Ball State secured a thrilling 17-13 victory over Kent State with quarterback Kiael Kelly's second touchdown pass of the night finding Kameron Anthony for a 29-yard score with just 1:53 remaining. The Cardinals jumped out to an early 10-0 lead before the Golden Flashes fought back to take a 13-10 fourth-quarter advantage on Will Hryszko's 28-yard field goal. DC Pippin contributed a perfect night kicking for the Cardinals, who rallied when it mattered most to claim the midweek MAC triumph at Scheumann Stadium.