Ball State (5-7 in 2022) and Kentucky (7-6 in 2022) had some success last year, but were unable to finish strong, each losing multiple games down the stretch.
Turn the page to 2023 and both programs have optimism that an offseason of portal moves and development will be the difference in a championship run.
We take a look at each squad heading into the contest and offer our prediction.
Game notes
- Time and date: Saturday, September 2nd, 2023 at 12:00 noon ET
- Network: SEC Network (subscription required)
- Location: Kroger Field at Commonwealth Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky.