Central Michigan beats Akron 41-17 in a Mid-American Conference opener for both teams, with Angel Flores producing a key two-way performance. Flores rushes for 154 yards and a touchdown and also throws for a score, helping the Chippewas pull away after a slow start.
Akron leads 7-0 early, but Central Michigan responds by scoring 21 unanswered points in the second quarter. By halftime and into the second half, the Chippewas extend their control of the game, putting the result out of reach.
Both outlets describe the same scoring arc: Akron’s early advantage followed by Central Michigan’s decisive second-quarter surge, anchored by Flores’ rushing output and passing touchdown.
