- Game: NIU Huskies vs Akron Zips
- Date: Saturday, October 7, 2023
- Location: InfoCision Stadium in Akron, OH
- TV: ESPN+
- Odds/Point Spread: Zips (+3)
- Total/Over-Under: 47.5
Get ready for an exciting match as the Akron Zips (1-4) battle the NIU Huskies (1-4) at InfoCision Stadium in Akron, OH on Saturday, October 7, 2023. The Zips are coming in as 3-point underdogs, with the total set at 47.5.
Northern Illinois @ Akron Odds
Moneyline
Northern Illinois -200
Akron +170
Northern Illinois @ Akron
Point Spread
Northern Illinois -5.0 (-110)
Akron 5.0 (-110)
Northern Illinois @ Akron
Total
Over 44.0 (-110)
Under 44.0 (-110)
Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
The NIU Huskies have had a challenging season with a 1-4 record. In their last game against the Toledo Rockets, they suffered a close defeat with a final score of 35-33. Quarterback Rocky Lombardi showed an impressive performance, completing 21 out of 31 passes for 258 yards and 2 touchdowns. The rushing duties were led by Antario Brown, who gained 152 yards on 16 carries. The Huskies accumulated a total of 444 yards on 63 plays. On defense, they allowed 281 passing yards and 261 rushing yards to the Rockets. Overall, the Huskies have been averaging 19.2 points per game and have gained 1,586 total yards this season.
The Zips, with a record of 1-4, are coming off a tough loss against the Buffalo Bulls with a score of 13-10. Quarterback Demarcus Irons Jr. had a decent performance, completing 19 out of 26 passes for 136 yards and 1 touchdown. Lorenzo Lingard contributed 47 rushing yards on 9 carries. Despite the loss, the Zips showed resilience and gained 253 yards on 55 plays. Defensively, they allowed 142 passing yards and 112 rushing yards to the Bulls. The Zips’ offense has been averaging 17.0 points per game and has gained a total of 1,008 yards this season.
With both teams hungry for a win, it will be an exciting matchup to bet on.
The Pick: take the Zips (+3)
