Wesley Kirchharr
Staff Writer
The Troy football team edged past the Akron Zips 22-17 Saturday, escaping with a thrilling win in front of Veterans Memorial Stadium’s third highest attendance packing the stands.
The Trojans led for much of the game, but a late surge from the Zips put the Trojans’ backs against the wall, paving the way for a game-winning drive for Troy. That drive was capped by a 23-yard TD pass from Brandon Silvers to Deondre Douglas with 1:06 left in the game.
The Trojans fell behind early after coughing up the football on the opening drive, allowing for an Akron field goal.