Akron Zips vs. Eastern Michigan Eagles: 2023 Week 12 Recap

Quick answer

Eastern Michigan Eagles defeated Akron Zips 30–27 in Week 12, 2023. Final score: Akron Zips 27, Eastern Michigan Eagles 30.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Akron Zips	0	12	0	3	27
Eastern Michigan Eagles	0	12	0	3	30

Stars of the game

Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.

Passing

• Jeff Undercuffler Jr. (Akron) — 177.0 yds · +0.47 EPA/play +9.48 EPA
• Austin Smith (Eastern Michigan) — 185.0 yds · +0.03 EPA/play +0.74 EPA
• Tahj Bullock (Akron) — 17.0 yds · -0.10 EPA/play -0.38 EPA

Rushing

• Lorenzo Lingard (Akron) — 75.0 yds · 1 TD -0.06 EPA
• Jaylon Jackson (Eastern Michigan) — 46.0 yds -0.09 EPA
• Samson Evans (Eastern Michigan) — 40.0 yds · 2 TD +0.32 EPA

Receiving

• Tanner Knue (Eastern Michigan) — 7 rec · 83.0 yds +0.21 EPA
• Jasaiah Gathings (Akron) — 6 rec · 62.0 yds +0.40 EPA
• Hamze El-Zayat (Eastern Michigan) — 5 rec · 86.0 yds +0.73 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Jeff Undercuffler Jr.	Akron	20	70.0%	177	0	+0.47	+9.48
Austin Smith	Eastern Michigan	30	53.3%	185	0	+0.03	+0.74
Tahj Bullock	Akron	4	75.0%	17	0	-0.10	-0.38

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Akron	Eastern Michigan
Plays	61	57
EPA / play	+0.112	+0.002
Total EPA	+6.83	+0.13
Success rate	37.7%	36.8%
Pass EPA / play	+0.379	+0.025
Rush EPA / play	-0.061	-0.023
Yards	300	279

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Eastern Michigan	9	32	-0.81	Punt
Q1	Akron	9	26	-0.42	Punt
Q1	Eastern Michigan	3	3	-3.22	Punt
Q1	Akron	11	58	+4.48	Rush TD
Q2	Eastern Michigan	12	80	+5.02	Rush TD
Q2	Akron	8	77	+6.17	Rush TD
Q2	Eastern Michigan	8	35	+1.87	Rush TD
Q2	Akron	1	-3	0.00	Ended
Q3	Akron	2	-3	-2.42	Punt
Q3	Eastern Michigan	7	32	-0.70	Missed FG
Q3	Akron	6	23	-1.69	Punt
Q3	Eastern Michigan	5	28	-1.46	Punt
Q3	Akron	15	68	-0.07	Field goal
Q4	Eastern Michigan	3	3	-1.44	Punt
Q4	Akron	8	57	+0.78	Punt
Q4	Eastern Michigan	10	66	+0.87	Field goal

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Akron Zips · Jeff Undercuffler Jr. pass to Lorenzo Lingard for 22 yards (4th & 8) (+3.5 EPA)
2. Q3 · Eastern Michigan Eagles · Austin Smith pass to Tanner Knue for 34 yards (2nd & 8) (+3.42 EPA)
3. Q2 · Akron Zips · Jeff Undercuffler Jr. pass to Daniel George for 46 yards (3rd & 10) (+3.4 EPA)
4. Q1 · Eastern Michigan Eagles · Samson Evans rushes for 9 yards (4th & 1) (+3.02 EPA)
5. Q4 · Akron Zips · Jeff Undercuffler Jr. pass to Jasaiah Gathings for 31 yards (3rd & 15) (+2.76 EPA)
6. Q3 · Eastern Michigan Eagles · Austin Smith sacked for a loss of 13 yards (2nd & 7) (-2.72 EPA)
7. Q2 · Akron Zips · Lorenzo Lingard rushes 7 yards for a touchdown (+2.71 EPA)
8. Q3 · Akron Zips · Jeff Undercuffler Jr. pass to Daniel George for 15 yards (3rd & 5) (+2.46 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Eastern Michigan Eagles controlled the final (30–27) in Week 12.
• Passing edge: Jeff Undercuffler Jr. (Akron) — 177.0 yds.
• EPA edge: Akron at 0.112 EPA/play.
• Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Akron Zips vs Eastern Michigan Eagles?

Akron Zips 27, Eastern Michigan Eagles 30 in Week 12 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Akron Zips vs Eastern Michigan Eagles?

Eastern Michigan Eagles won with a final score of 27–30.

Where can I find the Akron Zips vs Eastern Michigan Eagles box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401532445.

Who led Akron Zips vs Eastern Michigan Eagles in passing?

Jeff Undercuffler Jr. (Akron) led passers with 177.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Akron Zips at Eastern Michigan Eagles in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.