Luster throws 2-point conversion in OT to give Ball State a wild 32-31 win over Bowling Green

In a thrilling conclusion to their matchup, Ball State secured a dramatic 32-31 victory over Bowling Green in overtime on Saturday. Quarterback Keldric Luster found wide receiver Alex Scherle on a crucial 2-point conversion, propelling his team to the top of the scoreboard. Ball State (2-5, 1-2 Mid-American Conference) had not won a road game in over two years, a span of 14 games, but their resiliency shone through.

The Cardinals initiated overtime with Austyn Dendy's 4-yard touchdown run, followed by TJ Horton's 1-yard scoring play. Bowling Green responded with a 17-point drive in the final minute of regulation, tying the game with 1:12 remaining when Jay Kastantin connected with Eli Jacon-Duffy on a 6-yard touchdown pass.

With less than a minute left, Luster led a seven-play, 78-yard drive, culminating in a play-action pass to Eli Hohlt down the right sideline. As the ball was snapped with five seconds remaining, Bowling Green's defense lined up sixth deep on the goal line. Luster found success both in the air and on the ground, finishing the game 16-of-24 for 195 yards and adding 125 yards and a touchdown on the ground himself.

Horton contributed 86 yards rushing and two touchdowns, while Kastantin threw for 215 yards and two touchdowns. Ball State will host Sacramento State in their next game on Saturday.