Akron Zips vs. Rutgers Scarlet Knights: 2024 Week 2 Recap

Quick answer

Rutgers Scarlet Knights defeated Akron Zips 49–17 in Week 2, 2024. Final score: Akron Zips 17, Rutgers Scarlet Knights 49.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Akron Zips	0	3	6	6	17
Rutgers Scarlet Knights	6	12	12	12	49

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Athan Kaliakmanis (Rutgers) — 231.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.35 EPA/play +8.16 EPA
• Tahj Bullock (Akron) — 2.0 yds · -0.40 EPA/play -1.59 EPA
• Ben Finley (Akron) — 150.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.34 EPA/play -10.45 EPA

Rushing

• Kyle Monangai (Rutgers) — 208.0 yds · 3 TD +0.46 EPA
• Antwan Raymond (Rutgers) — 77.0 yds · 1 TD -0.08 EPA
• Jordon Simmons (Akron) — 109.0 yds · 1 TD +1.24 EPA

Receiving

• Chris Long (Rutgers) — 4 rec · 87.0 yds +1.32 EPA
• Dymere Miller (Rutgers) — 4 rec · 77.0 yds +1.62 EPA
• Jake Newell (Akron) — 4 rec · 18.0 yds -0.14 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Athan Kaliakmanis	Rutgers	23	60.9%	231	3	+0.35	+8.16
Tahj Bullock	Akron	4	75.0%	2	0	-0.40	-1.59
Ben Finley	Akron	31	41.9%	150	1	-0.34	-10.45

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Akron	Rutgers
Plays	58	66
EPA / play	+0.011	+0.292
Total EPA	+0.63	+19.26
Success rate	36.2%	57.6%
Pass EPA / play	-0.344	+0.355
Rush EPA / play	+0.551	+0.258
Yards	325	516

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Rutgers	6	42	-0.36	Interception
Q1	Akron	3	-1	-2.70	Punt
Q1	Rutgers	4	7	-5.66	Ended
Q1	Akron	7	33	-0.37	Missed FG
Q1	Rutgers	6	76	+5.92	Rush TD
Q1	Akron	8	32	-0.59	Punt
Q2	Rutgers	6	20	-0.80	Punt
Q2	Akron	6	26	-1.76	Field goal
Q2	Rutgers	7	73	+5.00	Pass TD
Q2	Akron	4	15	-0.72	Punt
Q2	Rutgers	9	68	+3.64	Rush TD
Q2	Akron	1	-2	-0.63	Ended
Q3	Akron	8	75	+7.38	Pass TD
Q3	Rutgers	12	75	+5.36	Rush TD
Q3	Akron	3	5	-2.51	Punt
Q3	Rutgers	2	62	+3.81	Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Akron Zips · Jordon Simmons rushes 73 yards for a touchdown (+9.08 EPA)
2. Q2 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Kyle Monangai rushes for 62 yards (3rd & 3) (+4.45 EPA)
3. Q3 · Akron Zips · Ben Finley pass to Adrian Norton for a touchdown (32 yards) (+4.42 EPA)
4. Q3 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Athan Kaliakmanis pass to Chris Long for a touchdown (58 yards) (+3.94 EPA)
5. Q2 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Athan Kaliakmanis pass to KJ Duff for a touchdown (6 yards) (+3.58 EPA)
6. Q1 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Athan Kaliakmanis pass intercepted (-3.48 EPA)
7. Q1 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Athan Kaliakmanis — Pass Incompletion (no gain) (-3.11 EPA)
8. Q1 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Kyle Monangai rushes for 46 yards (1st & 10) (+2.94 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Rutgers Scarlet Knights controlled the final (49–17) in Week 2.
• Passing edge: Athan Kaliakmanis (Rutgers) — 231.0 yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: Rutgers at 0.292 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 Rutgers Scarlet Knights?

Akron Zips 17, Rutgers Scarlet Knights 49 in Week 2 of the 2024 college football season.

Who won Akron Zips vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights?

Rutgers Scarlet Knights won with a final score of 17–49.

Where can I find the Akron Zips vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401628471.

Who led Akron Zips vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights in passing?

Athan Kaliakmanis (Rutgers) led passers with 231.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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