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Akron football news
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The gist
Akron hosts Robert Morris Saturday at 3:30 p.m. ET at InfoCision Stadium after a 38-16 loss.
The home opener is a chance to rebound, with Akron favored by 27.5 points.
Background
Akron opened its 2026 season on the road and lost 38-16 to Wake Forest, trailing 28-3 at halftime. Robert Morris, an FCS program, is 2-0 after beating Division II West Virginia State 29-9. The Zips went 5-7 overall and 4-4 in MAC play in 2025.
How it unfolded
- 2025 seasonAkron finished 5-7 overall and 4-4 in Mid-American Conference play.
- Week 1, 2026Akron lost 38-16 at Wake Forest, down 28-3 at halftime.
- Sep 5, 2026Robert Morris beat Division II West Virginia State 29-9 in its home opener.
- Sep 12, 2026Akron hosts Robert Morris at 3:30 p.m. ET at InfoCision Stadium-Summa Field for its home opener.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- Yahoo Sports' preview notes Akron enters as a 27.5-point favorite and points to the Zips' struggles, including no sacks against Wake Forest.
- Caution
- The same preview describes Akron's Week 1 loss as grim and notes the team is looking to turn things around after starting on the road.
Still unverified
A Sports Illustrated piece describes a 'lovably bonkers publicity stunt' involving a guest offensive coordinator, Marty Whims II, but provides no confirmed details; the nature and status of this arrangement are unverified.