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Ball State Defeats Akron 42-28 - Recap
Qua Ashley scampered through the Akron defense for 143 yards as Ball State handed the Zips a 42-28 defeat on Saturday at Scheumann Stadium.
Bettors who backed the Cardinals were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +2.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 44.5.
Qua Ashley rushed for 143 yards, while Kiael Kelly added 58 yards in the win. Koby Gross and Drew Cassens added 81 and 37 receiving yards respectively.
Jordan Gant rushed for 94 yards for Akron, while Sean Patrick added 24 yards. Ben Finley threw for 291 yards for the Zips, while receivers Justin Anderson and Israel Polk had 87 and 72 yards respectively.
Ball State was outgained by Akron 419-374 yards in Saturday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 24-17 by the Zips.
Ball State led the time of possession tally, as the game finished as a 30:13-29:47 split in that important category.
Ball State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against NIU. Akron will aim to get back on the winning track at Buffalo.