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Ball State and Buffalo football game delayed by lightning

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 12, 2026, 12:32 AM

Last updated Nov 12, 2026

Ball State and Buffalo football game delayed by lightning
Summary

The MACtion football game between Ball State and Buffalo is currently delayed due to lightning detected near Scheumann Stadium. The kickoff, originally scheduled for 7:35 p.m. ET, was pushed back approximately 25 minutes after the lightning alert was issued at 7:10 p.m. ET. NCAA rules mandate a 30-minute delay when lightning is detected, with the timer resetting for each new strike. Ball State is looking to recover from a recent overtime loss, while Buffalo aims to secure a win to maintain its MAC Championship hopes. Updates will follow regarding any additional delays.

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  • •Ball State faces Buffalo in a Mid-American Conference matchup.
  • •Kickoff delay initiated at 7:10 p.m. ET due to lightning.
  • •Teams aimed for a new kickoff time of 7:45 p.m. ET.
  • •Ball State is coming off a tough overtime loss against UMass.
  • •Buffalo is competing for a spot in the MAC Championship.
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Ball State and Buffalo football's MACtion game is in a lightning delay. Here's what we know right now.

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