The Eastern Michigan Eagles (3-3) visit the Akron Zips (1-4) on Saturday, October 10, 2026 at InfoCision Stadium, Akron, OH. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:30 PM ET, and the game airs on ESPN+ (streaming). DraftKings lists the spread at EMU -6.5 with a total of 50.5; moneylines are Eastern Michigan -250 · Akron +205. Below is our Eastern Michigan vs Akron preview with the latest odds, point spread, moneyline, over/under, kickoff time, TV channel and where to watch, plus a look at each team’s season so far, head coach and key players. Lines may move before kickoff.
Eastern Michigan vs Akron Odds, Spread, Kickoff Time & TV
| Matchup detail | Line / info |
|---|---|
| Matchup | Eastern Michigan at Akron |
| Records | Eastern Michigan 3-3 · Akron 1-4 |
| Spread | EMU -6.5 |
| Moneyline | Eastern Michigan -250 · Akron +205 |
| Total | 50.5 |
| Venue | InfoCision Stadium, Akron, OH |
| Date/Time | Saturday, October 10, 2026 · 3:30 PM ET |
| TV / How to Watch | ESPN+ (streaming) |
| Head Coaches | Eastern Michigan: HC Chris Creighton, OC Mike Piatkowski · Akron: HC Joe Moorhead, OC Joe Moorhead |
Eastern Michigan Preview: Season So Far, Coach & Key Players
Season so far: The Eastern Michigan Eagles are 3-3 overall, 2-0 in MAC play. Results to date: Aug 29 — W 28-17 vs Sacramento State; Sep 4 — L 27-21 vs San José State; Sep 12 — L 35-7 at Michigan State; Sep 19 — L 54-10 at Wisconsin; Sep 26 — W 29-3 vs Lindenwood; Oct 3 — W 38-14 at Massachusetts. Most recently, Eastern Michigan beat Massachusetts 38-14 on the road. Through 6 games, Eastern Michigan is averaging 22.2 points scored and 25.0 points allowed per game.
Head coach: Chris Creighton (head coach since 2014). Offensive coordinator: Mike Piatkowski. Defensive coordinators: Tate Omli / Kasey Teegardin.
Key players (2026 season stats):
- Passing leader: Noah Kim (QB) — 127/203, 1,187 yards, 8 TD, 3 INT
- Rushing leader: Amareon Blue (RB) — 60 carries, 309 yards, 3 TD
- Receiving leader: Harold Mack (WR) — 23 receptions, 264 yards, 2 TD
- Sacks leader: Quincy Byas (DL) — 2 sacks
- Tackles leader: Zach Mowchan (LB) — 50 total tackles
Strengths: Momentum from a 38-14 win at Massachusetts. Questions: A defense allowing 25.0 points per game.
Akron Preview: Season So Far, Coach & Key Players
Season so far: The Akron Zips are 1-4 overall, 0-1 in MAC play. Results to date: Sep 3 — L 38-16 at Wake Forest; Sep 12 — W 45-10 vs Robert Morris; Sep 19 — L 41-7 at Minnesota; Sep 26 — L 38-10 vs UNLV; Oct 3 — L 41-17 at Central Michigan. Most recently, Akron lost to Central Michigan 41-17 on the road. Through 5 games, Akron is averaging 19.0 points scored and 33.6 points allowed per game.
Head coach: Joe Moorhead (head coach since 2022). Joe Moorhead also serves as offensive coordinator. Defensive coordinator: Tim Tibesar.
Key players (2026 season stats):
- Passing leader: Brayden Roggow (QB) — 53/94, 605 yards, 3 TD, 4 INT
- Rushing leader: Jordan Gant (RB) — 62 carries, 293 yards, 3 TD
- Receiving leader: Marcel Williams (WR) — 20 receptions, 201 yards
- Sacks leader: Omari Abor (DE) — 1 sack
- Tackles leader: Donelius Johnson (LB) — 41 total tackles
Strengths: The production of Brayden Roggow (53/94, 605 yards, 3 TD, 4 INT). Questions: A defense giving up 33.6 points per game; an offense averaging 19.0 points per game; the response to a 41-17 loss at Central Michigan.
How to Watch Eastern Michigan vs Akron
- Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Kickoff: 3:30 PM ET
- Venue: InfoCision Stadium, Akron, OH
- TV / Streaming: ESPN+ (streaming)
Odds: DraftKings lines reported via ESPN on October 5, 2026. Lines may move before kickoff. Records, results and season stats via ESPN; coaching staffs per 2026 staff listings. This page is an informational matchup preview only.