Akron ends 11-year losing streak against Toledo with overtime win

In a thrilling matchup of the Mid-American Conference, Akron triumphed over Toledo with a score of 21-14 in overtime, marking the Zips' first victory against the Rockets in over a decade. The game, played on Tuesday night in Akron, Ohio, concluded the regular season for both teams, each having entered the game with contrasting expectations. Akron, finishing the season with a 4-8 record and their only two-game winning streak of the year, managed to secure a significant win that highlighted their potential after a tough season. Conversely, Toledo, who had bowl eligibility in their sights with a record of 7-5, stumbled late in the season, losing their final two games. During the critical moments in overtime, Akron's quarterback Ben Finley threw a key touchdown pass to Charles Kellom, propelling the Zips to a lead they would not relinquish. The Rockets, despite having an earlier opportunity to win the game within regulation, failed to convert a 29-yard field goal as time expired. Their struggles were compounded by missed field goals from Dylan Cunanan throughout the game, revealing a tough and chaotic end to Toledo's season as they looked to recover from their late-game losses in preparation for the future.