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Game time: September 28, 2024 at 3:30 PM ET

Venue: Peden Stadium — Athens, OH

Article updated Sep 25, 9:21 PM EDT

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

On September 28, 2024, the Akron Zips will face off against the Ohio Bobcats at Peden Stadium in Athens, Ohio. Both teams are looking to bounce back from recent losses and

Game outlook

On September 28, 2024, the Akron Zips will face off against the Ohio Bobcats at Peden Stadium in Athens, Ohio. Both teams are looking to bounce back from recent losses and secure a crucial win to improve their season outlook. With young talent on both sides, fans can expect an intense battle. The game will be broadcast on ESPN+ and can be streamed live on the platform. Ohio is currently favored to win by 12.25 points.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Zips +370 | Bobcats -500

Spread: Zips +12.25 (-110) | Bobcats -12.25 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 46 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Ohio will win straight-up is 83%.

Akron Zips

Akron suffered a tough 50-7 defeat against South Carolina, dropping their record to 1-3 while the Gamecocks improved to 3-1. Despite the loss, junior Ben Finley led the offense with 110 passing yards and a touchdown pass to Adrian Norton. The defense recorded a season-high 75 tackles, with senior Antavious Fish and junior Bryan McCoy leading with eight tackles each. Akron's struggles have continued into the 2024 season, with their only win coming against Colgate. As they prepare to face Ohio, Finley and Norton will need to step up, while the defense aims to improve against an offense that has been scoring heavily against them. The team will be without key players D. David, M. Walker, and S. Cooper. With a power ranking of 130, Akron is currently ranked 116 in offense, 126 in defense, and are 1-3 this season.

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Ohio Bobcats Analysis

The Ohio Bobcats recently concluded their non-conference play with a challenging loss to the Kentucky Wildcats. Redshirt junior Nick Poulos made his debut as a starter, with redshirt freshman Rickey Hunt Jr. scoring Ohio's only touchdown. Despite the loss, the team is looking to regroup as they prepare to kick off Mid-American Conference play against in-state rival Akron. Coach Tim Albin aims to improve the team's Homecoming record and secure a victory, especially considering Akron's recent defeat to South Carolina. The Bobcats will face challenges due to various injuries, but have a solid opportunity to capitalize on the festive atmosphere and secure a much-needed win for the team and the community. In terms of rankings, Ohio has a power ranking of 73 and is ranked #99 for offense and #68 for defense. Akron has had success in their recent matchups against Ohio, going 3-0 (2-1 ATS).

Ohio Bobcats Start Strong While Akron Zips Struggle in Division 1 Football

The Ohio Bobcats are off to a promising start this season, showcasing an average of 19.0 points per game and a total of 349.3 yards per outing, placing them 100th in Division 1. Despite facing some challenges, such as penalties totaling 192 yards from 20 infractions, the offense has still managed 82 first downs and 682 passing yards, averaging 170.5 yards through the air. The Bobcats also lead with a strong rushing attack, averaging 178.8 yards per game and accumulating 715 total rushing yards. Defensively, the team is focusing on improvement, allowing 26.3 points per game with 1 fumble recovery and 2 interceptions. With their competitive spirit and potential for growth, the Bobcats are formidable opponents this season. In comparison, the Akron Zips are struggling with only 1,054 total yards and a low-scoring offense that ranks 129th in Division 1. Meanwhile, their defense allows an average of 42.8 points per game, placing them at the bottom of the rankings.

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SportsJaw published this archived preview from its original game-day article. Its prediction and quoted lines are preserved as written.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Akron Zips+390 → +280Moved
  • Moneyline · Ohio Bobcats-525 → -350Moved
  • Spread · Akron Zips+12.5 (-110) → +8.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Ohio Bobcats-12.5 (-110) → -8.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over46.5 (-110) → 46.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Under46.5 (-110) → 46.5 (-110)Unchanged

ATS and O/U trends

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

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-09-26T01:21:29.375Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Ohio Bobcats recently concluded their non-conference play with a challenging loss to the Kentucky Wildcats. Redshirt junior Nick Poulos made his debut as a starter, with redshirt freshman Rickey Hunt Jr. scoring Ohio's only touchdown. Despite the loss, the team is looking to regroup as they prepare to kick off Mid-American Conference play against in-state rival Akron. Coach Tim Albin aims to improve the team's Homecoming record and secure a victory, especially considering Akron's recent defeat to South Carolina. The Bobcats will face challenges due to various injuries, but have a solid opportunity to capitalize on the festive atmosphere and secure a much-needed win for the team and the community. In terms of rankings, Ohio has a power ranking of 73 and is ranked #99 for offense and #68 for defense. Akron has had success in their recent matchups against Ohio, going 3-0 (2-1 ATS).

Recent head-to-head

  • 2023-11-24Ohio Bobcats 25 · Akron Zips 14
  • 2022-10-08Akron Zips 34 · Ohio Bobcats 55
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Ohio Bobcats defeated Akron Zips 30-10

Ohio Bobcats defeated Akron Zips 30-10 on September 28, 2024, a 20-point decision in the series. Ohio Bobcats' strongest period was the 4th quarter, when it outscored its opponent 14-0. Against SportsJaw's recorded Akron Zips +8.5 (-110) spread, Ohio Bobcats covered, while the 40 combined points finished under the recorded total of 46.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • IrishblueSpread · Akron Zips +12.5 (-110)Loss
  • 1707662905Spread · Akron Zips +12.5 (-110)Loss
  • MackintoshTotal · Over 46 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioSpread · Ohio Bobcats -9.25 (-110)Win
  • OddssharkSpread · Ohio Bobcats -9.25 (-110)Win
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 47 (-110)Loss