Quick answer
Ball State Cardinals defeated Central Michigan Chippewas 17–16 in Week 6, 2022. Final score: Ball State Cardinals 17, Central Michigan Chippewas 16.
Game summary
Ball State Cardinals edged Central Michigan Chippewas 17–16 in Week 6 of the 2022 season.
- Scoring: 4 touchdowns, 2 field goals across 6 plays.
- Passing leader: Daniel Richardson (Central Michigan) — 239.0 pass yds, 1 TD, -0.02 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Lew Nichols III — 104.0 yds, 1 TD.
- Receiving leader: Carlos Carriere — 6 rec, 80.0 yds.
- EPA edge: Central Michigan (-0.162/play) vs Ball State (-0.212/play).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Ball State Cardinals | 0 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 17 |
 Central Michigan Chippewas | 9 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 16 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
BALLBall State CardinalsField goal good from 44 yards
Lew Nichols III rushes 1 yard for a touchdown
John Paddock pass to Brady Hunt for a touchdown (2 yards)
Fumble returned for a touchdown
Daniel Richardson pass to Carlos Carriere for a touchdown (17 yards)
Field goal good from 22 yards
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Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- Central Michigan
Q1FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 27
- Score
- 0-3
Field goal good from 44 yards
- Central Michigan
Q1TD LNLew Nichols IIIPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 0-9
Lew Nichols III rushes 1 yard for a touchdown
- Ball State
Q2TD BHBrady HuntPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-9
John Paddock pass to Brady Hunt for a touchdown (2 yards)
- Central Michigan
Q3TD Points+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-15
Fumble returned for a touchdown
- Central Michigan
Q3TD CCCarlos CarrierePoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-21
Daniel Richardson pass to Carlos Carriere for a touchdown (17 yards)
- Ball State
Q4FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 5
- Score
- 9-21
Field goal good from 22 yards
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Daniel Richardson (Central Michigan) — 239.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.02 EPA/play -0.83 EPA
- John Paddock (Ball State) — 100.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.42 EPA/play -12.17 EPA
Rushing
- Lew Nichols III (Central Michigan) — 104.0 yds · 1 TD -0.29 EPA
- Carson Steele (Ball State) — 143.0 yds +0.08 EPA
- Myles Bailey (Central Michigan) — 52.0 yds -0.29 EPA
Receiving
- Carlos Carriere (Central Michigan) — 6 rec · 80.0 yds +0.03 EPA
- Jayshon Jackson (Ball State) — 4 rec · 49.0 yds -0.42 EPA
- Joel Wilson (Central Michigan) — 7 rec · 73.0 yds +0.57 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Richardson | Central Michigan | 47 | 42.6% | 239 | 1 | -0.02 | -0.83 |
| John Paddock | Ball State | 29 | 51.7% | 100 | 1 | -0.42 | -12.17 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | Ball State | Central Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Plays | 66 | 97 |
| EPA / play | -0.212 | -0.162 |
| Total EPA | -13.99 | -15.76 |
| Success rate | 39.4% | 32.0% |
| Pass EPA / play | -0.420 | -0.018 |
| Rush EPA / play | -0.049 | -0.299 |
| Yards | 273 | 409 |
Drive chart
Key possessions and results.
| Qtr | Offense | Plays | Yards | EPA | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | Ball State | 4 | 10 | -2.59 | Punt |
| Q1 | Central Michigan | 4 | 22 | -3.38 | Fumble |
| Q1 | Ball State | 3 | 8 | -2.20 | Missed FG |
| Q1 | Central Michigan | 13 | 57 | +1.37 | Field goal |
| Q1 | Ball State | 4 | 15 | -0.31 | Punt |
| Q1 | Central Michigan | 10 | 37 | -3.44 | Ended |
| Q1 | Ball State | 1 | -19 | -5.87 | Fumble |
| Q1 | Central Michigan | 2 | 3 | +0.79 | Rush TD |
| Q2 | Ball State | 3 | 3 | -2.37 | Punt |
| Q2 | Central Michigan | 7 | 8 | -6.79 | Missed FG |
| Q2 | Ball State | 8 | 34 | -0.37 | Punt |
| Q2 | Central Michigan | 3 | 8 | -0.89 | Punt |
| Q2 | Ball State | 5 | 40 | +4.02 | Pass TD |
| Q2 | Central Michigan | 7 | 22 | -0.41 | Punt |
| Q2 | Ball State | 3 | 7 | -0.36 | Punt |
| Q2 | Central Michigan | 3 | 6 | -0.72 | Punt |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q3 · Central Michigan Chippewas · Fumble returned for a touchdown (-6.06 EPA)
- Q1 · Ball State Cardinals · Fumble (-5.87 EPA)
- Q2 · Central Michigan Chippewas · Punt (-4.47 EPA)
- Q1 · Central Michigan Chippewas · Fumble (-3.87 EPA)
- Q3 · Central Michigan Chippewas · Daniel Richardson pass to Carlos Carriere for a touchdown (17 yards) (+3.71 EPA)
- Q3 · Central Michigan Chippewas · Lew Nichols III rushes for no gain (4th & 1) (-3.46 EPA)
- Q1 · Central Michigan Chippewas · Lew Nichols III rushes for 6 yards (4th & 3) (+3.38 EPA)
- Q1 · Central Michigan Chippewas · Daniel Richardson pass to Noah Koenigsknecht for 12 yards (4th & 1) (+3.25 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Ball State Cardinals controlled the final (17–16) in Week 6.
- Passing edge: Daniel Richardson (Central Michigan) — 239.0 yds, 1 TD.
- EPA edge: Central Michigan at -0.162 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 Central Michigan Chippewas?
Ball State Cardinals 17, Central Michigan Chippewas 16 in Week 6 of the 2022 college football season.
Who won Ball State Cardinals vs Central Michigan Chippewas?
Ball State Cardinals won with a final score of 17–16.
Where can I find the Ball State Cardinals vs Central Michigan Chippewas box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401416613.
Who led Ball State Cardinals vs Central Michigan Chippewas in passing?
Daniel Richardson (Central Michigan) led passers with 239.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Ball State Cardinals at Central Michigan Chippewas in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Ball State Cardinals
Entered 2-3 Now 3-3 W
Central Michigan Chippewas
Entered 1-4 Now 1-5 L
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