Official Site of the Zips · Jan 11, 2017
A Look Back: The 2016 Football Campaign
2016 Season Summary in PDF
SEASON SUMMARY
Akron Football:
√ Was selected to finish third in the MAC East in 2016 by the media and the coaches
√ Won at least five games for four consecutive seasons [2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016]
√ Claimed two consecutive victories in Wagon Wheel games [and three in the last four years]
2016 SEASON SUMMARY
Under the guidance of fifth-year head coach Terry Bowden, Akron finished the 2016 campaign at 5-7 overall and 3-5 in MAC play after a 9-3 loss at Ohio. The Zips returned 48 lettermen, including seven starters. The Zips utilized a spread offense and a 4-3 defense.