Akron vs Ohio State Football Odds

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The Zips will play the Buckeyes on Saturday, August 31st, 2024. The matchup takes place at Ohio Stadium. Watch this exciting Week 1 matchup at 3:30 pm EDT. Check local listings for coverage on CBS, Paramount+.

Learn more about College Football betting with our handy tutorial and guide. We explain spread, total and money line bets.


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Key Matchup Stats

The 2024 college football season has begun, with Akron and Ohio State scheduled to matchup at Ohio Stadium. First, let's review each team's stats from the 2023 season to get an idea of what we can expect on gameday.

  • SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - Akron had a 96.67 conference power ranking in the 2023 season. The conference power ranking for Ohio State in the 2023 season was 97.67.
  • Away Akron - At the end of the 2023 regular season, Akron had a 0-7 record as an away team, ranking them 4th in the MAC Conference for away team wins.
  • Home Ohio State - Ohio State finished the 2023 regular season with a 6-0 record as a home team. They ranked 2nd in the Big Ten Conference for home team wins in 2023.
  • Points Scored - Akron wound up 5th (195) in the MAC Conference, with Ohio State ranked 3rd (397) for points scored in the 2023 Big Ten Conference.
  • Points Against - Akron finished 2nd (336) in the MAC Conference for points scored by opponents in 2023. Ohio State wound up 7th (146) in the 2023 Big Ten Conference for points against.
  • Team Records - Akron had a 2-10 regular season overall record, with Ohio State notching a 11-2 regular season standing last year.

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Get ready for a wild showdown at Ohio Stadium as Akron takes on Ohio State!

The Akron are looking to bounce back from a tough season, while Ohio State is aiming to continue their winning ways. With the game being one of the first of the season, both teams will be eager to make a statement in Week 1. The atmosphere at Ohio Stadium is sure to be electric as fans cheer on their respective teams in this highly anticipated matchup. SportsBetting3.com has the latest odds, so be sure to review them below and bet on this game for a chance to win big! Don't miss out on the action as Akron and Ohio State battle it out on Saturday, August 31st.

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Best Point Spread Betting Odds
Underdog

Akron		Favorite

Ohio State
+48.5 -110 BetMGM
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-48.5 -110 BetMGM
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Ohio State has a -48.5 -110 point spread at BetMGM OH. They are the point spread favorite in this matchup. Akron has a +48.5 -110 point spread at BetMGM OH. Akron is the point spread underdog. Review how to bet on a point spread with our text and video tutorials.

Best Total Betting Odds
OverUnder
56.5 o -110 BetMGM
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56.5 u -110 BetMGM
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BetMGM has the best over line of 56.5 points. Risk $110 to win $100. BetMGM has the best under line of 56.5 points. Risk $110 to win $100. Our tutorial explains more about total bets.

Best Moneyline Betting Odds
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Matchup Odds FAQs

What is the point spread for the Akron vs Ohio State College Football game on Saturday, August 31st, 2024?

Ohio State is a -48.5 -110 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while Akron is a +48.5 -110 point spread underdog at BetMGM.

What is the over-under total line for the Akron vs Ohio State College Football game on Saturday, August 31st, 2024?

The best over line is 56.5 -110 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 56.5 -110 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the under.

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College Football Odds and Outcomes Explained

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8/31/24 3:30pm EDT
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Underdog Akron - Akron bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.

A +48.5 Akron underdog bet wins if they lose by 48 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 49 or more.

Favorite Ohio State - Ohio State bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.

A -48.5 Ohio State favorite bet wins if they win by 49 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 48 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.

Akron at Ohio State Prop Bets

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Recent Meetings Since 2020

Recent Meetings Since 2020
WeekGameResultMargin
2024
Week 1		Akron vs Ohio State
Saturday, August 31st, 2024		OSU 52, AKR 6
Ohio Stadium		Ohio State by 46
2021
Week 4		Akron vs Ohio State
Saturday, September 25th, 2021		OSU 59, AKR 7
Ohio Stadium		Ohio State by 52

Team Standings

2024-2025 College Football Regular Season Standings - Akron, Ohio State
Team Conf Conf% W L PF PA Home Away Strk
Big Ten
#2 Ohio State6-10.857913781036-03-1W4
MAC
Akron2-50.286382243702-21-6W1

Akron & Ohio State Futures Odds

Latest NCAA Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review odds for other teams and learn the best College Football bets.

