Montana State Bobcats vs. Michigan State Spartans: 2009 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Michigan State Spartans defeated Montana State Bobcats 44–3 in Week 1, 2009. Final score: Montana State Bobcats 3, Michigan State Spartans 44.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Montana State Bobcats	0	0	0	0	3
Michigan State Spartans	0	0	0	0	44

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Kirk Cousins (127.0) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.60 EPA/play +3.60 EPA
• Mark Iddins (147.0) — 0.0 yds · -0.58 EPA/play -3.48 EPA

Rushing

• C.J. Palmer (147.0) — 0.0 yds +0.11 EPA
• Everette Gilbert (147.0) — 0.0 yds -0.43 EPA
• Edwin Baker (127.0) — 0.0 yds -2.06 EPA

Receiving

• B.J. Cunningham (127.0) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +2.42 EPA
• Elvis Akpla (147.0) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.59 EPA
• Kyle Begger (147.0) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds -0.47 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Kirk Cousins	127.0	6	16.7%	0	1	+0.60	+3.60
Mark Iddins	147.0	6	0.0%	0	0	-0.58	-3.48

Team EPA comparison

Stat	MTST	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	127.0	1	0	+3.35	Pass TD
Q1	147.0	6	0	+0.01	Ended
Q1	127.0	5	0	+0.50	Ended
Q1	147.0	6	0	-4.67	Punt
Q1	127.0	3	0	-3.67	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · 127.0 · Kirk Cousins pass complete to B.J. Cunningham for 29 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.35 EPA)
2. Q1 · 127.0 · Kirk Cousins pass complete to Blair White for 18 yards to the MntSt 43, tackled by Michael Rider for a 1ST down. (+2.32 EPA)
3. Q1 · 127.0 · Aaron Bates punt for 57 yards, returned by DeSean Thomas for 11 yards to the MntSt 29, tackled by Brandon Denson. (+2.19 EPA)
4. Q1 · 127.0 · Edwin Baker rush for a loss of 2 yards to the MchSt 39, tackled by Dane Fletcher and Chase Gazzerro. (-2.06 EPA)
5. Q1 · 127.0 · Kirk Cousins pass incomplete to N/A. (-1.92 EPA)
6. Q1 · 127.0 · Kirk Cousins pass complete to B.J. Cunningham for 13 yards to the MntSt 29, tackled by Jordan Craney and Jeff Price for a 1ST down. (+1.49 EPA)
7. Q1 · 147.0 · Mark Iddins pass incomplete to Julius Lloyd. (-1.34 EPA)
8. Q1 · 147.0 · Eric Fisher punt for 29 yards, downed at the MchSt 19. (-1.17 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Michigan State Spartans controlled the final (44–3) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Kirk Cousins (127.0) — yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: MTST 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 Montana State Bobcats vs Michigan State Spartans?

Montana State Bobcats 3, Michigan State Spartans 44 in Week 1 of the 2009 college football season.

Who won Montana State Bobcats vs Michigan State Spartans?

Michigan State Spartans won with a final score of 3–44.

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

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=292480127.

Who led Montana State Bobcats vs Michigan State Spartans in passing?

Kirk Cousins (127.0) led passers with 0.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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