Q&A with Ball State beat writer Ben Breiner

[Harry]

Joining us today on the blog is Ben Breiner, who covers Ball State for The Star Press in Muncie, Ind. The paper is the go-to place to catch up on what is going on with the Cardinals. You can find his work that appears in the paper on its website here. You can also follow him on Twitter

Brian provided us a couple of real good news tidbits in this Q&A that he also covered in the paper, including the fact that star running back Jahwan Edwards remains questionable for Saturday’s game after missing the Cardinals win over Army, a story he covered in the paper.

Do you think the heat affects Ball State? It’s supposed to be about 95.

I can’t see how that doesn’t have some effect, especially since the temperature was only 82 at kickoff last week with what I assume will be comparable humidity. Cardinals coach Pete Lembo sounded a bit concerned about that aspect during his weekly press conference. It will certainly force Ball State to use their depth on defense. That’s an area the staff has focused on since it arrived, and while that depth is one the younger side, it’s certainly there more than in past seasons.

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[Harry]

starting tailback Jahwan Edwards is questionable and the young offensive line is still finding its way.

[Christopher Walker]

"disadvantageous downs"

That's the perfect term for the situation our offense is in over and over again.

Edited September 12, 2013 by Christopher Walker

[PlummMeanGreen]

I think the the latest weather forecasts for Saturday is the low 90's. Much of the game could be played in the mid to late 80's, though, since our hottest temps of the day don't max out until about 5 PM.

IMHO, weather will not be a factor in this game.

I would also wonder if Ball State has any key injuries?. Will their most famous alum, ie, Dave Letterman be at Apogee this Saturday, too? If so, should we leave him a ticket at Will Call?