Ball State faces Liberty on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Williams Stadium (VA), Lynchburg, VA. Kickoff is scheduled for 4:00 PM ET. The game airs on ESPN+. Below is a factual Week 3 college football matchup preview with current odds where available, including point spread, moneyline, over/under, venue, and broadcast information. Lines may move before kickoff.
Ball State vs Liberty odds and betting lines
| Matchup detail | Line / info |
|---|---|
| Records | Ball State 1-1 · Liberty 1-1 |
| Point spread | LIB -14 |
| Moneyline | Ball State +500 · Liberty -700 |
| Over/under | 49.5 |
| Location | Williams Stadium (VA), Lynchburg, VA |
| Date | Saturday, September 19, 2026 |
| Kickoff time | 4:00 PM ET |
| TV channel | ESPN+ |
Odds: DraftKings lines reported via ESPN around research time. Lines may move before kickoff.
How to watch Ball State vs Liberty
- Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
- Time: 4:00 PM ET
- Venue: Williams Stadium (VA), Lynchburg, VA
- TV: ESPN+
Ball State preview
Ball State (1-1) visits Liberty on Saturday, September 19, 2026. Ball State lists head coach Mike Uremovich. Early watch items include Week 3 identity, explosive-play balance, and matching the opponent’s tempo in an ESPN+ window.
Liberty preview
Liberty (1-1) hosts at Williams Stadium (VA). Liberty lists head coach Jamey Chadwell. Home-field framing, early-season continuity, and situational football are the factual focus points for this Week 3 preview.