Michigan State Spartans vs. Northwestern Wildcats: 2008 Week 7 Recap

Quick answer

Michigan State Spartans defeated Northwestern Wildcats 37–20 in Week 7, 2008. Final score: Michigan State Spartans 37, Northwestern Wildcats 20.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Michigan State Spartans	15	6	3	3	37
Northwestern Wildcats	0	6	9	3	20

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• C.J. Bacher (77) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.51 EPA/play +18.74 EPA
• Brian Hoyer (127) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.44 EPA/play +8.44 EPA

Rushing

• Javon Ringer (127) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.39 EPA
• Tyrell Sutton (77) — 0.0 yds -0.05 EPA
• C.J. Bacher (77) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.55 EPA

Receiving

• Ross Lane (77) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +1.43 EPA
• Rasheed Ward (77) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +0.78 EPA
• Tyrell Sutton (77) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.63 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
C.J. Bacher	77	37	2.7%	0	1	+0.51	+18.74
Brian Hoyer	127	19	10.5%	0	2	+0.44	+8.44

Team EPA comparison

Stat	MSU	NU
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	77	6	0	+3.37	Ended
Q1	77	2	0	-0.26	Ended
Q1	127	4	0	+2.16	Rush TD
Q1	77	4	0	+1.13	Interception
Q1	127	0	0	—	Field goal
Q1	127	3	0	+0.31	Ended
Q1	127	9	0	+1.21	Pass TD
Q1	77	3	0	-1.92	Punt
Q1	127	3	0	-4.91	Punt
Q2	77	1	0	-1.74	Ended
Q2	127	1	0	+2.77	Pass TD
Q2	127	7	0	+3.06	Ended
Q2	77	9	0	+3.66	Interception
Q2	127	2	0	-1.40	Punt
Q2	77	2	0	-0.63	Punt
Q2	127	6	0	-2.87	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Northwestern Wildcats · Tyrell Sutton rush for 66 yards to the MchSt 8 for a 1ST down. (+5.41 EPA)
2. Q1 · Northwestern Wildcats · Todd Boleski kickoff for 66 yards returned by Sherrick McManis for 21 yards, fumbled, recovered by MchSt at the Nwest 25. (-4.43 EPA)
3. Q1 · Northwestern Wildcats · C.J. Bacher pass intercepted by Danny Fortener at the MchSt 45, returned for 21 yards to the Nwest 34. (-4.13 EPA)
4. Q2 · Northwestern Wildcats · C.J. Bacher pass intercepted by Johnny Adams at the MchSt 0, returned for no gain for a touchback. (-3.48 EPA)
5. Q3 · Northwestern Wildcats · C.J. Bacher pass complete to Rasheed Ward for 6 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.4 EPA)
6. Q4 · Northwestern Wildcats · Michigan St penalty 14 yard pass interference accepted, no play. (-2.85 EPA)
7. Q1 · Michigan State Spartans · Javon Ringer rush for 4 yards to the Nwest 46. (-2.83 EPA)
8. Q2 · Michigan State Spartans · Brian Hoyer pass complete to Andrew Hawken for 7 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+2.77 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Michigan State Spartans controlled the final (37–20) in Week 7.
• Passing edge: C.J. Bacher (77) — yds, 1 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 Northwestern Wildcats?

Michigan State Spartans 37, Northwestern Wildcats 20 in Week 7 of the 2008 college football season.

Who won Michigan State Spartans vs Northwestern Wildcats?

Michigan State Spartans won with a final score of 37–20.

Where can I find the Michigan State Spartans vs Northwestern Wildcats box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=282850077.

Who led Michigan State Spartans vs Northwestern Wildcats in passing?

C.J. Bacher (77) led passers with 0.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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