Kent State vs Akron Football: Wagon Wheel Rivalry Recap
The Mid-American Conference rivals, Akron and Kent State, clashed in the traditional Wagon Wheel rivalry game. Kent State emerged victorious with a 42-35 overtime win, reclaiming the Wagon Wheel trophy.
Game Highlights
- Kent State defeated Akron in overtime, ending a two-game losing streak in the rivalry.
- The Zips now lead the all-time series 37-29-2.
- Kent State secured its first road win since November 26, 2022, when it beat Buffalo 30-27 in overtime.
- Kickoff was at 7:33 p.m. between Akron (4-7, 3-4 MAC) and Kent State (4-6, 3-3).
Overtime Drama
Akron failed to score on its overtime possession. On 4th and 4 from the Kent State 19-yard line, Zips quarterback Ben Finley’s pass to tight end Conner Cravaack was incomplete, covered by Flashes safety Derrick Jackson III.
Kent State responded with a 25-yard pass from Dru DeShields to Ardell Banks on the opening play of overtime. Will Hryszko kicked the PAT, sealing the win. Banks was wide open on the right sideline.
"Kent State's direction under new coach reinforced with redemption vs. Akron."
Statistical Note
Despite several statistical advantages, Akron fell to Kent State in overtime.
"More Wagon Wheel: Akron football falls to Kent State in OT despite several statistical advantages."
Author's summary: Kent State’s overtime triumph over Akron in the Wagon Wheel rivalry reaffirmed the team’s resilience and marked a turning point under new leadership.
More News
- UFC 323’s Edson Barboza doesn’t regret featherweight move but ‘I look back and see how sick I was getting’
- Photoshop CS6 tutorial: Color lookup
- The Number Of Jaguar Recalls For 2025 (So Far) May Surprise You
- 10 Best Free and Paid Phone Number Lookup Tools
- Veteran teacher wins six-figure payout after principal falsely quoted him and painted him as racist
- It goes, boys! and Other Great Climbing Quotes
- Quotes of the Day - Insightful Reflections
- BACK IN A BIG WAY — Turner defeats Barboza in round one
- Kayla Harrison is a very interesting case
- Kayla Harrison vs Amanda Leoa: UFC 324 Preview