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Akron at Penn State
Sep 5, 2009 • Completed
Away
Akron
Mid-American

Final Score
7 - 31

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Game Conditions
Humidity
65%
Precipitation
0.00 in
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Game Story
Penn State pulls away from Akron 31-7
Penn State finished ahead of Akron 31-7 on Sep 5, 2009. The result came in week 1 of the 2009 season.
Penn State finished ahead of Akron 31-7 on Sep 5, 2009. The result came in week 1 of the 2009 season.
Penn State built the decisive edge with a 24-point margin, turning the box score into a controlled win.
The statistical profile was led by total yards: Penn State 515; Akron 186. Another key split was passing yards: Penn State 384; Akron 173.
Stat Callouts
Total yards
Penn State 515; Akron 186
Passing yards
Penn State 384; Akron 173
Rushing yards
Penn State 136; Akron 28
Turnovers
Penn State 2; Akron 1
First downs
Penn State 25; Akron 8
Possession time
Penn State 21:15; Akron 15:32
Third downs
Penn State 8-15; Akron 3-14
Completions-attempts
Penn State 32-44; Akron 13-24
Analysis
Game Breakdown
| Statistic | Penn State | Akron |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 515 | 186 |
| Passing Yards | 384 | 173 |
| Rushing Yards | 136 | 28 |
| First Downs | 25 | 8 |
| Third Down Efficiency | 8-15 | 3-14 |
| Fourth Down Efficiency | 1-1 | 0-3 |
| Total Penalties (Yards) | 3-20 | 7-59 |
| Turnovers | 2 | 1 |
| Completions / Attempts | 32-44 | 13-24 |
| Rushing Attempts | 30 | 30 |
| Passing TDs | 3 | 1 |
| Rushing TDs | 1 | 0 |
| Kicking Points | 7 | 1 |
| Possession Time | 21:15 | 15:32 |