The Bulls will play the Zips on Saturday, September 30th, 2023. The matchup takes place at InfoCision Stadium. Watch this exciting Week 5 matchup at 12:00 pm EDT. Check local listings for coverage on ESPN+.
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Table of Contents
- Matchup Stats
- Paddy O'Parlay
- Best Odds
- Interactive Odds Example
- Prop Bets
- Recent Meetings
- Team Standings
- Futures Odds
- Team Schedules & Results
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
We're now well into the 2023 college football season. Week 5 action features a matchup between Buffalo and Akron taking place at InfoCision Stadium. The following are some key season stats to help you size up this game.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - Buffalo has a 96.33 conference power ranking for the 2023 season. The conference power ranking for Akron is 97.67.
- Away Buffalo - Heading into Week 5, Buffalo currently has a 0-2 record as an away team for the 2023 regular season. This ranks them 2nd in the MAC Conference for away team wins. Watch this stat carefully as the season progresses.
- Home Akron - Akron has a 1-0 record as a home team. Looking ahead to this 2023 Week 5 matchup, they rank 2nd in the MAC Conference for home team wins. Like the Buffalo away record and ranking, you should continually keep tabs on this stat.
- Points Scored - For the 2023 season, Buffalo ranks 2nd (119) in the MAC Conference, with Akron currently ranking 4th (75) for points scored in the MAC Conference.
- Points Against - Also in 2023, Buffalo stands 1st (178) in the MAC Conference for points scored by opponents in 2023. Akron sits at 5th (109) in the MAC Conference for points against in the 2023 season so far.
- Team Records - Buffalo has a 0-4 overall record for the 2023 regular season, with Akron currently 1-3 for the 2023 NCAAF regular season.
Paddy O'Parlay
The "Sports Network" talking heads have nothing on my Irish arse!
Get ready for a wild showdown as the Buffalo Bulls battle the Akron Zips...in a crucial Week 5 clash of the college football season on September 30th, 2023. InfoCision Stadium is the place to be for this electrifying matchup...(emphasis on the Week 5 game taking place at InfoCision Stadium).
According to the SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings, Buffalo sits at 96.33 while Akron boasts a slightly higher ranking of 97.67... (compare the SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings of 96.33 for Buffalo and 97.67 for Akron). These teams are evenly matched and this game promises to be an absolute nail-biter.
Buffalo comes into this game with a disappointing 0-4 record, desperately seeking their first win...(Buffalo has a 0-4 standing). On the other hand, Akron currently holds a 1-3 record and will be looking to build on their recent success...(the Akron currently have a 1-3 standing). With both teams hungry for a victory, expect fireworks on the field.
If you're feeling lucky, bet this game at BetWay, BetRivers, or BetMGM and put your money where your mouth is...(include "bet this game at BetWay, BetRivers, or BetMGM").
Don't forget to review this game's prop bets for even more excitement and opportunities to win big...(include "review this game's prop bets"). Compare the odds below and make your move before kickoff...(include "compare the odds below").
Get ready for a showdown like no other as Buffalo takes on Akron in this key Week 5 matchup.
Best Bulls at Zips Odds
| Underdog Buffalo | Favorite Akron |
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| Over | Under |
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| Underdog Buffalo | Favorite Akron |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
Akron is a -3 -110 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while Buffalo is a +3 -110 point spread underdog at BetMGM.
The best over line is 54.5 -110 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 54.5 -110 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the under.
Akron is a -145 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and Buffalo is a +120 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.
College Football Odds Example
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 BetMGMBet |
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Buffalo
Akron
9/30/23 12:00pm EDT | +3 -110-3 -110 |
Underdog Buffalo - Buffalo bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.
A +3 Buffalo underdog bet wins if they lose by 2 or fewer, tie, or win outright. The bet pushes if they lose by 3. Your bet loses if they lose by 4 or more.
Favorite Akron - Akron bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.
A -3 Akron favorite bet wins if they win by 4 or more. The bet pushes if they win by 3. Your bet loses if they win by 2 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.
Buffalo at Akron Prop Bets
Important Note: Some states expressly forbid individual college athlete prop bets. The following wagers may not be available depending on your particular state laws.
