- Matchup: Akron Zips vs Toledo Rockets
- Event Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025
- Venue: Glass Bowl, Toledo, OH
- Broadcast: ESPN+
- Betting Line: Rockets favored by 20.5 points
- Total Points Line: 48.5
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The Toledo Rockets (2-2) host the Akron Zips (1-3) this Saturday, September 27, 2025, at the Glass Bowl. Toledo kicks off this matchup as 20.5-point favorites, with the over/under set at 48.5.
The Akron Zips come into this game with a 1-3 record this season. In their last contest, they faced the Duquesne Dukes and secured a convincing victory, winning 51-7. Akron executed 35 rushing plays, amassing 265 yards, averaging 7.6 yards per carry. The Zips completed 67 plays for a total of 514 yards. Defensively, they allowed 9 completions on 25 attempts, yielding 52 yards and a completion rate of 36.0%. On the ground, Akron permitted 178 yards over 40 carries, averaging 4.5 yards against.
In terms of scoring, the Zips are averaging 19.8 points per game. As a unit, they accumulate 156.5 yards rushing per game, currently ranking 75th in Division 1 football. Throughout the season, they have managed a total of 1,358 yards. In the red zone, Akron has secured 4 touchdowns through the air and 4 on the ground, along with 73 first downs to date, offset by 17 penalties totaling 138 yards. They have turned the ball over on three occasions.
Defensively, Akron ranks 106th in the nation in points allowed, conceding an average of 29.0 points per game. They allow about 4.6 yards per carry and give up 164.5 rushing yards each contest, amassing a total of 658 rushing yards this season. Through the air, the Zips have been less successful, surrendering 1,147 passing yards, placing them 130th in the nation. They average 286.8 yards given up through the pass while allowing a completion percentage of 62.0%. Overall, they give up 451.3 yards per game, ranking them 127th in Division 1, and have permitted 7 passing touchdowns and 7 rushing touchdowns.
The Toledo Rockets enter this game with a 2-2 record on the season. In their previous game, they faced off against the Western Michigan Broncos and fell short with a narrow score of 14-13. The Rockets’ run defense allowed 37 carries for 90 yards, averaging just 2.4 yards per rush. On the passing front, their defense registered a completion rate of 48.5%, giving up 201 yards on 16 completions out of 33 attempts. Toledo managed a total offense of 280 yards over 72 plays, averaging 3.9 yards per play. Their rushing attack averaged 4.5 yards per carry, finishing with 191 yards on 42 carries.
In terms of scoring ability, the Rockets rank 53rd in Division 1, averaging 33.5 points per game. They generate an average of 418.5 yards of offense per game, positioning them 57th in college football. Toledo has accumulated 284 yards in penalties over 32 infractions, placing them 16th in the nation for penalties that aid opponents’ drives. This season, they have thrown 4 interceptions while having 1 fumble recovered by the opposing team, along with recording 85 first downs. Through the air, the Rockets have amassed a total of 857 passing yards, averaging 214.3 yards each game, which ranks them 82nd nationally. Their rushing attack has produced 817 total yards, with an average of 204.3 yards per game.
Defensively, Toledo has surrendered 405 rushing yards (101.3 yards per game) and 6 rushing touchdowns this season. They have allowed 2 passing touchdowns and an average of 145.0 yards per game through the air, ranking them 18th in Division 1. Overall, they have conceded 59 points this season. The Rockets’ defense has also produced 5 fumbles and 3 interceptions. Their defensive unit has been on the field for 251 plays, placing them 70th in the country. Toledo allows an average of 14.8 points per game, ranking them 25th in the nation.
Who will come out on top in this exciting Zips versus Rockets college football clash?
Prediction: Choose the Rockets -20.5
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