Michigan State Spartans vs. Notre Dame Fighting Irish: 2005 Week 3 Recap

Quick answer

Michigan State Spartans defeated Notre Dame Fighting Irish 44–41 in Week 3, 2005. Final score: Michigan State Spartans 44, Notre Dame Fighting Irish 41.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Michigan State Spartans	0	0	0	0	44
Notre Dame Fighting Irish	0	0	0	0	41

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Brady Quinn (87.0) — 0.0 yds · 5 TD · +0.56 EPA/play +28.01 EPA
• Drew Stanton (127.0) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.41 EPA/play +10.70 EPA
• TEAM (87.0) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +7.96 EPA/play +7.96 EPA

Rushing

• Darius Walker (87.0) — 0.0 yds -0.04 EPA
• Drew Stanton (127.0) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.29 EPA
• Jason Teague (127.0) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.04 EPA

Receiving

• Anthony Fasano (87.0) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.83 EPA
• Maurice Stovall (87.0) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +2.81 EPA
• Jeff Samardzija (87.0) — 3 rec · 0.0 yds +2.17 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Brady Quinn	87.0	50	10.0%	0	5	+0.56	+28.01
Drew Stanton	127.0	26	11.5%	0	3	+0.41	+10.70
TEAM	87.0	1	100.0%	0	1	+7.96	+7.96

Team EPA comparison

Stat	MSU	ND
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	87.0	5	0	-1.21	Punt
Q1	127.0	1	0	+1.45	Pass TD
Q1	127.0	6	0	+2.05	Ended
Q1	87.0	13	0	+5.90	Pass TD
Q1	127.0	3	0	+4.27	Pass TD
Q1	127.0	1	0	+1.48	Ended
Q1	87.0	3	0	-3.23	Ended
Q1	127.0	3	0	-1.55	Punt
Q2	87.0	2	0	+1.45	Ended
Q2	127.0	1	0	+1.66	Rush TD
Q2	127.0	3	0	+2.73	Ended
Q2	127.0	1	0	+0.71	Punt
Q2	87.0	4	0	+0.49	Punt
Q2	127.0	3	0	-2.30	Ended
Q2	87.0	3	0	-2.06	Ended
Q2	127.0	7	0	-0.65	Field goal

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · 87.0 · Brady Quinn pass intercepted by Darean Adams at the NDame 31, returned for 31 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+7.96 EPA)
2. Q3 · 87.0 · Asaph Schwapp rush for 1 yard, fumbled at the MSU 7, forced by Team, recovered by David Herron Jr at the MSU 7. (-7.75 EPA)
3. Q4 · 87.0 · Brady Quinn pass complete to Maurice Stovall for 50 yards to the MSU 14 for a 1ST down. (+5.64 EPA)
4. Q1 · 87.0 · Brady Quinn pass complete to Maurice Stovall for 18 yards to the MSU 20 for a 1ST down. (+5.36 EPA)
5. Q2 · 127.0 · Carl Gioia kickoff for 54 yards returned by Kyle Brown for 23 yards to the MSU 34, fumbled at the MSU 34, forced by John Carlson, recovered by Chinedum Ndukwe. (-4.97 EPA)
6. Q2 · 87.0 · DJ Fitzpatrick punt for 44 yards, returned by Kyle Brown for 13 yards to the NDame 43, Michigan St penalty 7 yard illegal block accepted. (-4.72 EPA)
7. Q4 · 87.0 · Asaph Schwapp rush for no gain to the MSU 21. (-4.58 EPA)
8. Q2 · 87.0 · Brady Quinn pass complete to Jeff Samardzija for 31 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+4.24 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Michigan State Spartans controlled the final (44–41) in Week 3.
• Passing edge: Brady Quinn (87.0) — yds, 5 TD.
• 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 Notre Dame Fighting Irish?

Michigan State Spartans 44, Notre Dame Fighting Irish 41 in Week 3 of the 2005 college football season.

Who won Michigan State Spartans vs Notre Dame Fighting Irish?

Michigan State Spartans won with a final score of 44–41.

Where can I find the Michigan State Spartans vs Notre Dame Fighting Irish box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=252600087.

Who led Michigan State Spartans vs Notre Dame Fighting Irish in passing?

Brady Quinn (87.0) led passers with 0.0 yards and 5 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Michigan State Spartans at Notre Dame Fighting Irish in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.