Michigan State Spartans vs. Rutgers Scarlet Knights: 2004 Week 2 Recap

Quick answer

Rutgers Scarlet Knights defeated Michigan State Spartans 19–14 in Week 2, 2004. Final score: Michigan State Spartans 14, Rutgers Scarlet Knights 19.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Michigan State Spartans	0	6	6	6	14
Rutgers Scarlet Knights	0	6	6	0	19

Stars of the game

Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.

Passing

• Ryan Hart (164) — 0.0 yds · +0.44 EPA/play +12.27 EPA
• Damon Dowdell (127) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.07 EPA/play -2.23 EPA

Rushing

• Brian Leonard (164) — 0.0 yds -0.21 EPA
• Jason Teague (127) — 0.0 yds +0.03 EPA
• Justise Hairston (164) — 0.0 yds -0.64 EPA

Receiving

• Brian Leonard (164) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.18 EPA
• Jason Teague () (127) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.28 EPA
• Matt Trannon () (127) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.66 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Ryan Hart	164	28	0.0%	0	0	+0.44	+12.27
Damon Dowdell	127	33	6.1%	0	2	-0.07	-2.23

Team EPA comparison

Stat	MSU	RUTG
Plays	0	0
EPA / play	—	—
Total EPA	—	—
Success rate	—	—
Pass EPA / play	—	—
Rush EPA / play	—	—
Yards	0	0

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	164	10	0	+4.73	Ended
Q1	127	5	0	-2.21	Ended
Q1	164	5	0	-0.44	Missed FG
Q1	127	5	0	-0.61	Ended
Q1	164	6	0	-1.54	Missed FG
Q2	127	1	0	-0.20	Ended
Q2	164	3	0	+1.63	Interception
Q2	127	9	0	+1.07	Missed FG
Q2	164	8	0	+0.91	Field goal
Q2	127	1	0	+2.28	Pass TD
Q2	127	4	0	+1.78	Ended
Q2	164	2	0	-1.04	Ended
Q2	127	1	0	+1.34	Fumble
Q2	164	2	0	-1.22	Field goal
Q3	127	2	0	+0.39	Ended
Q3	164	5	0	+0.57	Field goal

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Michigan State Spartans · Damon Dowdell (MSU) pass across the middle intercepted by Ryan Neill (RU). Returned for a 31 yard touchdown. (-8.04 EPA)
2. Q2 · Michigan State Spartans · Spartans fumble by Jason Teague (MSU), recovered by Val Barnaby (RU), returned for no gain. (-5.28 EPA)
3. Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Damon Dowdell (MSU) pass left side complete to Eric Knott (MSU) for a 54 yard touchdown. (+5.08 EPA)
4. Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Spartans fumble by Eric Knott (MSU), recovered by Kevin Brock (RU), returned for no gain. (-4.17 EPA)
5. Q2 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Scarlet Knights 24 yard field goal attempt blocked, recovered by Kevin Vickerson (MSU). (-3.41 EPA)
6. Q3 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Ryan Hart (RU) pass across the middle complete to Chris Baker (RU) for 23 yards. (+3.38 EPA)
7. Q1 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · 29 yard field goal by Jeremy Ito (RU) is no good. (-3.24 EPA)
8. Q3 · Michigan State Spartans · Damon Dowdell (MSU) pass right side complete to Matt Trannon (MSU) for 18 yards. (+3.14 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Rutgers Scarlet Knights controlled the final (19–14) in Week 2.
• Passing edge: Ryan Hart (164) — yds.
• EPA edge: MSU at EPA/play.
• Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Michigan State Spartans vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights?

Michigan State Spartans 14, Rutgers Scarlet Knights 19 in Week 2 of the 2004 college football season.

Who won Michigan State Spartans vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights?

Rutgers Scarlet Knights won with a final score of 14–19.

Where can I find the Michigan State Spartans vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=242480164.

Who led Michigan State Spartans vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights in passing?

Ryan Hart (164) led passers with 0.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Michigan State Spartans at Rutgers Scarlet Knights in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.