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Michigan State Spartans vs. Illinois Fighting Illini: 2005 Week 4 Recap

Spartans defeat Illini 61–14 in Week 4

Scoring plays, EPA leaders, and college football analytics for Michigan State Spartans vs. Illinois Fighting Illini (Week 4).

Michigan State Spartans 61 4-0 Winner
Final 61–14
Illinois Fighting Illini 14 2-1
Winner
Michigan State Spartans
Final score
61–14
Top passer
Drew Stanton

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Top CFB performers · Illini

Quick answer

Michigan State Spartans defeated Illinois Fighting Illini 61–14 in Week 4, 2005. Final score: Michigan State Spartans 61, Illinois Fighting Illini 14.

Game summary

Michigan State Spartans dominated Illinois Fighting Illini 61–14 in Week 4 of the 2005 season.

  • Scoring: 10 touchdowns, 1 field goal across 12 plays.
  • Passing leader: Drew Stanton (127.0) — 0.0 pass yds, 5 TD, +0.62 EPA/play.
  • Rushing leader: Javon Ringer — 0.0 yds.
  • Receiving leader: Matt Trannon — 1 rec, 0.0 yds.

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

TeamQ1Q2Q3Q4Final
Michigan State Spartans000061
Illinois Fighting Illini000014

Scoring Map

Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.

MSUMichigan State Spartans
ILLIllinois Fighting Illini

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Scoring timeline

12 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

  1. 127.0
    Q1FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 4
    Score
    0-0

    John Goss 21 yard field goal GOOD.

  2. 356.0
    Q1TD
    PTPierre Thomas

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-0

    Tim Brasic pass complete to Pierre Thomas for 11 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.

  3. 127.0
    Q1TD
    KBKyle Brown

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-0

    Drew Stanton pass complete to Kyle Brown for 75 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.

  4. 127.0
    Q2TD
    MTMatt Trannon

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-0

    Drew Stanton pass complete to Matt Trannon for 29 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.

  5. 127.0
    Q2TD
    JSJerramy Scott

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-0

    Jerramy Scott rush for 10 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.

  6. 127.0
    Q2TD
    JSJerramy Scott

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-0

    Drew Stanton pass complete to Jerramy Scott for 10 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.

  7. 127.0
    Q2TD
    DHDwayne Holmes

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-0

    Drew Stanton pass complete to Dwayne Holmes for 1 yard for a TOUCHDOWN.

  8. 127.0
    Q3TD
    KDKellen Davis

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-0

    Drew Stanton pass complete to Kellen Davis for 2 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.

  9. 356.0
    Q4Safety
    TBTim Brasic

    Points+2

    Yard line
    Own EZ
    Score
    0-0

    Tim Brasic sacked by Jonal Saintdic for a loss of 7 yards for a SAFETY.

  10. 356.0
    Q4TD
    RMRashard Mendenhall

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-0

    Tim Brasic pass complete to Rashard Mendenhall for 5 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.

  11. 127.0
    Q4TD
    KRKerry Reed

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-0

    Brian Hoyer pass complete to Kerry Reed for 30 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.

  12. 127.0
    Q4TD
    DHDwayne Holmes

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-0

    Brian Hoyer pass complete to Dwayne Holmes for 4 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.

Stars of the game

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

Passing

  • Drew Stanton (127.0) — 0.0 yds · 5 TD · +0.62 EPA/play +15.01 EPA
  • Brian Hoyer (127.0) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.65 EPA/play +5.17 EPA
  • Tim Brasic (356.0) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.21 EPA/play -5.85 EPA

Rushing

  • Javon Ringer (127.0) — 0.0 yds +0.73 EPA
  • Jehuu Caulcrick (127.0) — 0.0 yds -0.15 EPA
  • Pierre Thomas (356.0) — 0.0 yds -0.70 EPA

Receiving

  • Matt Trannon (127.0) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.35 EPA
  • Kerry Reed (127.0) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.00 EPA
  • Jody Ellis (356.0) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +1.16 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

PlayerTeamAttCmp%YdsTDEPA/playTotal EPA
Drew Stanton127.02420.8%05+0.62+15.01
Brian Hoyer127.0825.0%02+0.65+5.17
Tim Brasic356.0287.1%02-0.21-5.85

Team EPA comparison

StatMSUILL
Plays00
EPA / play
Total EPA
Success rate
Pass EPA / play
Rush EPA / play
Yards00

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

QtrOffensePlaysYardsEPAResult
Q1127.070-3.82Ended
Q1127.010+0.09Ended
Q1356.020-2.68Ended
Q1356.010-0.81Ended
Q1127.070+5.18Field goal
Q1356.010+2.49Pass TD
Q1356.090+3.18Ended
Q1127.010+4.73Pass TD
Q1356.030-2.44Punt
Q1127.030-2.79Punt
Q2356.010-2.31Ended
Q2127.010+4.56Pass TD
Q2356.030-2.66Fumble
Q2127.040+5.45Rush TD
Q2356.040-1.20Punt
Q2127.030-2.58Punt

Biggest EPA swings

  1. Q4 · 356.0 · Tim Brasic pass intercepted by Demond Williams at the MSU 0, returned for no gain to the MSU 20. (-6.16 EPA)
  2. Q1 · 127.0 · Drew Stanton pass complete to Kyle Brown for 75 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+4.73 EPA)
  3. Q4 · 356.0 · Brandon Fields kickoff for 62 yards returned by EB Halsey for 75 yards to the MSU 22. (+4.64 EPA)
  4. Q2 · 127.0 · Drew Stanton pass complete to Matt Trannon for 29 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+4.56 EPA)
  5. Q1 · 127.0 · Drew Stanton rush for a loss of 1 yard to the Illin 3. (-3.09 EPA)
  6. Q2 · 356.0 · Tim Brasic sacked by Michael Bazemore, fumbled at the Illin 45, recovered by Kaleb Thornhill, returned by Kaleb Thornhill for 16 yards at the Illin 29, tackled by Michael Bazemore. (-3.07 EPA)
  7. Q2 · 127.0 · Drew Stanton pass complete to Jerramy Scott for 10 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+2.93 EPA)
  8. Q2 · 127.0 · Jerramy Scott rush for 10 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+2.8 EPA)

Key takeaways

  • Michigan State Spartans controlled the final (61–14) in Week 4.
  • Passing edge: Drew Stanton (127.0) — 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 Illinois Fighting Illini?

Michigan State Spartans 61, Illinois Fighting Illini 14 in Week 4 of the 2005 college football season.

Who won Michigan State Spartans vs Illinois Fighting Illini?

Michigan State Spartans won with a final score of 61–14.

Where can I find the Michigan State Spartans vs Illinois Fighting Illini box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=252670356.

Who led Michigan State Spartans vs Illinois Fighting Illini in passing?

Drew Stanton (127.0) 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 Illinois Fighting Illini in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Season records after this game

Michigan State Spartans

Entered 3-0 Now 4-0 W

Illinois Fighting Illini

Entered 2-0 Now 2-1 L