2	Ball State	7	75	+7.04	Pass TD
Q2	Northern Illinois	8	60	-0.02	Field goal
Q2	Ball State	6	30	+0.78	Interception
Q3	Northern Illinois	3	2	-6.62	Interception
Q3	Ball State	3	3	+0.36	Rush TD
Q3	Northern Illinois	8	77	+5.71	Rush TD
Q3	Ball State	5	15	-2.45	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Harrison Waylee rushes 68 yards for a touchdown (+6.1 EPA)
2. Q2 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Fumble (-5.31 EPA)
3. Q3 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Ethan Hampton pass intercepted (-5.01 EPA)
4. Q2 · Ball State Cardinals · John Paddock pass to Brady Hunt for a touchdown (30 yards) (+4.97 EPA)
5. Q2 · Ball State Cardinals · Kickoff (+4.42 EPA)
6. Q1 · Ball State Cardinals · John Paddock pass intercepted (-4.35 EPA)
7. Q2 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Harrison Waylee rushes 52 yards for a touchdown (+3.83 EPA)
8. Q2 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Ethan Hampton pass to Kacper Rutkiewicz for a touchdown (31 yards) (+3.24 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Ball State Cardinals controlled the final (44–38) in Week 5.
• Passing edge: John Paddock (Ball State) — 370.0 yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: Ball State at 0.157 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 Northern Illinois Huskies vs Ball State Cardinals?

Northern Illinois Huskies 38, Ball State Cardinals 44 in Week 5 of the 2022 college football season.

Who won Northern Illinois Huskies vs Ball State Cardinals?

Ball State Cardinals won with a final score of 38–44.

Where can I find the Northern Illinois Huskies vs Ball State Cardinals box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401416608.

Who led Northern Illinois Huskies vs Ball State Cardinals in passing?

John Paddock (Ball State) led passers with 370.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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