College football · Saturday, October 24, 2026
Sacramento State Hornets at Ball State Cardinals: College football start time, rest and research checklist
3:30 PM ET (12:30 PM PT). Game 59 of 97 on the College football slate, with each team's last result, rest and next game.
By DeepChamp research team · Updated · Methods and limitations
Short answer
Sacramento State Hornets played at Ball State Cardinals on Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 3:30 PM ET (12:30 PM PT) in the College football. Final score: Sacramento State Hornets 17, Ball State Cardinals 34. The schedule data shows no unusual rest or back-to-back context for either team. This page covers the schedule and what to check; it carries no odds and no picks.
Final: Sacramento State Hornets 17, Ball State Cardinals 34
The DeepChamp AI app adds line movement, market context and player prop research for this game.
Both teams: last result, rest and next game
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Sacramento State Hornets
Sacramento State Hornets lost at home against Ohio Bobcats 7-48 on Sat, Oct 17. Full days off before this game: 6.
Next on the schedule: home against Kent State Golden Flashes on Fri, Oct 30 at 10:30 PM ET.
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Ball State Cardinals
Ball State Cardinals won on the road at Bowling Green Falcons 32-31 on Sat, Oct 17. Full days off before this game: 6.
Research checklist for Sacramento State Hornets at Ball State Cardinals
College football has large talent gaps, varied schemes and heavy roster turnover, so researching a number means looking at tempo, depth and scheme rather than relying on a short sample of results.
- Check the final injury and availability reports for Sacramento State Hornets and Ball State Cardinals close to the start.
- Confirm quarterback and key-player availability, since depth drops quickly in college football.
- Check pace and the point spread’s size, because large spreads change how often a team passes late.
- Convert any price you are offered to a break-even probability and compare it with your own estimate.
- Write down your reason before you place anything, and decide your unit size in advance.
Questions about this game
What time did Sacramento State Hornets vs Ball State Cardinals start on Sat, Oct 24?
Sacramento State Hornets at Ball State Cardinals was scheduled for 3:30 PM ET (12:30 PM PT) on Saturday, October 24, 2026. It was game 59 of 97 on the College football slate.
What was the score of Sacramento State Hornets at Ball State Cardinals on Sat, Oct 24?
Sacramento State Hornets 17, Ball State Cardinals 34 (final).
When did Sacramento State Hornets last play before this game?
Sacramento State Hornets lost at home against Ohio Bobcats 7-48 on Sat, Oct 17.
When did Ball State Cardinals last play before this game?
Ball State Cardinals won on the road at Bowling Green Falcons 32-31 on Sat, Oct 17.
Is either team on a back-to-back in Sacramento State Hornets vs Ball State Cardinals?
Neither team is playing the second night of a back-to-back based on the schedule we read.
Does this page include odds or picks for Sacramento State Hornets vs Ball State Cardinals?
No. It is a schedule and research page built from game times and rest context. DeepChamp AI is an independent research app, not a sportsbook, and nothing here guarantees a betting outcome. Use the DeepChamp AI app for line movement and player prop research.
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