Idaho Vandals vs. Michigan State Spartans: 2006 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Michigan State Spartans defeated Idaho Vandals 27–17 in Week 1, 2006. Final score: Idaho Vandals 17, Michigan State Spartans 27.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Idaho Vandals	3	0	6	6	17
Michigan State Spartans	6	9	0	9	27

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Steven Wichman (70) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.17 EPA/play +5.29 EPA
• Drew Stanton (127) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.18 EPA/play +4.40 EPA

Rushing

• Jayson Bird (70) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.06 EPA
• Javon Ringer (127) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.35 EPA
• Jehuu Caulcrick (127) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.11 EPA

Receiving

• Max Komar (70) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.83 EPA
• Kerry Reed (127) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.40 EPA
• Luke Smithanderson (70) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.47 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Steven Wichman	70	31	3.2%	0	1	+0.17	+5.29
Drew Stanton	127	24	4.2%	0	1	+0.18	+4.40

Team EPA comparison

Stat	IDHO	MSU
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	70	9	0	-1.56	Field goal
Q1	127	10	0	+6.69	Pass TD
Q1	70	8	0	+1.31	Punt
Q1	127	3	0	-4.44	Punt
Q2	70	1	0	-0.83	Ended
Q2	127	4	0	+1.00	Field goal
Q2	70	9	0	+2.02	Ended
Q2	127	5	0	+1.51	Rush TD
Q2	70	5	0	-0.33	Interception
Q2	127	6	0	-2.02	Punt
Q3	127	2	0	-0.43	Ended
Q3	70	2	0	-0.65	Punt
Q3	127	3	0	-2.54	Punt
Q3	70	13	0	+2.98	Rush TD
Q3	127	3	0	-0.86	Missed FG
Q3	70	3	0	-2.44	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Idaho Vandals · Steven Wichman pass intercepted by David Herron at the Idaho 42, returned for 23 yards to the Idaho 19. (-4.91 EPA)
2. Q4 · Idaho Vandals · Steven Wichman pass complete to Lee Smith for 13 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+4.03 EPA)
3. Q4 · Idaho Vandals · Steven Wichman pass complete to Lee Smith for 33 yards to the MSU 32 for a 1ST down. (+4.01 EPA)
4. Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Javon Ringer rush for no gain to the Idaho 25. (-3.59 EPA)
5. Q2 · Idaho Vandals · Tino Amancio 38 yard field goal BLOCKED. (-3.29 EPA)
6. Q2 · Idaho Vandals · T.J. Conley rush for 7 yards to the Idaho 33 for a 1ST down. (+3.02 EPA)
7. Q1 · Michigan State Spartans · Drew Stanton pass complete to Kerry Reed for 27 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+2.5 EPA)
8. Q3 · Idaho Vandals · Steven Wichman sacked by Sir Darea Adams at the Idaho 23 for a loss of 6 yards. (-2.43 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Michigan State Spartans controlled the final (27–17) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Steven Wichman (70) — yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: IDHO 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 Idaho Vandals vs Michigan State Spartans?

Idaho Vandals 17, Michigan State Spartans 27 in Week 1 of the 2006 college football season.

Who won Idaho Vandals vs Michigan State Spartans?

Michigan State Spartans won with a final score of 17–27.

Where can I find the Idaho Vandals vs Michigan State Spartans box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=262450127.

Who led Idaho Vandals vs Michigan State Spartans in passing?

Steven Wichman (70) led passers with 0.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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