DraftKings · as of July 8, 2026
Miami (OH) defeated Akron 20–7 in a double-digit victory. Miami (OH) covered by 1.5; Game went Under by 20.5. The market closed at Miami (OH) -11.5 and the Blue Chip model made it Miami (OH) -10.7. The two were within a point of each other, so there was no meaningful edge in this line.
Miami (OH) outscored Akron 17-7 in the second half, turning a 3-0 halftime lead into a comfortable 20-7 victory. This demonstrates the team's ability to adjust and dominate after halftime.
Quarterback Dequan Finn threw for 203 yards and a touchdown, including a 60-yard scoring pass to Kam Perry. This big-play capability adds a dangerous dimension to the offense.
The RedHawks held Akron to minus-6 yards on one drive and limited the Zips to just 7 points overall. This defensive prowess is a key factor in their success.
Miami (OH) has now won nine straight MAC regular season games and 18 of their last 20 MAC contests. This streak highlights their conference dominance and strong momentum.
The RedHawks have won eight consecutive games against Akron and lead the all-time series 24-9-1. This historical edge suggests confidence and familiarity when facing similar opponents.
At kickoff, conditions at InfoCision Stadium were Cloudy, 59°F with winds of 3 mph. Weather is not expected to be a meaningful factor in this game. Historical weather data for this game is preserved in the panel alongside. Weather data is sourced from WeatherAPI.com.
Cloudy
59°F
| Measure | Miami (OH)Away | AkronHome |
|---|---|---|
| This week | 201 miles | 0 miles |
| Last week | 540 miles | Home game |
| Season total | 2,529 miles | 3,015 miles |
| Body clock | 12:00 | 12:00 |
| Rest | 7 days | 7 days |
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