College Football Program to Hand Play-Calling Duties to Season Ticket Holder for Opening Drive
One season-ticket holder will help Joe Moorhead script Akron’s opening drive, and the program will reveal the winner in an Aug. 19 drawing.
- On Tuesday, Akron announced an "Offensive Coordinator of the Game" promotion allowing one season-ticket holder to design the opening drive for the Sept. 12 home opener against Robert Morris.
- Seeking to boost engagement following a 5-7 season, Akron Athletic Director Andrew Goodrich said the role aims to provide a unique "behind-the-scenes experience" for loyal supporters.
- By August 19, a winner will be selected via random drawing from eligible season-ticket holders; fans increase their odds by referring new ticket buyers and collaborating directly with head coach Joe Moorhead.
- Head coach Moorhead retains final authority over the script, confirming the staff will not execute unrealistic maneuvers like a fake punt from their own 30-yard line.
- No other NCAA program is known to offer such a unique promotion, which aims to drive future viewership for the Sept. 12 home opener as the Zips build momentum.
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