Can the Miami Hurricanes avoid a setback against Ball State today? Keep scrolling for scoring updates and game highlights.

The No. 12 Hurricanes are 2-0 in coach Mario Cristobal’s most promising season. UM has the nation’s 12th-best offense after posting a 41-17 win at Florida and a 56-9 victory over FAMU to start the season. Quarterback Cam Ward has a strong shot at the Heisman Trophy so far, with running back Damien Martinez and receiver Xavier Restrepo his main weapons.

Ball State started 1-0 after defeating Missouri State 42-34 in a game that saw a total of 48 points scored in the fourth quarter. Look for redshirt freshman quarterback Kadin Semonza, who threw four touchdown passes and scored a fifth for the Cardinals. DirecTV subscribers will have to find another way to watch this game.

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Score updates for Miami vs. Ball State

Highlights of the Miami Hurricanes football team against Ball State

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• Date: Saturday, September 14

• Time: 3:30 p.m. ET

• Location: Hard Rock Stadium (Miami Gardens, Florida)

Miami vs. Ball State will air nationally on ACC Network during Week 3 of the 2024 college football season. Chris Cotter and Mark Herzlich will provide commentary from the Hard Rock Stadium locker room, while Coley Harvey will report from the sidelines. Streaming options for the game include ESPN+ and Fubo, which is offering a free trial to new subscribers.

The 2024 Hurricanes boast five preseason All-ACC players, more than any other team. They are led by quarterback Cam Ward, a transfer from Washington State and the preseason ACC Player of the Year. The other nominees: receiver Xavier Restrepo, defensive end Rueben Bain Jr., linebacker Francisco Mauigoa and kicker Andres Borregales.

Ball State football roster

The 2024 Cardinals will be led by quarterback Kadin Semonza, a redshirt freshman from Huntington Beach, California.

History of Miami vs. Ball State

This is the first meeting between Miami and Ball State.

Predictions for Miami vs. Ball State

Nathan Beigle, SportsbookWire: Miami 45, Ball State 13

“The Hurricanes should enter the game as strong players after rolling over Florida in Week 1. However, they are 0-1 ATS when favored by double digits. The Hurricanes turned on the gas after going into the 4th quarter of their Week 2 battle with a 46-9 lead. Miami also let Florida A&M score in 3 of 4 quarters.”

Miami vs. Ball State Betting Odds

BetMGM betting lines and odds as of Friday:

Injury updates for Miami vs. Ball State

Miami defensive end Rueben Bain Jr. and defensive back Damari Brown are expected to miss several weeks with soft tissue injuries against Florida. Offensive linemen Ryan Rodriguez and linebacker Jalen Rivers were unable to play in last week’s game against FAMU and remain questionable.

Ball State has three receivers whose participation is questionable: Trey Firestone (knee), Justin Bowick (abdomen) and Ty Robinson (shoulder).

Weather updates for Miami vs. FAMU

Weather.com is predicting 31 degrees with isolated thunderstorms for kickoff in Miami Gardens. Winds are expected to be southwest at 5-10 mph. The forecast calls for a 60-70% chance of rain from kickoff until 7 p.m.

• August 31: in Florida (P, 41-17)

• September 7: against Florida A&M (S 56-9)

• September 14: vs. Ball State, 3:30 p.m.

• September 21: at USF

• September 27: vs. Virginia Tech, 7:30 p.m.

• October 5: in California

• October 12: Open

• October 19: in Louisville

• October 26: against Florida State

• November 2: against Duke

• November 9: at Georgia Tech

• 16 November: Open

• November 23: against Wake Forest

• 30 November: in Syracuse

• Record: 2:0

Ball State Football Schedule 2024

• September 7: against Missouri State (W 42-34)

• September 14: in Miami, 3:30 p.m.

• September 21: in Central Michigan

• September 28: at James Madison

• October 5: against Western Michigan

• October 12: at Kent State

• October 19: at Vanderbilt, 7 p.m.

• October 26: against Northern Illinois, 3:30 p.m.

• November 2nd: Open

• November 5: vs. Miami (Ohio)

• November 12: in Buffalo, 7 p.m.

• November 23: against Bowling Green

• November 29: in Ohio

• Record: 1:0

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This article originally appeared in Treasure Coast Newspapers: Miami vs Ball State College Football Score Updates