Akron Zips vs. Ohio State Buckeyes: 2024 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Ohio State Buckeyes defeated Akron Zips 52–6 in Week 1, 2024. Final score: Akron Zips 6, Ohio State Buckeyes 52.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Akron Zips	3	0	9	6	6
Ohio State Buckeyes	6	9	12	6	52

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Will Howard (Ohio State) — 228.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.37 EPA/play +10.47 EPA
• Brayden Roggow (Akron) — 9.0 yds · +0.94 EPA/play +0.93 EPA
• Devin Brown (Ohio State) — 6.0 yds · -0.23 EPA/play -0.68 EPA

Rushing

• Quinshon Judkins (Ohio State) — 55.0 yds · 1 TD -0.03 EPA
• Tahj Bullock (Akron) — 51.0 yds +0.27 EPA
• TreVeyon Henderson (Ohio State) — 65.0 yds +0.17 EPA

Receiving

• Jeremiah Smith (Ohio State) — 6 rec · 92.0 yds +2.16 EPA
• Carnell Tate (Ohio State) — 4 rec · 58.0 yds +1.02 EPA
• Emeka Egbuka (Ohio State) — 4 rec · 51.0 yds +1.01 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Will Howard	Ohio State	28	60.7%	228	3	+0.37	+10.47
Brayden Roggow	Akron	1	100.0%	9	0	+0.94	+0.93
Devin Brown	Ohio State	3	33.3%	6	0	-0.23	-0.68
Tahj Bullock	Akron	15	60.0%	57	0	-0.32	-4.86
Ben Finley	Akron	17	47.1%	39	0	-0.68	-11.59

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Akron	Ohio State
Plays	62	64
EPA / play	-0.366	+0.246
Total EPA	-22.68	+15.76
Success rate	35.5%	51.6%
Pass EPA / play	-0.672	+0.316
Rush EPA / play	+0.007	+0.181
Yards	243	424

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Ohio State	3	9	-1.16	Punt
Q1	Akron	8	55	+0.86	Field goal
Q1	Ohio State	14	75	+6.17	Pass TD
Q1	Akron	5	9	-2.79	Punt
Q1	Ohio State	6	34	-3.76	Ended
Q2	Akron	2	2	-4.59	Interception
Q2	Ohio State	4	11	-2.43	Field goal
Q2	Akron	3	-3	-2.89	Punt
Q2	Ohio State	9	81	+6.34	Pass TD
Q2	Akron	12	45	-1.69	Ended
Q2	Ohio State	3	13	-0.29	Punt
Q2	Akron	1	2	0.00	Ended
Q3	Akron	10	26	-1.80	Punt
Q3	Ohio State	3	60	+3.94	Rush TD
Q3	Akron	2	0	-1.96	Touchdown
Q3	Akron	6	49	+1.74	Field goal

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Akron Zips · Interception returned for a touchdown (-7.35 EPA)
2. Q3 · Akron Zips · Fumble returned for a touchdown (-4.69 EPA)
3. Q2 · Akron Zips · Ben Finley pass intercepted (-4.07 EPA)
4. Q3 · Akron Zips · Tahj Bullock pass to Jake Newell for 29 yards (3rd & 4) (+3.99 EPA)
5. Q1 · Ohio State Buckeyes · Will Howard pass to Jeremiah Smith for a touchdown (16 yards) (+3.45 EPA)
6. Q3 · Akron Zips · Field goal good from 49 yards (+3.33 EPA)
7. Q1 · Ohio State Buckeyes · Will Howard pass to Jeremiah Smith for 11 yards (3rd & 10) (+3.05 EPA)
8. Q2 · Ohio State Buckeyes · Will Howard — Pass Incompletion (no gain) (-2.82 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Ohio State Buckeyes controlled the final (52–6) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Will Howard (Ohio State) — 228.0 yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: Ohio State at 0.246 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 Ohio State Buckeyes?

Akron Zips 6, Ohio State Buckeyes 52 in Week 1 of the 2024 college football season.

Who won Akron Zips vs Ohio State Buckeyes?

Ohio State Buckeyes won with a final score of 6–52.

Where can I find the Akron Zips vs Ohio State Buckeyes box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401628455.

Who led Akron Zips vs Ohio State Buckeyes in passing?

Will Howard (Ohio State) led passers with 228.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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