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Buffalo
Akron
First Team To Score
9/30/23 12:00pm EDT | +105-135Bet |
Buffalo
Akron
No Touchdown
To Score 1st Touchdown
9/30/23 12:00pm EDT | +105-150+10000Bet |
Buffalo
Akron
Game to Overtime
9/30/23 12:00pm EDT | Yes +900No -5000Bet |
Buffalo
Akron
Both Teams Score 10+
9/30/23 12:00pm EDT | Yes -2500No +900Bet |
| BetMGM | |
Buffalo
Akron
Both Teams Score 20+
9/30/23 12:00pm EDT | Yes -190No +145Bet |
Buffalo
Akron
Both Teams Score 30+
9/30/23 12:00pm EDT | Yes +320No -450Bet |
Recent Meetings Since 2019
| Week | Game | Result | Margin |
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| 2023 Week 5 | Buffalo vs Akron Saturday, September 30th, 2023 | BUFF 13, AKR 10 (OT) InfoCision Stadium | Buffalo by 3 |
| 2022 Week 14 | Akron vs Buffalo Friday, December 2nd, 2022 | BUFF 23, AKR 22 UB Stadium | Buffalo by 1 |
| 2021 Week 8 | Buffalo vs Akron Saturday, October 23rd, 2021 | BUFF 45, AKR 10 InfoCision Stadium | Buffalo by 35 |
| 2020 Week 15 | Akron vs Buffalo Saturday, December 12th, 2020 | BUFF 56, AKR 7 UB Stadium | Buffalo by 49 |
| 2019 Week 8 | Buffalo vs Akron Saturday, October 19th, 2019 | BUFF 21, AKR 0 InfoCision Stadium | Buffalo by 21 |
Team Standings
| Team | Conf | Conf% | W | L | PF | PA | Home | Away | Strk |
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| Buffalo | 3-5 | 0.375 | 3 | 9 | 251 | 329 | 1-5 | 2-4 | L4 |
| Akron | 1-7 | 0.125 | 2 | 10 | 195 | 336 | 2-3 | 0-7 | L3 |
Buffalo & Akron Futures Odds
Latest NCAA Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review odds for other teams and learn the best College Football bets.
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Team Schedules & Results
| Week | Matchup | Date & Result |
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| Week 1 | Buffalo vs Wisconsin | WIS 38, BUFF 17 Saturday, September 2nd, 2023 |
| Week 2 | Fordham vs Buffalo | FOR 40, BUFF 37 Saturday, September 9th, 2023 |
| Week 3 | Liberty vs Buffalo | LIB 55, BUFF 27 Saturday, September 16th, 2023 |
| Week 4 | Buffalo vs Louisiana | UL 45, BUFF 38 Saturday, September 23rd, 2023 |
| Week 5 | Buffalo vs Akron | BUFF 13, AKR 10 (OT) Saturday, September 30th, 2023 |
| Week 6 | Central Michigan vs Buffalo | BUFF 37, CMU 13 Saturday, October 7th, 2023 |
| Week 7 | Bowling Green vs Buffalo | BGSU 24, BUFF 14 Saturday, October 14th, 2023 |
| Week 8 | Buffalo vs Kent State | BUFF 24, KENT 6 Saturday, October 21st, 2023 |
| Week 10 | Buffalo vs Toledo | TOL 31, BUFF 13 Tuesday, October 31st, 2023 |
| Week 11 | Ohio vs Buffalo | OHIO 20, BUFF 10 Tuesday, November 7th, 2023 |
| Week 12 | Buffalo vs Miami (OH) | M-OH 23, BUFF 10 Wednesday, November 15th, 2023 |
| Week 13 | Eastern Michigan vs Buffalo | EMU 24, BUFF 11 Tuesday, November 21st, 2023 |
| Week | Matchup | Date & Result |
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| Week 1 | Akron vs Temple | TEM 24, AKR 21 Saturday, September 2nd, 2023 |
| Week 2 | Morgan State vs Akron | AKR 24, MORG 21 Saturday, September 9th, 2023 |
| Week 3 | Akron vs Kentucky | UK 35, AKR 3 Saturday, September 16th, 2023 |
| Week 4 | Akron vs Indiana | IU 29, AKR 27 (4OT) Saturday, September 23rd, 2023 |
| Week 5 | Buffalo vs Akron | BUFF 13, AKR 10 (OT) Saturday, September 30th, 2023 |
| Week 6 | Northern Illinois vs Akron | NIU 55, AKR 14 Saturday, October 7th, 2023 |
| Week 7 | Akron vs Central Michigan | CMU 17, AKR 10 Saturday, October 14th, 2023 |
| Week 8 | Akron vs Bowling Green | BGSU 41, AKR 14 Saturday, October 21st, 2023 |
| Week 10 | Kent State vs Akron | AKR 31, KENT 27 Wednesday, November 1st, 2023 |
| Week 11 | Akron vs Miami (OH) | M-OH 19, AKR 0 Wednesday, November 8th, 2023 |
| Week 12 | Akron vs Eastern Michigan | EMU 30, AKR 27 (2OT) Tuesday, November 14th, 2023 |
| Week 13 | Ohio vs Akron | OHIO 25, AKR 14 Friday, November 24th, 2023 |
How to Bet on the Game
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How to Bet on the Buffalo vs Akron College Football Game
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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, September 30th, 2023 at 12:00 pm EDT, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.
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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.
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Tap to the sportsbook's College Football page, look for the Buffalo vs Akron Game.
Navigate to the sportsbook's College Football page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Buffalo vs Akron Game.
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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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