Michigan State Spartans vs. Indiana Hoosiers: 2008 Week 5 Recap

Quick answer

Michigan State Spartans defeated Indiana Hoosiers 42–29 in Week 5, 2008. Final score: Michigan State Spartans 42, Indiana Hoosiers 29.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Michigan State Spartans	12	12	6	3	42
Indiana Hoosiers	6	12	8	0	29

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Brian Hoyer (127) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.75 EPA/play +15.66 EPA
• Kellen Lewis (84) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.14 EPA/play +2.76 EPA
• Ben Chappell (84) — 0.0 yds · +0.16 EPA/play +2.53 EPA

Rushing

• Javon Ringer (127) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.12 EPA
• Marcus Thigpen (84) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD +0.81 EPA
• Kellen Lewis (84) — 0.0 yds +0.43 EPA

Receiving

• Ray Fisher (84) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +0.44 EPA
• Damarlo Belcher (84) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.09 EPA
• Damarlo Belcher. (84) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds -0.95 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Brian Hoyer	127	21	9.5%	0	2	+0.75	+15.66
Kellen Lewis	84	20	10.0%	0	2	+0.14	+2.76
Ben Chappell	84	16	0.0%	0	0	+0.16	+2.53

Team EPA comparison

Stat	MSU	IU
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	1	0	+0.68	Rush TD
Q1	84	2	0	-1.17	Ended
Q1	127	0	0	—	Field goal
Q1	84	3	0	+0.40	Interception
Q1	127	6	0	-0.90	Ended
Q1	84	2	0	+2.78	Pass TD
Q1	127	2	0	+1.00	Field goal
Q1	84	7	0	+3.26	Ended
Q1	127	6	0	-1.25	Ended
Q1	84	2	0	-2.70	Punt
Q1	127	3	0	+1.75	Punt
Q1	84	1	0	-0.44	Ended
Q1	127	2	0	-1.36	Ended
Q2	84	1	0	+6.73	Rush TD
Q2	127	2	0	+6.89	Pass TD
Q2	84	1	0	+0.68	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Michigan State Spartans · Team punt blocked by Team for no gain to the MchSt 0 for a SAFETY. (+8.12 EPA)
2. Q3 · Indiana Hoosiers · Kellen Lewis pass complete to Marcus Thigpen for 79 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+7.04 EPA)
3. Q2 · Michigan State Spartans · Brian Hoyer pass complete to Charlie Gantt for 82 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+6.87 EPA)
4. Q2 · Indiana Hoosiers · Marcus Thigpen rush for 78 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+6.73 EPA)
5. Q1 · Indiana Hoosiers · Ben Chappell pass intercepted by Ross Weaver at the Ind 46, returned for 34 yards to the Ind 32, Indiana penalty 7 yard personal foul accepted. (-5.59 EPA)
6. Q4 · Indiana Hoosiers · Kellen Lewis pass intercepted by Danny Fortener at the MchSt 45, returned for 16 yards to the Ind 39. (-5.18 EPA)
7. Q3 · Michigan State Spartans · Brian Hoyer pass complete to Blair White for 27 yards to the MchSt 43 for a 1ST down. (+3.06 EPA)
8. Q1 · Michigan State Spartans · Javon Ringer rush for a loss of 9 yards to the Ind 31. (-2.66 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Michigan State Spartans controlled the final (42–29) in Week 5.
• Passing edge: Brian Hoyer (127) — yds, 2 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 Indiana Hoosiers?

Michigan State Spartans 42, Indiana Hoosiers 29 in Week 5 of the 2008 college football season.

Who won Michigan State Spartans vs Indiana Hoosiers?

Michigan State Spartans won with a final score of 42–29.

Where can I find the Michigan State Spartans vs Indiana Hoosiers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=282710084.

Who led Michigan State Spartans vs Indiana Hoosiers in passing?

Brian Hoyer (127) led passers with 0.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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