Michigan State Spartans vs. Notre Dame Fighting Irish: 2007 Week 4 Recap

Quick answer

Michigan State Spartans defeated Notre Dame Fighting Irish 31–14 in Week 4, 2007. Final score: Michigan State Spartans 31, Notre Dame Fighting Irish 14.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Michigan State Spartans	12	3	12	0	31
Notre Dame Fighting Irish	6	6	0	0	14

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Brian Hoyer (127) — 0.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.25 EPA/play +5.03 EPA
• Evan Sharpley (87) — 0.0 yds · -0.18 EPA/play -1.41 EPA
• Jimmy Clausen (87) — 0.0 yds · -0.55 EPA/play -7.62 EPA

Rushing

• Javon Ringer (127) — 0.0 yds -0.09 EPA
• Jehuu Caulcrick (127) — 0.0 yds -0.13 EPA
• James Aldridge (87) — 0.0 yds -0.23 EPA

Receiving

• Devin Thomas (127) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.46 EPA
• David Grimes (87) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +1.51 EPA
• George West Jr. (87) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.41 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Brian Hoyer	127	20	20.0%	0	4	+0.25	+5.03
Evan Sharpley	87	8	0.0%	0	0	-0.18	-1.41
Jimmy Clausen	87	14	0.0%	0	0	-0.55	-7.62

Team EPA comparison

Stat	MSU	ND
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	87	1	0	-1.04	Ended
Q1	127	5	0	+1.96	Pass TD
Q1	87	3	0	-3.21	Punt
Q1	127	3	0	-2.77	Punt
Q1	87	3	0	-1.71	Punt
Q1	127	8	0	+1.68	Pass TD
Q1	87	3	0	-0.76	Rush TD
Q1	127	2	0	-3.11	Fumble
Q1	87	6	0	-3.32	Punt
Q2	127	4	0	+0.78	Ended
Q2	87	6	0	-1.47	Punt
Q2	127	5	0	+0.87	Interception
Q2	87	3	0	-1.47	Punt
Q2	127	3	0	-1.91	Punt
Q2	87	5	0	+5.49	Rush TD
Q2	127	0	0	—	Field goal

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Notre Dame Fighting Irish · Jimmy Clausen sacked by Jonal Saint-Dic at the NDame 14 for a loss of 17 yards. (-6.11 EPA)
2. Q3 · Michigan State Spartans · Brian Hoyer pass complete to Kellen Davis for 30 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+4.31 EPA)
3. Q1 · Michigan State Spartans · Brian Hoyer rush for a loss of 2 yards, fumbled at the MchSt 9, forced by Team, recovered by NDame at the MchSt 9. (-4.22 EPA)
4. Q3 · Notre Dame Fighting Irish · Robert Hughes rush for a loss of 1 yard to the 50 yard line. (-4.03 EPA)
5. Q2 · Michigan State Spartans · Brian Hoyer pass intercepted by David Bruton at the NDame 0, returned for no gain to the NDame 20. (-3.7 EPA)
6. Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Brett Swenson 20 yard field goal MISSED. (-3.28 EPA)
7. Q3 · Michigan State Spartans · Brian Hoyer pass complete to Devin Thomas for 19 yards to the NDame 21 for a 1ST down. (+3.18 EPA)
8. Q2 · Notre Dame Fighting Irish · James Aldridge rush for 43 yards to the MchSt 23 for a 1ST down. (+2.76 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Michigan State Spartans controlled the final (31–14) in Week 4.
• Passing edge: Brian Hoyer (127) — yds, 4 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 Notre Dame Fighting Irish?

Michigan State Spartans 31, Notre Dame Fighting Irish 14 in Week 4 of the 2007 college football season.

Who won Michigan State Spartans vs Notre Dame Fighting Irish?

Michigan State Spartans won with a final score of 31–14.

Where can I find the Michigan State Spartans vs Notre Dame Fighting Irish box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=272650087.

Who led Michigan State Spartans vs Notre Dame Fighting Irish in passing?

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

Full analytics box score

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