Akron Zips suffer setback at Miami in MAC matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 2:39 AM
Last updated Oct 18, 2026

The Akron Zips fell to the Miami RedHawks 34-14 in a Mid-American Conference game on October 17 in Oxford, Ohio. After an initial touchdown drive, Akron struggled, as Miami scored 27 consecutive points. The Zips managed 234 passing yards but were hindered by four interceptions thrown by Brayden Roggow, which resulted in three touchdowns for Miami. Rodney Nelson led Miami's rushing attack with 144 yards and two touchdowns. Akron's next game is against Kent on October 24.
- •Akron scored first but allowed 27 unanswered points
- •Roggow threw for 234 yards but four interceptions
- •Miami rushed for 324 yards, Nelson leading with 144 yards
- •Akron's next game is against Kent on October 24
- 2:39 AMYahoo Sports — Akron Zips football score at Miami. Turnovers cost Zips in MAC loss
"The Akron Zips faltered after an impressive opening drive and lost at the Miami RedHawks in a Mid-American Conference game on Saturday, Oct. 17.
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