Penn State Nittany Lions 31–35 Michigan State Spartans: Final Score & Recap | Week 12, 2007

Quick answer

Michigan State Spartans defeated Penn State Nittany Lions 35–31 in Week 12, 2007. Final score: Penn State Nittany Lions 31, Michigan State Spartans 35.

Game summary

Michigan State Spartans edged Penn State Nittany Lions 35–31 in Week 12 of the 2007 season.

Scoring: 8 touchdowns, 1 field goal across 9 plays.
Passing leader: Brian Hoyer (127) — 0.0 pass yds, 4 TD, +0.86 EPA/play.
Rushing leader: Rodney Kinlaw — 0.0 yds, 1 TD.
Receiving leader: Devin Thomas — 3 rec, 0.0 yds.

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Penn State Nittany Lions	6	9	6	0	31
Michigan State Spartans	6	0	12	12	35

Scoring Map

Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.

PSUPenn State Nittany Lions

MSUMichigan State Spartans

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Scoring timeline

9 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

PSU
Q1TD
DBDeon Butler
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
6-0
Anthony Morelli pass complete to Deon Butler for 37 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.
MSU
Q1TD
DTDevin Thomas
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
6-6
Brian Hoyer pass complete to Devin Thomas for 12 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.
PSU
Q2TD
RKRodney Kinlaw
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
12-6
Rodney Kinlaw rush for 4 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.
PSU
Q2FG
Points+3
Yard line
OPP 4
Score
15-6
Kevin Kelly 21 yard field goal GOOD.
MSU
Q3TD
DTDevin Thomas
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
15-12
Brian Hoyer pass complete to Devin Thomas for 33 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.
MSU
Q3TD
JMJeff McPherson
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
15-18
Brian Hoyer pass complete to Jeff McPherson for 3 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.
PSU
Q3TD
KKKevin Kelly
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
21-18
Kevin Kelly rush for 5 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.
MSU
Q4TD
JCJehuu Caulcrick
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
21-24
Jehuu Caulcrick rush for 1 yard for a TOUCHDOWN.
MSU
Q4TD
DTDevin Thomas
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
21-30
Brian Hoyer pass complete to Devin Thomas for 26 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.

Stars of the game

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

Passing

Brian Hoyer (127) — 0.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.86 EPA/play +16.38 EPA
Ryan Allison (127) — 0.0 yds · +2.49 EPA/play +2.49 EPA
Derrick Williams (213) — 0.0 yds · -0.47 EPA/play -0.47 EPA

Rushing

Rodney Kinlaw (213) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.17 EPA
Jehuu Caulcrick (127) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.03 EPA
Javon Ringer (127) — 0.0 yds -0.28 EPA

Receiving

Devin Thomas (127) — 3 rec · 0.0 yds +1.81 EPA
Terrell Golden (213) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds -0.08 EPA
Deon Butler (213) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.29 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Brian Hoyer	127	19	21.1%	4	+0.86	+16.38
Ryan Allison	127	1	0.0%	0	+2.49	+2.49
Derrick Williams	213	1	0.0%	0	-0.47	-0.47
Anthony Morelli	213	30	3.3%	1	-0.03	-0.82
Daryll Clark	213	1	0.0%	0	-1.52	-1.52

Team EPA comparison

Stat	PSU	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	EPA	Result
Q1	213	3	+3.34	Pass TD
Q1	127	5	-0.09	Interception
Q1	213	2	-0.66	Ended
Q1	127	4	-1.34	Pass TD
Q1	213	5	+1.69	Punt
Q1	127	8	-0.05	Punt
Q1	213	6	-5.27	Rush TD
Q2	213	14	+1.15	Ended
Q2	213	3	-1.93	Punt
Q2	127	4	-1.61	Ended
Q2	213	3	-2.47	Field goal
Q2	127	4	-1.91	Punt
Q2	213	4	-2.05	Ended
Q3	127	2	-1.94	Pass TD
Q3	213	2	-2.19	Punt
Q3	127	7	+4.54	Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

Q1 · Michigan State Spartans · Brian Hoyer pass intercepted by Anthony Scirrotto at the PnSt 27, returned for 53 yards to the MchSt 20, tackled by Brian Hoyer. (-6.36 EPA)
Q3 · Michigan State Spartans · Brian Hoyer rush for a loss of 2 yards, fumbled at the MchSt 35, recovered by Tyrell Sales at the MchSt 35. (-5.57 EPA)
Q2 · Michigan State Spartans · Brian Hoyer pass intercepted by Sean Lee at the PnSt 35, returned for no gain to the PnSt 35. (-4.69 EPA)
Q3 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Rodney Kinlaw rush for 4 yards to the MchSt 5, tackled by Sir Darean Adams and Travis Key. (-4.49 EPA)
Q1 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Evan Royster rush for 5 yards to the MchSt 2, tackled by Justin Kershaw. (-4.49 EPA)
Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Jehuu Caulcrick rush for 17 yards to the MchSt 42 for a 1ST down, tackled by Justin King. (+3.94 EPA)
Q3 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Kevin Kelly rush for 5 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.87 EPA)
Q1 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Anthony Morelli pass complete to Deon Butler for 37 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.64 EPA)

Key takeaways

Michigan State Spartans controlled the final (35–31) in Week 12.
Passing edge: Brian Hoyer (127) — yds, 4 TD.
EPA edge: PSU at EPA/play.
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Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Penn State Nittany Lions vs Michigan State Spartans?

Penn State Nittany Lions 31, Michigan State Spartans 35 in Week 12 of the 2007 college football season.

Who won Penn State Nittany Lions vs Michigan State Spartans?

Michigan State Spartans won with a final score of 31–35.

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

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=273210127.

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

Brian Hoyer (127) led passers with 0.0 yards and 4 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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