Michigan State Spartans 31–38 California Golden Bears: Final Score & Recap | Week 1, 2008

Quick answer

California Golden Bears defeated Michigan State Spartans 38–31 in Week 1, 2008. Final score: Michigan State Spartans 31, California Golden Bears 38.

Game summary

California Golden Bears beat Michigan State Spartans 38–31 in Week 1 of the 2008 season.

Scoring: 8 touchdowns, 2 field goals across 10 plays.
Passing leader: Brian Hoyer (127) — 0.0 pass yds, 1 TD, +0.32 EPA/play.
Rushing leader: Javon Ringer — 0.0 yds, 2 TD.
Receiving leader: Mark Dell — 1 rec, 0.0 yds.

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Michigan State Spartans	6	0	6	15	31
California Golden Bears	0	9	6	12	38

Scoring Map

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

MSUMichigan State Spartans

+3OPP 9

+3OPP 18

CALCalifornia Golden Bears

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Scoring timeline

10 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

MSU
Q1TD
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
6-0
Team punt blocked by Brett Johnson, Bryant Nnabuife for 5 yards, to the MchSt 0 for a TOUCHDOWN.
CAL
Q2TD
JBJahvid Best
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
6-6
Jahvid Best rush for 2 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.
CAL
Q2FG
Points+3
Yard line
OPP 9
Score
6-9
David Seawright 26 yard field goal GOOD.
CAL
Q3TD
CMCameron Morrah
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
6-15
Kevin Riley pass complete to Cameron Morrah for 4 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.
MSU
Q3TD
JRJavon Ringer
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
12-15
Javon Ringer rush for 1 yard for a TOUCHDOWN.
MSU
Q4TD
MDMark Dell
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
18-15
Brian Hoyer pass complete to Mark Dell for 29 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.
CAL
Q4TD
SVShane Vereen
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
18-21
Shane Vereen rush for 81 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.
MSU
Q4FG
Points+3
Yard line
OPP 18
Score
21-21
Brett Swenson 35 yard field goal GOOD.
CAL
Q4TD
WTWill Ta'ufo'ou
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
21-27
Kevin Riley pass complete to Will Ta'ufo'ou for 5 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.
MSU
Q4TD
JRJavon Ringer
Points+6
Yard line
OPP EZ
Score
27-27
Javon Ringer rush for 10 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 · 1 TD · +0.32 EPA/play +12.41 EPA
Kevin Riley (25) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.47 EPA/play +10.70 EPA
Nate Longshore (25) — 0.0 yds · +1.03 EPA/play +3.10 EPA

Rushing

Javon Ringer (127) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD -0.12 EPA
Jahvid Best (25) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.11 EPA
Shane Vereen (25) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.30 EPA

Receiving

Mark Dell (127) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.61 EPA
Jahvid Best (25) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.20 EPA
B.J. Cunningham (127) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +1.18 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Brian Hoyer	127	39	2.6%	1	+0.32	+12.41
Kevin Riley	25	23	8.7%	2	+0.47	+10.70
Nate Longshore	25	3	0.0%	0	+1.03	+3.10
Shane Vereen	25	1	0.0%	0	-0.64	-0.64

Team EPA comparison

Stat	MSU	CAL
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	25	4	+1.24	Ended
Q1	127	1	-1.11	Punt
Q1	127	2	-1.13	Ended
Q1	25	3	-2.73	Punt
Q1	127	5	-2.25	Touchdown
Q1	127	2	-0.96	Ended
Q1	25	3	-2.44	Punt
Q1	127	10	-3.46	Punt
Q2	25	1	-0.00	Ended
Q2	127	6	+1.64	Interception
Q2	25	1	+1.07	Rush TD
Q2	25	2	+4.22	Interception
Q2	25	2	+1.04	Ended
Q2	127	1	-0.55	Punt
Q2	25	1	+0.55	Interception
Q2	127	1	-1.48	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

Q2 · California Golden Bears · Nate Longshore pass intercepted by Otis Wiley at the MchSt 0, returned for 53 yards to the Cal 47. (-6.71 EPA)
Q4 · California Golden Bears · Shane Vereen rush for 81 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+5.64 EPA)
Q3 · California Golden Bears · Bryan Anger punt blocked by Jesse Johnson for no gain to the Cal 12. (-4.49 EPA)
Q2 · Michigan State Spartans · Brian Hoyer pass intercepted by Syd'Quan Thompson at the Cal 5, returned for no gain to the Cal 5. (-4.4 EPA)
Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · California penalty 15 yard roughing the kicker accepted, no play. (+4.11 EPA)
Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Brian Hoyer pass complete to Mark Dell for 29 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.98 EPA)
Q2 · Michigan State Spartans · Brett Swenson 39 yard field goal MISSED. (-3.69 EPA)
Q4 · California Golden Bears · Kevin Riley pass complete to Cameron Morrah for 26 yards to the MchSt 23 for a 1ST down. (+3.38 EPA)

Key takeaways

California Golden Bears controlled the final (38–31) in Week 1.
Passing edge: Brian Hoyer (127) — yds, 1 TD.
EPA edge: MSU at EPA/play.
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Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Michigan State Spartans vs California Golden Bears?

Michigan State Spartans 31, California Golden Bears 38 in Week 1 of the 2008 college football season.

Who won Michigan State Spartans vs California Golden Bears?

California Golden Bears won with a final score of 31–38.

Where can I find the Michigan State Spartans vs California Golden Bears box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=282430025.

Who led Michigan State Spartans vs California Golden Bears in passing?

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

Full analytics box score

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