Akron Zips vs. Kentucky Wildcats: 2023 Week 3 Recap

Quick answer

Kentucky Wildcats defeated Akron Zips 35–3 in Week 3, 2023. Final score: Akron Zips 3, Kentucky Wildcats 35.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Akron Zips	0	0	3	0	3
Kentucky Wildcats	6	6	6	12	35

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Devin Leary (Kentucky) — 307.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.31 EPA/play +7.98 EPA
• Jeff Undercuffler Jr. (Akron) — 41.0 yds · -0.02 EPA/play -0.14 EPA
• Kaiya Sheron (Kentucky) — 0.0 yds · -1.23 EPA/play -1.23 EPA

Rushing

• DJ Irons (Akron) — 50.0 yds +0.39 EPA
• Ray Davis (Kentucky) — 72.0 yds · 1 TD +0.25 EPA
• Lorenzo Lingard (Akron) — 30.0 yds -0.00 EPA

Receiving

• Daniel George (Akron) — 6 rec · 36.0 yds +0.09 EPA
• Tayvion Robinson (Kentucky) — 5 rec · 86.0 yds +1.61 EPA
• Jasaiah Gathings (Akron) — 5 rec · 43.0 yds +0.65 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Devin Leary	Kentucky	26	57.7%	307	3	+0.31	+7.98
Jeff Undercuffler Jr.	Akron	8	75.0%	41	0	-0.02	-0.14
Kaiya Sheron	Kentucky	1	0.0%	0	0	-1.23	-1.23
DJ Irons	Akron	38	60.5%	110	0	-0.47	-18.02

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Akron	Kentucky
Plays	66	48
EPA / play	-0.217	+0.238
Total EPA	-14.33	+11.44
Success rate	40.9%	45.8%
Pass EPA / play	-0.395	+0.250
Rush EPA / play	+0.191	+0.223
Yards	240	450

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Kentucky	7	75	+6.17	Pass TD
Q1	Akron	3	-1	-3.09	Punt
Q1	Kentucky	6	-3	-6.99	Punt
Q1	Akron	5	24	-0.65	Punt
Q1	Kentucky	6	81	-1.50	Fumble
Q2	Akron	13	55	+0.81	Missed FG
Q2	Kentucky	9	60	+4.75	Pass TD
Q2	Akron	1	0	0.00	Ended
Q3	Akron	5	23	-0.97	Punt
Q3	Kentucky	5	14	-2.97	Interception
Q3	Akron	8	32	-0.85	Field goal
Q3	Kentucky	4	81	+5.67	Pass TD
Q3	Akron	3	-3	-3.49	Punt
Q4	Kentucky	3	73	+4.59	Rush TD
Q4	Akron	9	20	-4.41	Missed FG
Q4	Kentucky	4	13	-1.89	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Kentucky Wildcats · Devin Leary pass to Ray Davis for a touchdown (58 yards) (+5.7 EPA)
2. Q2 · Kentucky Wildcats · Devin Leary pass to Tayvion Robinson for a touchdown (22 yards) (+4.77 EPA)
3. Q4 · Kentucky Wildcats · Ray Davis rushes 55 yards for a touchdown (+4.08 EPA)
4. Q4 · Akron Zips · Field goal missed (-3.41 EPA)
5. Q3 · Kentucky Wildcats · Devin Leary pass intercepted (-3.29 EPA)
6. Q1 · Kentucky Wildcats · Devin Leary pass to Ray Davis for 39 yards (1st & 10) (+2.98 EPA)
7. Q3 · Akron Zips · DJ Irons sacked for a loss of 9 yards (3rd & 4) (-2.73 EPA)
8. Q2 · Akron Zips · DJ Irons pass to Daniel George for 19 yards (2nd & 15) (+2.64 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Kentucky Wildcats controlled the final (35–3) in Week 3.
• Passing edge: Devin Leary (Kentucky) — 307.0 yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: Kentucky at 0.238 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 Kentucky Wildcats?

Akron Zips 3, Kentucky Wildcats 35 in Week 3 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Akron Zips vs Kentucky Wildcats?

Kentucky Wildcats won with a final score of 3–35.

Where can I find the Akron Zips vs Kentucky Wildcats box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401520228.

Who led Akron Zips vs Kentucky Wildcats in passing?

Devin Leary (Kentucky) led passers with 307.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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