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Marty Whims joins Joe Moorhead for Akron game plan ahead of kickoff

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 12, 2026, 10:07 AM

Last updated Sep 12, 2026

Marty Whims joins Joe Moorhead for Akron game plan ahead of kickoff

Summary

University of Akron football coach Joe Moorhead met with Marty Whims on Friday to review the team’s offensive strategy for the upcoming home opener against Robert Morris. Whims, a longtime season-ticket holder and contest winner, earned the opportunity to participate in the script for the opening offensive series. During the hour-long session at the Akron campus, Moorhead provided an overview of the game plan, film study, and specific formations the Zips intend to use. Whims is also scheduled to appear on ESPN’s College GameDay before joining the team on the sideline for the 3:30 p.m. kickoff at InfoCision Stadium. The promotion serves as part of an Akron marketing initiative aimed at increasing attendance for the 2026 season.

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By the Numbers

•Marty Whims won a random drawing to become the offensive coordinator for the opening series.
•Coach Joe Moorhead met with Whims on September 11 to review offensive plays and game film.
•The Akron Zips face Robert Morris at InfoCision Stadium on September 12 at 3:30 p.m.
•Whims is scheduled for a segment on ESPN's College GameDay prior to the kickoff.

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Akron "Offensive Coordinator of the Game" Marty Whims met with Zips football coach Joe Moorhead. We'll track how the promotion goes vs. Robert Morris.
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