Auburn vs. Ball State: How to watch, odds, injuries, weather, announcers, and series history

Aug 29, 2025; Waco, Texas, USA; Baylor Bears quarterback Sawyer Robertson (13) has his pass deflected by Auburn Tigers defensive end Keldric Faulk (15) during the second half at McLane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
Aug 29, 2025; Waco, Texas, USA; Baylor Bears quarterback Sawyer Robertson (13) has his pass deflected by Auburn Tigers defensive end Keldric Faulk (15) during the second half at McLane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images | Chris Jones-Imagn Images

Auburn takes the field at Jordan-Hare Stadium for the first time in the 2025 college football season as the Tigers host Ball State.

Hugh Freeze and his squad walked out of McClane Stadium last Friday with a 38-24 victory over Baylor as quarterback Jackson Arnold rushed for 137 yards and two touchdowns, while Damari Alston and Jeremiah Cobb both added a score.

The Cardinals are 0-1 on the season after getting shut out in a 31-0 loss at Purdue in Week 1.

How to watch Auburn vs. Ball State in Week 2

  • Date: Saturday, September 6
  • Time: 6:30 pm CT
  • Venue: Jordan-Hare Stadium
  • How to Watch (TV): ESPNU
  • Streaming: ESPN.com
  • Auburn record: 1-0
  • Ball State record: 0-1

Auburn vs. Ball State odds, spread and total

Odds provided by FanDuel.com

Spread

  • Auburn -43.5

Money Line

  • Auburn -110

Total

  • 53.5 (over -115, under -105)

Auburn injury report

  • Champ Anthony, S: Out (Thumb)
  • Damari Alston, RB: Questionable (Shoulder)

Ball State injury report

• None

ESPNU announcers for Auburn vs. Ball State

ESPN has announced that Lowell Galindo, Aaron Murray, and Lauren Sisler will be on the call from Jordan-Hare Stadium.

Weather forecast in Auburn

Temperatures are expected to drop from the low-90s during the day to the 70s as the night continues.

Auburn and Ball State series history

Auburn all-time record vs. Baylor: 3-0

Last meeting, 2008 Auburn 54-30 at Jordan-Hare Stadium

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