Akron: 2026 Week 3 recap

Akron sits at 0–1 after a 38–16 loss to Wake Forest in Week 1, holding a rating of −22.9 and ranking 130th nationally. The Zips haven't moved in GIE's assessment since that defeat, suggesting consistency rather than collapse. The offensive numbers paint a grim picture: a red-zone touchdown rate of just 11% and third-down conversions at 32% indicate an offense struggling to execute in high-leverage moments. Akron hosts Robert Morris this week—a matchup that offers a chance to reset before Mid-American play intensifies. GIE projects 4.2 wins for the season, so early momentum matters; the Week 2 home game is a critical opportunity to build.