Akron Zips vs. Western Michigan Broncos: 2024 Week 7 Recap

Quick answer

Western Michigan Broncos defeated Akron Zips 34–24 in Week 7, 2024. Final score: Akron Zips 24, Western Michigan Broncos 34.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Akron Zips	9	12	6	0	24
Western Michigan Broncos	0	15	6	3	34

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Ben Finley (Akron) — 413.0 yds · +0.21 EPA/play +7.97 EPA
• Hayden Wolff (Western Michigan) — 191.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.15 EPA/play +3.75 EPA
• Tahj Bullock (Akron) — 18.0 yds · +0.58 EPA/play +1.16 EPA

Rushing

• Jordon Simmons (Akron) — 63.0 yds · 1 TD +0.04 EPA
• Jaden Nixon (Western Michigan) — 19.0 yds -0.61 EPA
• Zahir Abdus-Salaam (Western Michigan) — 49.0 yds +0.28 EPA

Receiving

• Adrian Norton (Akron) — 8 rec · 168.0 yds +1.19 EPA
• Jordon Simmons (Akron) — 6 rec · 97.0 yds +1.10 EPA
• Tahj Bullock (Akron) — 4 rec · 54.0 yds +1.64 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Ben Finley	Akron	37	62.2%	413	0	+0.21	+7.97
Hayden Wolff	Western Michigan	25	68.0%	191	2	+0.15	+3.75
Tahj Bullock	Akron	2	100.0%	18	0	+0.58	+1.16
Broc Lowry	Western Michigan	1	0.0%	-7	0	-1.90	-1.90

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Akron	Western Michigan
Plays	65	63
EPA / play	+0.089	+0.003
Total EPA	+5.77	+0.18
Success rate	50.8%	36.5%
Pass EPA / play	+0.234	+0.071
Rush EPA / play	-0.129	-0.045
Yards	521	385

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Western Michigan	6	24	-1.73	Punt
Q1	Akron	4	63	+1.63	Field goal
Q1	Western Michigan	4	15	-2.24	Punt
Q1	Akron	5	79	+6.12	Rush TD
Q1	Western Michigan	9	44	-2.78	Ended
Q1	Akron	4	69	+4.70	Rush TD
Q2	Western Michigan	6	19	+0.31	Ended
Q2	Akron	9	32	-6.31	Fumble
Q2	Western Michigan	4	58	+5.18	Pass TD
Q2	Akron	3	37	-3.69	Interception
Q2	Western Michigan	3	35	+4.05	Rush TD
Q2	Akron	8	49	+0.49	Missed FG
Q2	Western Michigan	7	47	-1.03	Field goal
Q3	Akron	11	82	+7.42	Rush TD
Q3	Western Michigan	8	30	-4.20	Ended
Q3	Akron	3	-7	-6.26	Fumble

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Akron Zips · Fumble returned for a touchdown (-7.51 EPA)
2. Q2 · Akron Zips · Fumble (-4.64 EPA)
3. Q1 · Akron Zips · Ben Finley pass to Adrian Norton for 60 yards (1st & 10) (+4.39 EPA)
4. Q2 · Akron Zips · Ben Finley pass intercepted (-4.13 EPA)
5. Q2 · Akron Zips · Penalty (4th & 5) (+3.83 EPA)
6. Q3 · Akron Zips · Fumble (-3.78 EPA)
7. Q1 · Akron Zips · Ben Finley pass to Jordon Simmons for 52 yards (2nd & 5) (+3.67 EPA)
8. Q4 · Western Michigan Broncos · Jalen Buckley rushes for 61 yards (2nd & 4) (+3.52 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Western Michigan Broncos controlled the final (34–24) in Week 7.
• Passing edge: Ben Finley (Akron) — 413.0 yds.
• EPA edge: Akron at 0.089 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 Western Michigan Broncos?

Akron Zips 24, Western Michigan Broncos 34 in Week 7 of the 2024 college football season.

Who won Akron Zips vs Western Michigan Broncos?

Western Michigan Broncos won with a final score of 24–34.

Where can I find the Akron Zips vs Western Michigan Broncos box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401644742.

Who led Akron Zips vs Western Michigan Broncos in passing?

Ben Finley (Akron) led passers with 413.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

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