Shocking Academic Decline Forces Akron Football Out of Postseason—What Went Wrong Behind the Scenes?

Hope springs eternal every offseason in college football, right? Teams dream of that breakthrough season – finally snagging a bowl bid, knocking down a conference giant, or scratching their way into the College Football Playoff buzz. But sometimes, reality throws a real curveball. Akron football, for example, is facing a harsh offseason truth: they’re already ruled out of postseason play for 2025… not because of on-field woes, but due to academic shortcomings. Yep, the Zips find themselves below the NCAA’s Academic Progress Rate threshold, shutting the door on any bowl hopes once again. It’s a reminder that victories aren’t just won on the gridiron. So, what does this mean for a team that was actually trending upward under Joe Moorhead? Will this news deflate their spirits, or fire up a grit-driven comeback? Only time will tell – but one thing’s for sure, Akron’s story this fall is about far more than just Xs and Os. LEARN MORE.During the offseason in college football, every program has hope that it could be the next one to make a breakthrough during the coming fall. Whether that be to make a bowl game, win a conference title, or make a run at the College Football Playoff, every team has reason for optimism. Well, almost every team. This year, Akron football won’t be so fortunate.

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