Zips beat Kent State to claim the Wagon Wheel

The University of Akron football team overcame the Kent State Golden Flashes in a thrilling win in the Wagon Wheel Challenge on Saturday by a score of 31-27.

Despite going 3-12 on third-down, being outgained 378-423 in total yards, and losing the turnover battle 0-3, the Zips were able to prevail.

The Zips’ win improves their record to 3-2 overall and 1-0 in conference play, while Kent State falls to 1-4.

Starting for the injured Thomas Woodson, backup quarterback Tra’von Chapman did not post the most impressive numbers this week. He threw for 237 yards and completed just 11 of 28 passes with two touchdowns to go along with two interceptions, but his gritty play was enough to lead the Zips to…