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Jeremiah Smith became Ohio State's all-time leader in receiving yards during the first half of the Kent State game, surpassing Michael Jenkins with a 23-yard catch. He now eyes OSU career records for receptions and touchdowns (205 and 35, respectively) and is widely viewed as a top NFL prospect after a storied, record-setting ascent in his Buckeyes career.
Notre Dame announced it will add future football games against Stanford and Kent State, expanding the Fighting Irish’s schedule with non-conference opponents.
Notre Dame announced its 2027-28 football schedule, including a first-time home game against Kent State on Oct. 2, 2027, and the continuation of the Legends Trophy rivalry with Stanford, with ND hosting Stanford on Nov. 27, 2027 and Stanford visiting ND on Oct. 14, 2028 - these will be the 41st and 42nd meetings in the series, with ND leading 25-14-0.
Florida State (ranked No. 7) set multiple rushing records and dominated Kent State 66-10, with a program-record 498 rushing yards and eight rushing touchdowns, showcasing a strong ground game in their second consecutive 700-plus yard performance.
Kent State's potential NCAA Tournament bid slipped away in the final seconds of the MAC Tournament championship game when a player mistakenly fouled an opponent, leading to Akron's victory and securing their spot in the tournament. Kent State's coach took responsibility for the loss, expressing regret for not calling a timeout. Despite the heartbreaking mistake, Akron celebrated their second MAC Tournament title in three years, while Kent State's season came to an end.
Kent State's NCAA Tournament bid was dashed after a shocking mistake by player Julius Rollins, who fouled an opponent in the final seconds of the MAC championship game under the mistaken impression that his team was trailing, not leading. The resulting free throws allowed Akron to secure a 62-61 victory and a spot in the Big Dance, prompting Kent State coach Rob Senderoff to take the blame and defend his player.
Kent State's Julius Rollins made a critical mistake by fouling an opponent while his team was leading, costing them a spot in the NCAA tournament. The error occurred in the final seconds of the Mid-American Conference championship game, leading to Akron's victory and automatic tournament berth. Despite the devastating loss, Kent State's coach and others offered support to Rollins, acknowledging that such mistakes are part of sports, while also recognizing the heartbreak it brings.
Akron secured a spot in the NCAA Tournament after defeating Kent State in the MAC Tournament, with the winning free throws coming from an intentional foul committed by Kent State's Julius Rollins in the final seconds. Despite Kent State's unexpected journey to the final, Akron emerged victorious and will now await their seeding and first opponent in the NCAA Tournament, while Kent State reflects on what could have been after a disappointing end to the season.
Kent State's Julius Rollins mistakenly fouled Akron's Greg Tribble with his team leading by a point, thinking they were trailing, leading to Akron clinching the NCAA tournament berth with a 62-61 win in the MAC tournament championship game.
Central Michigan's women's basketball team forfeits their game against Kent State due to a lack of available players, resulting in a win for Kent State as per MAC rules. The team had only seven active players in their previous game and finished with six after a player got injured. This forfeiture comes after TCU had to forfeit two games earlier in the season due to injuries.
Kent State finishes the regular season at No. 1 in the Bottom 25 rankings after a 1-11 debut campaign under head coach Kenni Burns. The departure of former head coach Sean Lewis, who led the team to success in previous seasons, resulted in a mass exodus of talent and a return to historical losing ways for the Golden Flashes. Despite the challenges, Kent State is in a good position to win the Bottom 25 Playoff.
Bowling Green is favored to win against Kent State in their college football matchup. Kent State has struggled to cover the spread this season and has a weak defense against the run. Bowling Green, known for their rushing attack, is expected to exploit this weakness and build a lead. The author predicts that Bowling Green will cover the spread of -9.5 points.
Kent State's attempt at a surprise onside kick to open the game against Eastern Michigan backfired when the kick was recovered by Eastern Michigan's Kendric Nowling, who returned it 44 yards for a touchdown. The Golden Flashes, with a struggling record, were hoping to catch their opponents off-guard but instead found themselves trailing 7-0 just six seconds into the game.
Sean Lewis took a risk by leaving his head coaching job at Kent State to become the offensive coordinator for the Colorado Buffaloes. Despite going winless in nonconference games against Power Five schools, Lewis had gained a reputation as an accomplished play caller and offensive wizard. In his first game with Colorado, Lewis helped lead the team to a 45-42 victory over TCU, scoring the most points on the Horned Frogs at their home in five years. Lewis' offensive scheme, influenced by Art Briles, has been successful throughout his coaching career, and he has quickly become a hot commodity in the coaching profession.
UCF dominated Kent State in a 56-6 victory, showcasing a strong ground game with 389 rushing yards and a solid defensive effort. Quarterback John Rhys Plumlee had a mixed performance, throwing for three touchdowns but also throwing two interceptions and fumbling. UCF aims to keep Plumlee healthy and avoid unnecessary wear and tear. Redshirt sophomore defensive tackle Lee Hunter stood out with eight tackles, leading the Knights' defensive effort.