Date: Tuesday, November 26, 2024
Venue: InfoCision Stadium, Akron, OH
Broadcast: ESPN2
Betting Odds: Akron Zips (+8.5)
Total Points O/U: 50
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The Toledo Rockets, boasting a 7-4 record, are set to visit InfoCision Stadium on November 26, 2024, where they will face off against the Akron Zips (3-8). The Rockets enter this contest as 8.0-point favorites, with the total score expected to be 49 points.
With a season record of 7-4, the Toledo Rockets last played against the Ohio Bobcats, suffering a 24-7 defeat. Defensively, Toledo allowed 238 rushing yards on 54 attempts, giving up an average of 4.4 yards per carry. In the aerial attack, they permitted 11 completions on 19 attempts for 129 yards, achieving a completion rate of 57.9%. Offensively, they managed only 192 total yards across 51 plays, with their rushing game contributing a mere 19 yards on 25 attempts, averaging just 0.8 yards per run.
This season, the Rockets have accumulated 3,913 total yards. In terms of scoring, they have recorded 24 touchdowns through the air and 12 on the ground, with 17 turnovers to date. They have secured 210 first downs and incurred 68 penalties for a total of 592 yards. On average, Toledo’s ground game has gained 113.5 yards per game, ranking them 115th in Division 1. For scoring, they average 27.8 points per game.
Defensively, the Rockets rank 35th in Division 1, allowing only 21.4 points per game. They give up an average of 3.6 yards per rush and 141.0 rushing yards per game, totaling 1,551 rushing yards this season. Through the air, they have conceded 2,345 passing yards, placing them 59th in college football. Allowing an average of 213.2 yards per game through the air, their completion percentage allowed is 58.2%. Overall, they surrender 354.2 total yards per game, ranking 54th in the nation, with 12 passing touchdowns and 13 rushing touchdowns against them.
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The Akron Zips enter this matchup with a 3-8 record. In their previous game, they secured a notable 38-17 victory over the Kent State Golden Flashes. The Zips showcased a strong rushing attack, averaging 6.0 yards per carry, finishing the game with 277 rushing yards on 46 attempts. Overall, they produced 527 total yards with 77 plays, averaging 6.8 yards per play. Defensively, Akron’s pass defense allowed a completion percentage of 60.0%, yielding 229 passing yards on 12 completions out of 20 attempts. Rushing defense was equally effective, conceding only 52 yards on 28 attempts, averaging 1.9 yards per carry.
The Zips are averaging 333.2 yards per game, ranking them 113th in Division 1. Their offense has committed 521 yards of penalties over 69 infractions, ranking 56th nationwide in terms of penalty impact. They average 99.7 rushing yards per game, tallying a total of 1,097 rushing yards this season. Moreover, they have thrown 10 interceptions and allowed opponents to recover 10 fumbles, collecting 198 first downs. Unfortunately, their scoring productivity is subpar as they average just 20.4 points per game, placing them 119th in Division 1. To date, the Zips have accrued 2,569 passing yards with an average of 233.5 yards per game, ranking 60th in the country.
On the defensive side, Akron has yielded a total of 2,024 rushing yards (184.0 yards/game) and 23 rushing touchdowns this season. They have also allowed 22 passing touchdowns and an average of 225.8 passing yards per game, ranking them 80th in college football. This year, they’ve recorded 6 fumbles and 3 interceptions. Akron’s defense has been on the field for 733 plays, positioning them 75th in Division 1. They rank 116th in college football, allowing 33.6 points per game, with a total of 370 points conceded this season.
Free Prediction: Bet on the Toledo Rockets (-8.5)
