Penn State Nittany Lions vs. Northwestern Wildcats: 2005 Week 4 Recap

Quick answer

Penn State Nittany Lions defeated Northwestern Wildcats 34–29 in Week 4, 2005. Final score: Penn State Nittany Lions 34, Northwestern Wildcats 29.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Penn State Nittany Lions	0	0	0	0	34
Northwestern Wildcats	0	0	0	0	29

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Michael Robinson (213.0) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.10 EPA/play +3.34 EPA
• Brett Basanez (77.0) — 0.0 yds · +0.05 EPA/play +1.85 EPA

Rushing

• Tyrell Sutton (77.0) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD -0.17 EPA
• Brett Basanez (77.0) — 0.0 yds -0.34 EPA
• Tony Hunt (213.0) — 0.0 yds +0.12 EPA

Receiving

• Shaun Herbert (77.0) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.38 EPA
• Jonathan Fields (77.0) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +1.36 EPA
• Tony Hunt (213.0) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.28 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Michael Robinson	213.0	32	9.4%	0	3	+0.10	+3.34
Brett Basanez	77.0	35	0.0%	0	0	+0.05	+1.85

Team EPA comparison

Stat	PSU	NU
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	77.0	8	0	-0.09	Field goal
Q1	77.0	9	0	-3.48	Ended
Q1	213.0	7	0	-4.32	Interception
Q1	77.0	1	0	+0.86	Rush TD
Q1	77.0	13	0	+0.28	Ended
Q2	213.0	1	0	+3.37	Pass TD
Q2	213.0	7	0	+2.03	Ended
Q2	77.0	4	0	-2.11	Punt
Q2	213.0	6	0	+0.05	Fumble
Q2	77.0	3	0	-3.54	Field goal
Q2	213.0	1	0	-5.20	Interception
Q2	77.0	10	0	+4.79	Rush TD
Q2	213.0	2	0	+0.32	Pass TD
Q2	213.0	6	0	+2.65	Ended
Q2	77.0	0	0	—	Field goal
Q3	213.0	6	0	+2.13	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · 213.0 · Michael Robinson rush for 3 yards, fumbled at the NWest 3, recovered by NWest at the NWest 3. (-5.65 EPA)
2. Q4 · 213.0 · Michael Robinson pass complete to Derrick Williams for 36 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+5.22 EPA)
3. Q2 · 213.0 · Michael Robinson pass intercepted by Marquice Cole at the PnnSt 28, returned for 11 yards to the PnnSt 17. (-5.2 EPA)
4. Q4 · 77.0 · Brett Basanez pass intercepted by Anwar Phillips at the PnnSt 47, returned for 7 yards to the NWest 46. (-3.99 EPA)
5. Q1 · 213.0 · Joel Howells on-side kick recovered by Northwestern at the PnnSt 26. (+3.97 EPA)
6. Q3 · 77.0 · Ryan Pederson rush for 19 yards to the PnnSt 46 for a 1ST down. (+3.9 EPA)
7. Q2 · 77.0 · Brett Basanez pass complete to Jonathan Fields for 38 yards to the PnnSt 1 for a 1ST down, Penn St penalty pass interference on Anwar Phillips declined. (+3.81 EPA)
8. Q1 · 213.0 · Michael Robinson pass intercepted by Eddie Simpson at the NWest 36, returned for 10 yards to the NWest 46. (-3.63 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Penn State Nittany Lions controlled the final (34–29) in Week 4.
• Passing edge: Michael Robinson (213.0) — yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: PSU 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 Penn State Nittany Lions vs Northwestern Wildcats?

Penn State Nittany Lions 34, Northwestern Wildcats 29 in Week 4 of the 2005 college football season.

Who won Penn State Nittany Lions vs Northwestern Wildcats?

Penn State Nittany Lions won with a final score of 34–29.

Where can I find the Penn State Nittany Lions vs Northwestern Wildcats box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=252670077.

Who led Penn State Nittany Lions vs Northwestern Wildcats in passing?

Michael Robinson (213.0) led passers with 0.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Penn State Nittany Lions at Northwestern Wildcats in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.