Akron Zips vs. UAB Blazers: 2025 Week 3 Recap

Quick answer

UAB Blazers defeated Akron Zips 31–28 in Week 3, 2025. Final score: Akron Zips 28, UAB Blazers 31.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Akron Zips	15	3	0	6	28
UAB Blazers	12	15	0	0	31

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Ben Finley (Akron) — 267.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.21 EPA/play +8.32 EPA
• Jalen Kitna (UAB) — 380.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.02 EPA/play +1.05 EPA

Rushing

• Sean Patrick (Akron) — 73.0 yds · 1 TD -0.30 EPA
• Jevon Jackson (UAB) — 45.0 yds -0.15 EPA
• Jordan Gant (Akron) — 67.0 yds +0.16 EPA

Receiving

• Corri Milliner (UAB) — 6 rec · 70.0 yds +0.44 EPA
• Iverson Hooks (UAB) — 5 rec · 84.0 yds -0.01 EPA
• Myles Walker (Akron) — 4 rec · 69.0 yds +0.54 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Ben Finley	Akron	39	48.7%	267	2	+0.21	+8.32
Jalen Kitna	UAB	45	66.7%	380	2	+0.02	+1.05

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Akron	UAB
Plays	75	73
EPA / play	+0.038	-0.018
Total EPA	+2.88	-1.33
Success rate	37.3%	45.2%
Pass EPA / play	+0.213	+0.023
Rush EPA / play	-0.151	-0.085
Yards	433	486

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	UAB	0	0	—	Touchdown
Q1	Akron	1	75	+6.62	Pass TD
Q1	UAB	7	28	-3.69	Ended
Q1	Akron	8	33	+1.74	Pass TD
Q1	UAB	9	70	+6.88	Rush TD
Q1	Akron	9	56	+0.67	Field goal
Q1	UAB	8	39	-0.65	Field goal
Q2	Akron	5	15	-1.89	Punt
Q2	UAB	7	91	+4.26	Pass TD
Q2	Akron	4	12	-0.69	Punt
Q2	UAB	7	79	-5.47	Interception
Q2	Akron	5	21	-1.26	Field goal
Q2	UAB	7	54	+4.10	Pass TD
Q2	Akron	5	22	-2.69	Punt
Q3	UAB	7	31	-3.51	Ended
Q3	Akron	3	32	-0.13	Missed FG

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · UAB Blazers · Jalen Kitna pass intercepted (-6.84 EPA)
2. Q1 · Akron Zips · Ben Finley pass to Israel Polk for a touchdown (75 yards) (+6.62 EPA)
3. Q1 · UAB Blazers · Kickoff (+6.16 EPA)
4. Q3 · UAB Blazers · Jalen Kitna pass to Brandon Hawkins Jr. for 24 yards (3rd & 10) (+3.92 EPA)
5. Q1 · UAB Blazers · Jalen Kitna pass to J.C. Sivley for 21 yards (4th & 3) (+3.9 EPA)
6. Q2 · UAB Blazers · Jalen Kitna pass to Iverson Hooks for 48 yards (1st & 10) (+3.68 EPA)
7. Q3 · Akron Zips · Ben Finley pass to Myles Walker for 18 yards (3rd & 8) (+3.27 EPA)
8. Q3 · Akron Zips · Sean Patrick rushes for no gain (4th & 2) (-3.23 EPA)

Key takeaways

• UAB Blazers controlled the final (31–28) in Week 3.
• Passing edge: Ben Finley (Akron) — 267.0 yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: Akron at 0.038 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 UAB Blazers?

Akron Zips 28, UAB Blazers 31 in Week 3 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won Akron Zips vs UAB Blazers?

UAB Blazers won with a final score of 28–31.

Where can I find the Akron Zips vs UAB Blazers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401762463.

Who led Akron Zips vs UAB Blazers in passing?

Ben Finley (Akron) led passers with 267.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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