Kent State vs. Akron Short Report | Nov 1, 2023
InfoCision Stadium
Akron, OH
Nov 1, 2023
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Game Recap
The Akron Zips clinched a dramatic 31-27 comeback victory over the Kent State Golden Flashes in a thrilling Mid-American Conference showdown. Kent State started strong, with Tommy Ulatowski scoring three passing touchdowns and one rushing touchdown to give the Golden Flashes a significant lead in the first three quarters. However, Akron dominated the fourth quarter, scoring 21 unanswered points to seal the victory.
Undercuffler Jr. led the Zips' resurgence with two touchdown passes and a game-winning rushing touchdown in the final minute. Akron's defense stepped up in the closing moments, with significant tackles and pressure that stifled Kent State's last-ditch efforts. The Zips' efficient offense and clutch plays secured their victory in front of a home crowd of 8,113 at InfoCision Stadium.
Key Plays:
Tommy Ulatowski (Kent State)
Jeff Undercuffler Jr. (Akron)
Tommy Ulatowski (Kent State)
Owen Wiley (Akron)
Tommy Ulatowski (Kent State)
Tommy Ulatowski (Kent State)
Jeff Undercuffler Jr. (Akron)
Lorenzo Lingard (Akron)
Jeff Undercuffler Jr. (Akron)
Standout Players:
Jeff Undercuffler Jr. (Akron, QB)
Passed for 298 yards and 2 touchdowns, and rushed for the game-winning touchdown.Tommy Ulatowski (Kent State, QB)
Threw for 229 yards and 3 touchdowns, also rushed for another touchdown.Chrishon McCray (Kent State, WR)
Caught 6 passes for 161 yards and 2 touchdowns.Lorenzo Lingard (Akron, RB)
Rushed for 106 yards and 1 touchdown, and had 49 receiving yards.Daniel George (Akron, WR)
Caught 9 passes for 104 yards and 1 touchdown.Owen Wiley (Akron, K)
Scored a crucial 29-yard field goal and made all four extra points.
Team
1
2
3
4
T
Kent State Golden Flashes
6
14
7
0
27
Akron Zips
7
3
0
21
31
