Akron football reaches five overall wins and four Mid-American Conference wins for the first time since 2017.

Jordan Gant is Akron's first 1,000-yard rusher since Dennis Kennedy in 2008.

The Zips defense contributes two interceptions, including one in the final minute to close out the victory.

Akron football has it first five-win season since 2017. And its first 1,000-yard rusher since 2008.

The Zips achieved both in their season finale, a 19-16 win at Bowling Green in a Mid-American Conference game in front of 9,867 fans at Doyt Perry Stadium on Tuesday, Nov. 18.

Matthew Schramm went 4-of-4 on field goals, Ben Finley threw an 75-yard touchdown pass to Israel Polk and Jordan Gant surpassed 1,000 yards rushing on the season for Akron (5-7, 4-4).

Gant ran for 86 yards on 22 carri

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