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Riley Neal ready to lead Ball State offense into 2016 season

Riley Neal couldn't end on that one.

Nine days separate Ball State from the 2016 season opener against Georgia State, but that didn't stop the Cardinals' sophomore quarterback from getting some extra work in after practice on Aug. 23.

"Throw it back," Neal said after he left a touch pass short of the goal line, causing receiver Cywettnie Brown to break stride in order to make the catch. The next pass? Perfect.

Games played: 11

Passing yards: 2,276

Touchdown passes: 16

Interceptions: 6

Rushing yards: 399

After starting nine games as a true freshman a year ago, Neal is atop the depth chart following the team's fall camp.