Michigan State Spartans vs. Pittsburgh Panthers: 2006 Week 3 Recap

Quick answer

Michigan State Spartans defeated Pittsburgh Panthers 38–23 in Week 3, 2006. Final score: Michigan State Spartans 38, Pittsburgh Panthers 23.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Michigan State Spartans	0	9	12	12	38
Pittsburgh Panthers	9	0	0	12	23

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Tyler Palko (221) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.48 EPA/play +18.61 EPA
• Drew Stanton (127) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.35 EPA/play +8.47 EPA
• TEAM (221) — 0.0 yds · -1.58 EPA/play -1.58 EPA

Rushing

• Jehuu Caulcrick (127) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD -0.06 EPA
• Javon Ringer (127) — 0.0 yds +0.24 EPA
• Drew Stanton (127) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.71 EPA

Receiving

• Derek Kinder (221) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.37 EPA
• Todd Boleski (127) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.44 EPA
• Steve Buches (221) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +0.84 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Tyler Palko	221	39	5.1%	0	2	+0.48	+18.61
Drew Stanton	127	24	8.3%	0	2	+0.35	+8.47
TEAM	221	1	0.0%	0	0	-1.58	-1.58

Team EPA comparison

Stat	MSU	PITT
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	221	2	0	-2.20	Ended
Q1	221	6	0	+3.57	Rush TD
Q1	127	1	0	-1.67	Interception
Q1	221	3	0	-3.71	Fumble
Q1	127	4	0	+1.21	Punt
Q1	221	9	0	+0.63	Field goal
Q1	127	4	0	-4.81	Punt
Q2	221	2	0	+2.22	Interception
Q2	127	11	0	+6.50	Pass TD
Q2	221	7	0	-1.11	Punt
Q2	127	0	0	—	Field goal
Q2	127	12	0	+1.93	Ended
Q2	221	1	0	-1.32	Punt
Q3	127	4	0	+1.72	Ended
Q3	221	1	0	-0.00	Punt
Q3	127	8	0	-0.30	Rush TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Pittsburgh Panthers · Tyler Palko pass complete to Derek Kinder for 49 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+6.18 EPA)
2. Q1 · Pittsburgh Panthers · Tyler Palko rush for 5 yards, fumbled at the Pitt 49, recovered by David Stanton at the Pitt 49. (-5.41 EPA)
3. Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Javon Ringer rush for 71 yards to the Pitt 16 for a 1ST down. (+5.21 EPA)
4. Q1 · Michigan State Spartans · Drew Stanton pass intercepted by HB Blades at the 50 yard line, returned for no gain to the 50 yard line. (-4.1 EPA)
5. Q4 · Pittsburgh Panthers · Tyler Palko pass complete to Derek Kinder for 10 yards to the MSU 49 for a 1ST down. (+3.31 EPA)
6. Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Aj Jimmerson rush for a loss of 1 yard, fumbled at the Pitt 34, recovered by Pitt at the Pitt 34. (-2.87 EPA)
7. Q2 · Michigan State Spartans · Drew Stanton pass complete to Todd Boleski for 23 yards to the Pitt 7 for a 1ST down. (+2.69 EPA)
8. Q2 · Pittsburgh Panthers · Tyler Palko pass complete to Larod Stephenshowling for 11 yards to the MSU 36 for a 1ST down. (+2.65 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Michigan State Spartans controlled the final (38–23) in Week 3.
• Passing edge: Tyler Palko (221) — yds, 2 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 Pittsburgh Panthers?

Michigan State Spartans 38, Pittsburgh Panthers 23 in Week 3 of the 2006 college football season.

Who won Michigan State Spartans vs Pittsburgh Panthers?

Michigan State Spartans won with a final score of 38–23.

Where can I find the Michigan State Spartans vs Pittsburgh Panthers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=262590221.

Who led Michigan State Spartans vs Pittsburgh Panthers in passing?

Tyler Palko (221) led passers with 0.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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