For the first time since 2006, the Akron Zips defeated the Bowling Green Falcons, 34-23 in Bowling Green, Ohio. Five different quarterbacks were seen in this game. Akron moves to 2-3 (1-0 MAC) and Bowling Green falls to 0-5 (0-1 MAC).
With Warren Ball injured in the first quarter, the Zips needed to find a new back. Van Edwards Jr. took advantage, as he carried the ball 14 times for 70 yards and a touchdown. Manny Morgan also saw some playing time, as he carried the rock 11 times for 50 yards.