#9
Bodie Derrer
Returning to Ball State for 2026
Fr. · Arcadia, Ind. → Hamilton Heights HS
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Bodie Derrer
Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
How he plays
2026 Outlook
Ball State
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Quarterback · Ball State
Returning around him
- 8% of 2024 offensive production back (Heavy turnover)
- Transfer portal: +6 net (24 in / 18 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
Ball State · Last season: 4-8 · Talent rank #115 · 2026 recruiting class #112
Heisman trajectory
Heisman Trajectory · 2025
Peak #2040
Peaked at #2040 this season.
Background
Redshirt sophomore enters his third year in the Ball State program ... has served as a scout QB the past two seasons ... last name is pronounced like "dare." 2025 (R-Fr.): Did not see game action. 2024 (Fr.): Did not see game action, earned a redshirt year. HIGH SCHOOL: Two-year letterwinner at H...