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Western Michigan Broncos vs Akron Zips Wrap - Western Michigan Wins 58-13

Akron was unable to slow down D'Wayne Eskridge, who produced 114 receiving yards as the Broncos defeated the Zips 58-13 on Wednesday.

The Broncos were a -20.0-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 52.0.

La'Darius Jefferson rushed for 70 yards, while Sean Tyler added 68 yards in the win. D'Wayne Eskridge and Jaylen Hall added 114 and 68 receiving yards respectively.

Jeremiah Knight rushed for 74 yards for Akron, while Teon Dollard added 67 yards. Zach Gibson threw for 125 yards for the Zips, while receivers Michael Mathison and Nate Stewart had 44 and 29 yards respectively.

Akron lost the offensive yardage battle to Western Michigan 484-256 yards in Wednesday's game. Western Michigan had more first downs as that total ended up 21-15.

Western Michigan led the time of possession tally, as the game finished as a 30:53-29:07 split in that important category.

Western Michigan looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Toledo. Akron will aim to get back on the winning track at Ohio.