Akron Championship Odds

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Ohio State Championship Odds
2024-25 Ohio State NCAA College Football Championship Odds

Team		BetMGM Sports Betting BetMGM
Ohio State		+320
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Akron & Ohio State Team Pages

Review each team's season schedule and results, season win total odds, futures odds, betting bonuses and other valuable information on our exclusive team betting odds pages. Team betting odds and stats update throughout the season:

Team Schedules & Results


2024-25 Akron Games & Results
WeekMatchupDate & Result
Week 1Akron vs
Ohio State		OSU 52, AKR 6
Saturday, August 31st, 2024
Week 2Akron vs
Rutgers		RUTG 49, AKR 17
Saturday, September 7th, 2024
Week 3Colgate vs
Akron		AKR 31, COLG 20
Saturday, September 14th, 2024
Week 4Akron vs
South Carolina		SC 50, AKR 7
Saturday, September 21st, 2024
Week 5Akron vs
Ohio		OHIO 30, AKR 10
Saturday, September 28th, 2024
Week 6Bowling Green vs
Akron		BGSU 27, AKR 20
Saturday, October 5th, 2024
Week 7Akron vs
Western Michigan		WMU 34, AKR 24
Saturday, October 12th, 2024
Week 9Eastern Michigan vs
Akron		AKR 25, EMU 21
Saturday, October 26th, 2024
Week 10Buffalo vs
Akron		BUFF 41, AKR 30
Saturday, November 2nd, 2024
Week 12Akron vs
Northern Illinois		NIU 29, AKR 16
Wednesday, November 13th, 2024
Week 13Akron vs
Kent State		AKR 38, KENT 17
Tuesday, November 19th, 2024
Week 14Toledo vs
Akron		Tuesday, November 26th, 2024
7:00 pm EST


2024-25 Ohio State Games & Results
WeekMatchupDate & Result
Week 1Akron vs
Ohio State		OSU 52, AKR 6
Saturday, August 31st, 2024
Week 2Western Michigan vs
Ohio State		OSU 56, WMU 0
Saturday, September 7th, 2024
Week 4Marshall vs
Ohio State		OSU 49, MRSH 14
Saturday, September 21st, 2024
Week 5Ohio State vs
Michigan State		OSU 38, MSU 7
Saturday, September 28th, 2024
Week 6Iowa vs
Ohio State		OSU 35, IOWA 7
Saturday, October 5th, 2024
Week 7Ohio State vs
Oregon		ORE 32, OSU 31
Saturday, October 12th, 2024
Week 9Nebraska vs
Ohio State		OSU 21, NEB 17
Saturday, October 26th, 2024
Week 10Ohio State vs
Penn State		OSU 20, PSU 13
Saturday, November 2nd, 2024
Week 11Purdue vs
Ohio State		OSU 45, PUR 0
Saturday, November 9th, 2024
Week 12Ohio State vs
Northwestern		OSU 31, NU 7
Saturday, November 16th, 2024
Week 13Indiana vs
Ohio State		Saturday, November 23rd, 2024
12:00 pm EST
Week 14Michigan vs
Ohio State		Saturday, November 30th, 2024
12:00 pm EST

How to Bet on the Game

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How to Bet on the Akron vs Ohio State College Football Game

  1. Open a new sports betting account before game time.

    Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Saturday, August 31st, 2024 at 3:30 pm EDT, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.

  2. Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.

    Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.

  3. Tap to the sportsbook's College Football page, look for the Akron vs Ohio State Game.

    Navigate to the sportsbook's College Football page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Akron vs Ohio State Game.

  4. Choose your bet and place a wager.

    Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.

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