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Kent State Golden Flashes vs Akron Zips Recap - Golden Flashes Win 42-35
Dru DeShields sliced and diced the Zips defense for 317 yards as Kent State handed Akron a 42-35 defeat on Tuesday at InfoCision Stadium-Summa Health Field.
Bettors who backed the Golden Flashes were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +7.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 49.0.
Dru DeShields completed 17 of 25 pass attempts for 317 yards for the Golden Flashes in the win.
Jordan Gant rushed for 96 yards for Akron, while Sean Patrick added 8 yards. Ben Finley threw for 424 yards for the Zips, while receivers Marcel Williams and Israel Polk had 206 and 67 yards respectively.
Akron outgained Kent State 530-374 yards in the game, while the battle of first downs was won 32-14 by the Zips.
Kent State lost the time of possession battle 38:40-21:20, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.
Kent State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Central Michigan. Akron will aim to get back on the winning track at Bowling Green.