Michigan State Spartans vs. Michigan Wolverines: 2008 Week 9 Recap

Quick answer

Michigan State Spartans defeated Michigan Wolverines 35–21 in Week 9, 2008. Final score: Michigan State Spartans 35, Michigan Wolverines 21.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Michigan State Spartans	6	6	6	12	35
Michigan Wolverines	6	6	6	0	21

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Brian Hoyer (127) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.69 EPA/play +19.39 EPA
• Keshawn Martin (127) — 0.0 yds · +1.19 EPA/play +1.19 EPA
• Steven Threet (130) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.16 EPA/play -3.63 EPA

Rushing

• Javon Ringer (127) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD -0.12 EPA
• Brandon Minor (130) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.05 EPA
• Steven Threet (130) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.17 EPA

Receiving

• Martavious Odoms (130) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.15 EPA
• Blair White (127) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +3.54 EPA
• Mark Dell (127) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +3.31 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Brian Hoyer	127	28	10.7%	0	3	+0.69	+19.39
Keshawn Martin	127	1	0.0%	0	0	+1.19	+1.19
Steven Threet	130	23	4.3%	0	1	-0.16	-3.63
TEAM	127	1	0.0%	0	0	-7.32	-7.32

Team EPA comparison

Stat	MSU	MICH
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	3	0	+0.97	Ended
Q1	130	1	0	+3.80	Pass TD
Q1	130	1	0	-1.35	Ended
Q1	127	2	0	-7.53	Fumble
Q1	130	8	0	-4.52	Fumble
Q1	127	7	0	-1.75	Punt
Q1	130	3	0	-3.17	Punt
Q1	127	1	0	+5.07	Pass TD
Q1	127	6	0	-1.31	Ended
Q2	130	1	0	+1.11	Rush TD
Q2	130	2	0	+3.36	Ended
Q2	127	1	0	+5.79	Rush TD
Q2	130	3	0	+0.08	Punt
Q2	127	3	0	+0.11	Ended
Q2	130	1	0	-0.57	Interception
Q2	127	3	0	-3.23	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Michigan State Spartans · Brian Hoyer sacked, fumbled, recovered by Mich Stevie Brown at the MchSt 25, Stevie Brown for 7 yards, to the MchSt 18. (-7.32 EPA)
2. Q2 · Michigan State Spartans · Andre Anderson rush for 1 yard, fumbled, recovered by Mich Terrance Taylor at the Mich 26. (-5.87 EPA)
3. Q3 · Michigan State Spartans · Brian Hoyer pass complete to Mark Dell for 44 yards to the Mich 5 for a 1ST down. (+5.85 EPA)
4. Q2 · Michigan State Spartans · Javon Ringer rush for 64 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+5.79 EPA)
5. Q3 · Michigan State Spartans · Brian Hoyer pass complete to Blair White for 50 yards to the Mich 7 for a 1ST down. (+5.16 EPA)
6. Q1 · Michigan State Spartans · Brian Hoyer pass complete to Blair White for 61 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+5.07 EPA)
7. Q4 · Michigan Wolverines · Steven Threet pass intercepted by Chris L. Rucker at the Mich 43, returned for 3 yards to the Mich 40. (-4.8 EPA)
8. Q1 · Michigan Wolverines · Sam McGuffie rush for 7 yards, fumbled, recovered by MchSt at the MchSt 38. (-4.76 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Michigan State Spartans controlled the final (35–21) in Week 9.
• Passing edge: Brian Hoyer (127) — yds, 3 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 Michigan Wolverines?

Michigan State Spartans 35, Michigan Wolverines 21 in Week 9 of the 2008 college football season.

Who won Michigan State Spartans vs Michigan Wolverines?

Michigan State Spartans won with a final score of 35–21.

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

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=282990130.

Who led Michigan State Spartans vs Michigan Wolverines in passing?

Brian Hoyer (127) led passers with 0.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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