New Hampshire Wildcats vs. Ball State Cardinals: 2025 Week 3 Recap

Quick answer

Ball State Cardinals defeated New Hampshire Wildcats 34–29 in Week 3, 2025. Final score: New Hampshire Wildcats 29, Ball State Cardinals 34.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
New Hampshire Wildcats	6	6	3	3	29
Ball State Cardinals	18	12	6	2	34

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Kiael Kelly (Ball State) — 110.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.29 EPA/play +4.99 EPA
• Josh Fillion (New Hampshire) — 0.0 yds · -0.64 EPA/play -0.64 EPA
• Matt Vezza (New Hampshire) — 240.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.04 EPA/play -2.07 EPA

Rushing

• Qua Ashley (Ball State) — 154.0 yds · 2 TD +0.69 EPA
• Kiael Kelly (Ball State) — 105.0 yds · 1 TD +0.47 EPA
• Matt Vezza (New Hampshire) — 97.0 yds · 1 TD +0.92 EPA

Receiving

• Chase Wilson (New Hampshire) — 7 rec · 84.0 yds +0.18 EPA
• Caleb Burke (New Hampshire) — 7 rec · 89.0 yds +0.16 EPA
• Colby Ramshaw (New Hampshire) — 2 rec · 26.0 yds +0.16 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Kiael Kelly	Ball State	17	52.9%	110	2	+0.29	+4.99
Josh Fillion	New Hampshire	1	0.0%	0	0	-0.64	-0.64
Matt Vezza	New Hampshire	48	52.1%	240	1	-0.04	-2.07

Team EPA comparison

Stat	New Hampshire	Ball State
Plays	78	52
EPA / play	+0.044	+0.400
Total EPA	+3.44	+20.81
Success rate	43.6%	53.8%
Pass EPA / play	-0.055	+0.293
Rush EPA / play	+0.212	+0.452
Yards	394	422

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Ball State	8	34	-0.60	Touchdown
Q1	Ball State	1	40	+4.02	Rush TD
Q1	New Hampshire	10	75	+6.03	Pass TD
Q1	Ball State	2	64	+5.32	Rush TD
Q1	New Hampshire	10	41	-0.20	Punt
Q2	Ball State	5	9	-4.18	Interception
Q2	New Hampshire	8	19	-4.23	Missed FG
Q2	Ball State	2	80	+6.21	Rush TD
Q2	New Hampshire	12	76	+5.75	Rush TD
Q2	Ball State	7	65	+6.35	Pass TD
Q2	New Hampshire	5	13	-3.17	Punt
Q3	Ball State	8	74	+5.59	Pass TD
Q3	New Hampshire	12	59	+1.18	Field goal
Q3	Ball State	12	40	-0.09	Punt
Q4	New Hampshire	6	29	-1.20	Punt
Q4	Ball State	1	-5	-2.22	Safety

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Ball State Cardinals · Punt return touchdown (-5.91 EPA)
2. Q2 · Ball State Cardinals · Qua Ashley rushes 72 yards for a touchdown (+5.43 EPA)
3. Q2 · New Hampshire Wildcats · Punt for 37 yards (-4.92 EPA)
4. Q2 · Ball State Cardinals · Kiael Kelly pass to Kameron Anthony for a touchdown (10 yards) (+4.31 EPA)
5. Q2 · Ball State Cardinals · Kiael Kelly pass intercepted (-4.08 EPA)
6. Q1 · Ball State Cardinals · Kiael Kelly rushes 40 yards for a touchdown (+4.02 EPA)
7. Q1 · Ball State Cardinals · Qua Ashley rushes 43 yards for a touchdown (+3.7 EPA)
8. Q1 · New Hampshire Wildcats · Matt Vezza pass to Chase Wilson for 27 yards (3rd & 9) (+3.7 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Ball State Cardinals controlled the final (34–29) in Week 3.
• Passing edge: Kiael Kelly (Ball State) — 110.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: Ball State at 0.4 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 New Hampshire Wildcats vs Ball State Cardinals?

New Hampshire Wildcats 29, Ball State Cardinals 34 in Week 3 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won New Hampshire Wildcats vs Ball State Cardinals?

Ball State Cardinals won with a final score of 29–34.

Where can I find the New Hampshire Wildcats vs Ball State Cardinals box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401762818.

Who led New Hampshire Wildcats vs Ball State Cardinals in passing?

Kiael Kelly (Ball State) led passers with 110.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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