Michigan State Spartans vs. South Carolina Gamecocks: 2009 Week 4 Recap

Quick answer

South Carolina Gamecocks defeated Michigan State Spartans 38–30 in Week 4, 2009. Final score: Michigan State Spartans 30, South Carolina Gamecocks 38.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Michigan State Spartans	0	0	0	0	30
South Carolina Gamecocks	0	0	0	0	38

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Scott Tolzien (275.0) — 0.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.89 EPA/play +23.10 EPA
• Keith Nichol (127.0) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +1.45 EPA/play +14.49 EPA
• Kirk Cousins (127.0) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.26 EPA/play +7.69 EPA

Rushing

• John Clay (275.0) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.07 EPA
• Zach Brown (275.0) — 0.0 yds -1.09 EPA
• Glenn Winston (127.0) — 0.0 yds -0.43 EPA

Receiving

• Mark Dell (127.0) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.29 EPA
• B.J. Cunningham (127.0) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.08 EPA
• Garrett Graham (275.0) — 3 rec · 0.0 yds +1.64 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Scott Tolzien	275.0	26	15.4%	0	4	+0.89	+23.10
Keith Nichol	127.0	10	20.0%	0	2	+1.45	+14.49
Kirk Cousins	127.0	30	6.7%	0	2	+0.26	+7.69

Team EPA comparison

Stat	MSU	WISC
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	3	0	+1.63	Ended
Q1	275.0	1	0	+2.96	Pass TD
Q1	275.0	5	0	+1.80	Ended
Q1	127.0	6	0	-0.53	Interception
Q1	275.0	6	0	-2.72	Punt
Q1	127.0	3	0	-1.99	Punt
Q1	275.0	3	0	-3.31	Punt
Q1	127.0	3	0	-3.03	Punt
Q2	275.0	1	0	-0.03	Ended
Q2	127.0	3	0	-0.17	Punt
Q2	275.0	2	0	-0.56	Punt
Q2	127.0	2	0	-1.43	Punt
Q2	275.0	1	0	+0.82	Rush TD
Q2	275.0	10	0	+7.87	Ended
Q2	127.0	2	0	+0.96	Interception
Q2	275.0	1	0	+1.15	Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · 275.0 · Scott Tolzien pass complete to Nick Toon for 18 yards to the MchSt 21, MICHIGAN ST penalty 2 yard face mask accepted for a 1ST down. (+7.01 EPA)
2. Q4 · 127.0 · Keith Nichol pass complete to Keshawn Martin for 91 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+6.89 EPA)
3. Q3 · 275.0 · Zach Brown rush for a loss of 5 yards, fumbled, recovered by MchSt at the Wisc 29. (-6.37 EPA)
4. Q4 · 127.0 · Glenn Winston rush for 1 yard, fumbled, recovered by Wisc J.J. Watt at the MchSt 32. (-4.81 EPA)
5. Q1 · 127.0 · Kirk Cousins pass intercepted by Mike Taylor at the 50 yard line, returned for no gain to the 50 yard line. (-4.45 EPA)
6. Q4 · 127.0 · Kirk Cousins pass complete to Dion Sims for 35 yards to the Wisc 45 for a 1ST down. (+4.12 EPA)
7. Q4 · 127.0 · Kirk Cousins pass complete to Chris D. Rucker for 8 yards to the Wisc 32 for a 1ST down. (+3.75 EPA)
8. Q2 · 127.0 · Keith Nichol pass intercepted by Chris Maragos at the Wisc 31, returned for no gain to the Wisc 31. (-3.32 EPA)

Key takeaways

• South Carolina Gamecocks controlled the final (38–30) in Week 4.
• Passing edge: Scott Tolzien (275.0) — yds, 4 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 South Carolina Gamecocks?

Michigan State Spartans 30, South Carolina Gamecocks 38 in Week 4 of the 2009 college football season.

Who won Michigan State Spartans vs South Carolina Gamecocks?

South Carolina Gamecocks won with a final score of 30–38.

Where can I find the Michigan State Spartans vs South Carolina Gamecocks box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=292690275.

Who led Michigan State Spartans vs South Carolina Gamecocks in passing?

Scott Tolzien (275.0) led passers with 0.0 yards and 4 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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