Michigan State Spartans vs. Penn State Nittany Lions: 2006 Week 12 Recap

Quick answer

Penn State Nittany Lions defeated Michigan State Spartans 17–13 in Week 12, 2006. Final score: Michigan State Spartans 13, Penn State Nittany Lions 17.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Michigan State Spartans	9	3	0	0	13
Penn State Nittany Lions	0	6	6	3	17

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Matt Trannon (127) — 0.0 yds · -0.77 EPA/play -0.77 EPA
• Anthony Morelli (213) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.07 EPA/play -2.42 EPA
• Brian Hoyer (127) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.15 EPA/play -7.87 EPA

Rushing

• Tony Hunt (213) — 0.0 yds -0.35 EPA
• Jerramy Scott (127) — 0.0 yds -0.39 EPA
• Javon Ringer (127) — 0.0 yds -0.86 EPA

Receiving

• Matt Trannon (127) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.62 EPA
• Kerry Reed (127) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +0.39 EPA
• Kellen Davis (127) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.73 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Matt Trannon	127	1	0.0%	0	0	-0.77	-0.77
Anthony Morelli	213	35	5.7%	0	2	-0.07	-2.42
Brian Hoyer	127	52	1.9%	0	1	-0.15	-7.87

Team EPA comparison

Stat	MSU	PSU
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	127	1	0	+0.30	Ended
Q1	213	5	0	-3.85	Fumble
Q1	127	4	0	-1.73	Field goal
Q1	213	1	0	-4.84	Fumble
Q1	127	2	0	+1.18	Pass TD
Q1	213	3	0	-5.92	Fumble
Q1	127	9	0	+2.81	Missed FG
Q1	213	4	0	-1.90	Punt
Q1	127	6	0	-1.80	Punt
Q2	213	3	0	-0.64	Ended
Q2	127	5	0	+1.16	Field goal
Q2	213	6	0	-2.82	Fumble
Q2	127	4	0	-0.61	Punt
Q2	213	12	0	+1.38	Pass TD
Q2	127	3	0	-5.22	Ended
Q3	213	2	0	+1.09	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Anthony Morelli rush for a loss of 1 yard, fumbled at the MSU 48, recovered by John Stipek at the MSU 48. (-5.7 EPA)
2. Q1 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Tony Hunt rush for 7 yards, fumbled at the PnnSt 44, forced by Clifton Ryan, recovered by Travis Key at the PnnSt 44, Penn St penalty holding declined. (-4.84 EPA)
3. Q1 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Anthony Morelli sacked by Travis Key, fumbled at the PnnSt 11, recovered by David Stanton at the PnnSt 11, tackled by Travis Key. (-4.3 EPA)
4. Q2 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Tony Hunt rush for no gain, fumbled at the PnnSt 43, forced by Ogemdi Nwagbuo, recovered by Ervin Baldwin at the PnnSt 43. (-4.27 EPA)
5. Q2 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Anthony Morelli pass complete to Andrew Quarless for 17 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.93 EPA)
6. Q2 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Michigan St penalty 15 yard personal foul accepted, no play. (+3.73 EPA)
7. Q2 · Michigan State Spartans · Brian Hoyer pass incomplete. (-3.51 EPA)
8. Q3 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Anthony Morelli pass complete to Derrick Williams for 23 yards to the PnnSt 42 for a 1ST down. (+3.48 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Penn State Nittany Lions controlled the final (17–13) in Week 12.
• Passing edge: Matt Trannon (127) — 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 Penn State Nittany Lions?

Michigan State Spartans 13, Penn State Nittany Lions 17 in Week 12 of the 2006 college football season.

Who won Michigan State Spartans vs Penn State Nittany Lions?

Penn State Nittany Lions won with a final score of 13–17.

Where can I find the Michigan State Spartans vs Penn State Nittany Lions box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=263220213.

Who led Michigan State Spartans vs Penn State Nittany Lions in passing?

Matt Trannon (127) 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 Penn State Nittany Lions in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.