Georgia Bulldogs vs. Michigan State Spartans: 2008 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Georgia Bulldogs defeated Michigan State Spartans 24–12 in Week 1, 2008. Final score: Georgia Bulldogs 24, Michigan State Spartans 12.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Georgia Bulldogs	3	0	12	6	24
Michigan State Spartans	3	3	0	6	12

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Matthew Stafford (61) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.35 EPA/play +11.13 EPA
• Kirk Cousins (127) — 0.0 yds · -0.16 EPA/play -0.94 EPA
• Keshawn Martin (127) — 0.0 yds · -1.68 EPA/play -1.68 EPA

Rushing

• Knowshon Moreno (61) — 0.0 yds -0.32 EPA
• Javon Ringer (127) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.42 EPA
• Matthew Stafford (61) — 0.0 yds -0.02 EPA

Receiving

• Knowshon Moreno (61) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +0.91 EPA
• B.J. Cunningham (127) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +1.22 EPA
• Michael Moore (61) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.13 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Matthew Stafford	61	32	9.4%	0	3	+0.35	+11.13
Kirk Cousins	127	6	0.0%	0	0	-0.16	-0.94
Keshawn Martin	127	1	0.0%	0	0	-1.68	-1.68
Brian Hoyer	127	35	0.0%	0	0	-0.30	-10.43

Team EPA comparison

Stat	UGA	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	5	0	-3.26	Ended
Q1	61	1	0	-4.98	Fumble
Q1	61	3	0	+0.94	Ended
Q1	127	0	0	—	Field goal
Q1	127	3	0	-5.35	Ended
Q1	61	1	0	+0.59	Ended
Q1	127	5	0	+0.03	Punt
Q1	61	0	0	—	Field goal
Q1	61	7	0	+0.53	Ended
Q1	127	8	0	-5.57	Ended
Q2	61	6	0	-1.45	Punt
Q2	127	0	0	—	Field goal
Q2	127	9	0	-1.89	Ended
Q2	61	4	0	-5.75	Ended
Q2	127	8	0	-0.26	Missed FG
Q2	61	5	0	-1.95	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Georgia Bulldogs · Matthew Stafford pass intercepted by Kendell Davis-Clark at the Geo 36, returned for 24 yards to the Geo 12. (-6.59 EPA)
2. Q3 · Michigan State Spartans · Aaron Bates punt for 32 yards, returned by Prince Miller for 38 yards to the MchSt 42, Georgia penalty 15 yard personal foul accepted for a 1ST down. (-6.16 EPA)
3. Q1 · Georgia Bulldogs · A.J. Green rush for 6 yards, fumbled, recovered by MchSt at the Geo 46. (-4.97 EPA)
4. Q4 · Georgia Bulldogs · Matthew Stafford pass complete to Knowshon Moreno for 21 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.79 EPA)
5. Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Brian Hoyer pass intercepted by Reshad Jones at the MchSt 48, returned for 29 yards to the MchSt 19. (-3.39 EPA)
6. Q3 · Georgia Bulldogs · Matthew Stafford pass complete to Michael Moore for 35 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.0 EPA)
7. Q2 · Michigan State Spartans · Brett Swenson 53 yard field goal MISSED. (-2.96 EPA)
8. Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Brian Hoyer pass complete to B.J. Cunningham for 7 yards to the Geo 24 for a 1ST down. (+2.94 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Georgia Bulldogs controlled the final (24–12) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Matthew Stafford (61) — yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: UGA 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 Georgia Bulldogs vs Michigan State Spartans?

Georgia Bulldogs 24, Michigan State Spartans 12 in Week 1 of the 2008 college football season.

Who won Georgia Bulldogs vs Michigan State Spartans?

Georgia Bulldogs won with a final score of 24–12.

Where can I find the Georgia Bulldogs vs Michigan State Spartans box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=290010127.

Who led Georgia Bulldogs vs Michigan State Spartans in passing?

Matthew Stafford (61) led passers with 0.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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