ncaaf Game Recap
Akron Zips vs Buffalo Bulls Wrap - Akron Wins 24-16
The Zips were Week 9 winners on Saturday, coming out on top of the Bulls by a score of 24-16 at UB Stadium.
Bettors who backed the Zips were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +10.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 49.0.
Jordan Gant rushed for 92 yards, while Ben Finley added 12 yards in the win. Marcel Williams and Israel Polk added 74 and 67 receiving yards respectively.
Al-Jay Henderson rushed for 67 yards for Buffalo, while Victor Snow added 25 yards. Ta'Quan Roberson threw for 266 yards for the Bulls, while receivers Nik McMillan and Victor Snow had 177 and 56 yards respectively.
Akron lost the offensive yardage battle to Buffalo 357-325 yards in Saturday's game. Buffalo had more first downs as that total ended up 19-18.
The time of possession battle favored Akron as their offense was on the field for 30:22, longer than the 29:38 of their opponents.
Next game, Akron takes its act home to face Massachusetts looking for another win. For Buffalo, they head on the road to face Bowling Green.