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Ohio Bobcats up the Ante in MAC clash against Struggling Akron Zips

Game time: November 24, 2023 at 12:00 PM ET

Venue: InfoCision Stadium — Akron, OH

Article updated Nov 19, 5:36 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Ohio Bobcats (8-3, 6-5 ATS, 3-8 O/U) are slated to take on the Akron Zips (2-9, 3-6-2 ATS, 5-6 O/U) in the final regular-season meeting of the Mid-American Conference.

Game outlook

The Ohio Bobcats (8-3, 6-5 ATS, 3-8 O/U) are slated to take on the Akron Zips (2-9, 3-6-2 ATS, 5-6 O/U) in the final regular-season meeting of the Mid-American Conference. Ohio drew a home win against Central Michigan last week, while Akron was defeated narrowly by Eastern Michigan. In the previous season, the Bobcats soundly defeated the Zips by a score of 55-34 at home. Ohio is currently the betting favorite at -14 and the line has yet to move.

Game Info

When: Friday, 11/24/2023 @ 12:00pm EST

Where: Summa Field at InfoCision Stadium Stadium Betting Odds Moneyline: Bobcats -600 | Zips +425

Spread: Bobcats -14 (-110) | Zips +14 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 41 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Ohio will win straight-up is 86%.

Ohio Bobcats

The Ohio Bobcats are situated in second place of the MAC East standings, on the hunt for a third straight win. They recently recorded a 20-10 road win against Buffalo and surpassed the spread in a 34-20 home victory against Central Michigan, improving to 5-2 in MAC play. Offensively, quarterback Kurtis Rourke has recorded 1999 passing yards and a 10:5 TD to INT ratio, and running back Sieh Bangura accumulating 690 rushing yards with 4.5 yards per rush. The receiving group includes Sam Wiglusz with 18 catches in the last three games, and 570 receiving yards in total. Ohio's defence is amongst the top 15 in the country, as they limit opponents to 15.5 points on average, ranking them sixth in the nation. The Bobcats are 8-3 overall and 6-5 ATS. Kurtis with the keeper 🔥 📺 https://t.co/1Aqg7qqje3 | #OUohyeah pic.twitter.com/SgKsfues9P

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Akron Zips Analysis

Offensly, Akron relies on Senior QB Jeff Undercuffler, Jr., who has pass for 1275 yards with 4 TDs and 8 INTs. They also rely heavily on Senior RB Lorenzo Lingard, who has rushed for 612 yards and 4.5 yards per rush. The Zips will look to conclude the season with three wins while benefitting from their pass defense (ranked 18th) and rush defense (ranked 58th). DG takes 🏈 deep into EMU territory.. 46 yards🔥 Focus | Fight | Finish #212Degrees 🌡🔥📈 pic.twitter.com/mBYLDd6jtS

Ohio Bobcats Strengthening Hold on MAC Standings; Akron Struggles to Counter Dominant Pass Defense

The Ohio Bobcats have had success this season and currently sit one game behind Miami Ohio in the MAC standings. With three wins in their last four games, Ohio continues to push for a championship berth. The Bobcats' dominant defensive play, particularly against the pass, is a concern for Akron as they struggle to find success. The Zips have just one conference win on the season and have been outscored by a gap of 19 or more points in three of their last four contests. As they focus on a passing attack, Akron will look to mount a challenge against the Bobcats' ninth-ranked pass defense that is holding opponents to 170 passing yards per game.

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SportsJaw Bobcats vs Zips archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Bobcats vs Zips matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Ohio Bobcats-625 → -710Moved
  • Moneyline · Akron Zips+430 → +520Moved
  • Spread · Ohio Bobcats-14 (-110) → -15.75 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Akron Zips+14 (-110) → +15.75 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over41 (-110) → 41.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under41 (-110) → 41.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Ohio Bobcats
7-2 matchup record · 6-3-1 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Akron Zips
1-9 matchup record · 4-5-1 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2023-11-19T22:36:36.380Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2022-10-08Akron Zips 34 · Ohio Bobcats 55
  • 2021-10-02Ohio Bobcats 34 · Akron Zips 17
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Ohio Bobcats defeated Akron Zips 25-14

Ohio Bobcats defeated Akron Zips 25-14 on November 24, 2023, a 11-point decision in the series. Ohio Bobcats' strongest period was the 3rd quarter, when it outscored its opponent 15-0. Against SportsJaw's recorded Ohio Bobcats -15.75 (-110) spread, Akron Zips covered, while the 39 combined points finished under the recorded total of 41.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • Novacek84Spread · Akron Zips -14 (-110)Win
  • Barry713Spread · Akron Zips +14 (-110)Win
  • PeytoncSpread · Ohio Bobcats -14 (-110)Loss
  • KrockpicksSpread · Akron Zips -14 (-110)Win
  • CoversSpread · Ohio Bobcats -14 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioSpread · Ohio Bobcats -14 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioTotal · Over 41.5 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkSpread · Ohio Bobcats -14 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 41.5 (-110)Loss