Akron football announces finalists for offensive coordinator contest
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 10:42 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
The University of Akron football team revealed nine finalists on August 19 for its "Offensive Coordinator of the Game" promotion. This initiative allows a season-ticket holder to help script plays for the opening drive of the team's 2026 home opener against Robert Morris, scheduled for September 12. Athletic director Andrew T. Goodrich announced the finalists during a press conference. The winner, who will be chosen and disclosed on August 25, will collaborate with head coach Joe Moorhead, marking a novel fan engagement effort that has gained significant national attention and sold out stadium suites for the first time.
- •Akron football's home opener is on September 12 against Robert Morris.
- •Nine finalists have been selected for the offensive coordinator contest.
- •The winner will be announced on August 25.
- •The contest has led to record season ticket sales and sold-out suites.
- •Head coach Joe Moorhead will collaborate with the chosen fan.
- 10:42 PMYahoo Sports — Akron football names nine finalists for offensive coordinator contest
"The University of Akron football team has received national attention for letting a season-ticket holder help script plays for the 2026 home opener.
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