- Matchup: Akron Zips vs Buffalo Bulls
- Scheduled Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025
- Venue: UB Stadium, Buffalo, NY
- Broadcast: ESPN+
- Betting Odds: Buffalo Bulls favored by 9.0 points
- Total Points Over/Under: 47.5
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The Buffalo Bulls (4-3) are set to host the Akron Zips (2-6) at UB Stadium on Saturday, October 25, 2025. Akron enters this game as underdogs by 9.0 points, with the total points set at 47.5.
The Akron Zips arrive with a season record of 2-6. Their most recent game ended in a defeat against the Ball State Cardinals, with a final score of 42-28. The Zips struggled at the line of scrimmage, allowing 216 yards on 45 carries, averaging 4.8 yards per rush. Defensively, they gave up 11 completions on 20 attempts for 158 yards, resulting in a completion rate of 55.0%. On offense, Akron managed 75 plays for a total of 419 yards, rushing 35 times for 128 yards, averaging 3.7 yards per carry.
In terms of scoring, the Akron Zips average 18.1 points per game and rank 99th nationally with an average of 129.1 rushing yards per game. This season, they have accumulated a total of 2,601 yards, scoring 12 touchdowns through the air and 4 on the ground. Akron has recorded 145 first downs while being penalized 47 times for 357 yards and committing 8 turnovers.
On the defensive side, Akron has surrendered 1,937 passing yards, ranking them 130th in college football. They allow 242.1 yards per game via the pass with a completion rate against them of 62.0%. Overall, they are giving up 430.1 yards per contest, positioning them 122nd in national rankings. The Zips have allowed 12 passing touchdowns and 17 rushing touchdowns, with opponents averaging 4.9 yards per carry and 188.0 rushing yards per game this season. Their scoring defense ranks them 111th in Division 1, allowing 30.6 points per game.
The Buffalo Bulls come in with a record of 4-3 this season. Their latest match ended in a 28-21 victory over the UMass Minutemen. The Bulls recorded 475 yards on offense, running 85 plays with an average of 5.6 yards per play. Buffalo managed 72 rushing yards on 30 carries, averaging 2.4 yards per carry, while their defense ceded 187 rushing yards on 44 attempts, allowing 4.3 yards per carry. Through the air, Buffalo’s defense held opponents to a 42.9% completion rate, yielding 119 yards on 6 completions from 14 attempts.
Regarding scoring efficiency, the Bulls are currently ranked 87th in college football with an average of 25.6 points per game. They accumulate an average of 367.7 yards per game, ranking them 81st nationally. The Buffalo offense has incurred 304 yards in penalties across 37 infractions, placing them 103rd in Division 1 for penalty yards. The Bulls have thrown 4 interceptions and lost 3 fumbles, achieving 144 first downs so far. This season, Buffalo has amassed 1,511 passing yards and averages 215.9 passing yards per game, ranking them 86th. Their ground game averages 151.9 yards per game with a total of 1,063 rushing yards so far.
Defensively, Buffalo has given up 1,043 rushing yards (149.0 yards per game) and 9 rushing touchdowns this season. They have allowed 10 passing touchdowns, surrendering 189.7 yards per game, which has them ranked 34th nationally. Overall, they have allowed 149 points this season. The defense also has 3 recoveries of fumbles and 2 interceptions. With 497 plays run against them, they rank 114th in Division 1, allowing an average of 21.3 points per game, placing them 45th in college football.
Who will come out on top in this matchup between the Zips and Bulls against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on the Bulls -9.0
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