Boston College Eagles vs. Michigan State Spartans: 2007 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Boston College Eagles defeated Michigan State Spartans 24–21 in Week 1, 2007. Final score: Boston College Eagles 24, Michigan State Spartans 21.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Boston College Eagles	6	6	3	6	24
Michigan State Spartans	6	3	3	6	21

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Matt Ryan (103) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · -0.12 EPA/play -4.85 EPA
• Brian Hoyer (127) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.22 EPA/play -6.19 EPA

Rushing

• Javon Ringer (127) — 0.0 yds -0.12 EPA
• Jehuu Caulcrick (127) — 0.0 yds -0.44 EPA
• Andre Callender (103) — 0.0 yds -0.44 EPA

Receiving

• Rich Gunnell (103) — 2 rec · 0.0 yds +1.81 EPA
• Kellen Davis (127) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.10 EPA
• Devin Thomas (127) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.06 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Matt Ryan	103	41	7.3%	0	3	-0.12	-4.85
Brian Hoyer	127	28	7.1%	0	2	-0.22	-6.19

Team EPA comparison

Stat	BC	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	127	1	0	-0.19	Ended
Q1	103	1	0	+0.39	Pass TD
Q1	103	3	0	+1.31	Ended
Q1	127	1	0	-6.48	Fumble
Q1	103	3	0	-2.46	Punt
Q1	127	6	0	+0.89	Interception
Q1	103	5	0	-0.24	Punt
Q1	127	10	0	-3.67	Ended
Q1	103	3	0	-2.99	Punt
Q1	127	1	0	+3.26	Pass TD
Q1	127	2	0	-6.40	Ended
Q2	103	3	0	+0.82	Ended
Q2	103	2	0	-0.58	Interception
Q2	127	0	0	—	Field goal
Q2	127	2	0	-0.77	Ended
Q2	103	2	0	-2.22	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Boston College Eagles · Matt Ryan sacked by Greg Jones at the BC 37 for a loss of 10 yards. (-6.56 EPA)
2. Q1 · Michigan State Spartans · Brian Hoyer rush for no gain, fumbled at the MchSt 11, recovered by BC at the MchSt 11. (-6.48 EPA)
3. Q3 · Michigan State Spartans · Brian Hoyer pass intercepted by Kevin Akins at the MchSt 45, returned for 17 yards to the MchSt 28. (-5.78 EPA)
4. Q1 · Michigan State Spartans · Jehuu Caulcrick rush for 4 yards to the BC 14. (-5.11 EPA)
5. Q1 · Michigan State Spartans · Brian Hoyer pass intercepted by Jamie Silva at the BC 0, returned for 38 yards to the BC 38. (-4.94 EPA)
6. Q4 · Boston College Eagles · Matt Ryan pass complete to Rich Gunnell for 68 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+4.62 EPA)
7. Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Brian Hoyer pass incomplete to Jehuu Caulcrick. (-4.19 EPA)
8. Q2 · Boston College Eagles · Matt Ryan pass intercepted by Eric Gordon at the BC 44, returned for 17 yards to the BC 27. (-3.67 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Boston College Eagles controlled the final (24–21) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Matt Ryan (103) — yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: BC 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 Boston College Eagles vs Michigan State Spartans?

Boston College Eagles 24, Michigan State Spartans 21 in Week 1 of the 2007 college football season.

Who won Boston College Eagles vs Michigan State Spartans?

Boston College Eagles won with a final score of 24–21.

Where can I find the Boston College Eagles vs Michigan State Spartans box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=273620127.

Who led Boston College Eagles vs Michigan State Spartans in passing?

Matt Ryan (103) led passers with 0.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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