UAB Blazers vs. Michigan State Spartans: 2007 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Michigan State Spartans defeated UAB Blazers 55–18 in Week 1, 2007. Final score: UAB Blazers 18, Michigan State Spartans 55.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
UAB Blazers	0	3	0	12	18
Michigan State Spartans	18	15	5	6	55

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Brian Hoyer (127) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.32 EPA/play +5.69 EPA
• Connor Dixon (127) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.86 EPA/play +4.30 EPA
• Sam Hunt (5) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.09 EPA/play +3.31 EPA

Rushing

• Javon Ringer (127) — 0.0 yds -0.08 EPA
• Rashaud Slaughter (5) — 0.0 yds -0.28 EPA
• Jehuu Caulcrick (127) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD +0.44 EPA

Receiving

• Joseph Webb (5) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.47 EPA
• Devin Thomas (127) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.14 EPA
• Frantrell Forrest (5) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.50 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Brian Hoyer	127	18	5.6%	0	1	+0.32	+5.69
Connor Dixon	127	5	20.0%	0	1	+0.86	+4.30
Sam Hunt	5	36	2.8%	0	1	+0.09	+3.31
Nick Foles	127	8	0.0%	0	0	+0.21	+1.71

Team EPA comparison

Stat	UAB	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	6	0	+1.96	Ended
Q1	5	3	0	-3.04	Punt
Q1	127	5	0	+3.84	Rush TD
Q1	5	2	0	-0.61	Punt
Q1	127	1	0	+0.83	Rush TD
Q1	127	8	0	+3.75	Ended
Q1	5	10	0	-0.73	Punt
Q1	127	1	0	+0.59	Rush TD
Q2	127	4	0	-1.28	Field goal
Q2	5	5	0	+1.29	Interception
Q2	127	7	0	-0.92	Punt
Q2	5	3	0	+0.01	Field goal
Q2	127	1	0	+2.54	Pass TD
Q2	127	8	0	-0.57	Ended
Q2	5	1	0	-0.91	Punt
Q2	5	2	0	-0.78	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Michigan State Spartans · Brian Hoyer sacked by Joe Henderson for a loss of 1 yard for a SAFETY. (-3.98 EPA)
2. Q4 · UAB Blazers · Sam Hunt pass complete to Joseph Webb for 15 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.73 EPA)
3. Q3 · UAB Blazers · Swayze Waters punt for 47 yards downed at the MchSt 1. (+3.61 EPA)
4. Q4 · UAB Blazers · Swayze Waters 50 yard field goal GOOD. (+3.49 EPA)
5. Q1 · UAB Blazers · Sam Hunt pass complete to Joseph Webb for 17 yards to the UAB 35 for a 1ST down, tackled by Kendell Davis-Clark out-of-bounds. (+3.31 EPA)
6. Q1 · Michigan State Spartans · Jehuu Caulcrick rush for 42 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+2.83 EPA)
7. Q2 · Michigan State Spartans · Connor Dixon pass complete to Javon Ringer for 28 yards to the UAB 3 for a 1ST down, tackled by Matt Taylor. (+2.76 EPA)
8. Q2 · Michigan State Spartans · Brian Hoyer pass complete to Devin Thomas for 44 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+2.65 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Michigan State Spartans controlled the final (55–18) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Brian Hoyer (127) — yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: UAB 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 UAB Blazers vs Michigan State Spartans?

UAB Blazers 18, Michigan State Spartans 55 in Week 1 of the 2007 college football season.

Who won UAB Blazers vs Michigan State Spartans?

Michigan State Spartans won with a final score of 18–55.

Where can I find the UAB Blazers vs Michigan State Spartans box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=272440127.

Who led UAB Blazers vs Michigan State Spartans in passing?

Brian Hoyer (127) led passers with 0.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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