What channel is Ball State football vs NIU? How to watch the Battle for the Bronze Stalk

Ball State football’s homecoming game on Saturday will also be the Battle for the Bronze Stalk against interstate rival Northern Illinois.

The Cardinals (2-5, 1-2 MAC) and Huskies (4-3, 1-2) have played for the Bronze Stalk Trophy every season since 2008. Ball State has won the last two and four of the last five, but NIU boasts an 11-5 record since the trophy’s introduction including 10 straight victories from 2009-18.

Ball State is coming off a 24-14 loss at Vanderbilt, while NIU suffered a 13-6 loss to Toledo at home in its last game. Both teams are looking to get to .500 in conference play with a win on Saturday.

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Here’s how to watch Ball State football take on Northern Illinois in the Battle for the Bronze Stalk:

What channel is Ball State football vs NIU?

Ball State football vs. NIU will stream live on ESPN+, which requires a subscription. To subscribe to ESPN+, click here.

What time is Ball State football vs NIU?

Date: Saturday, Oct. 26

Time: 3:30 p.m. ET

The Battle for the Bronze Stalk is slated for a 3:30 p.m. ET kickoff at Scheumann Stadium.

Ball State wide receiver Malcolm Gillie (8) runs the ball against Vanderbilt during the first quarter at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024.

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