Northwestern Wildcats vs. Michigan State Spartans: 2009 Week 7 Recap

Quick answer

Michigan State Spartans defeated Northwestern Wildcats 24–14 in Week 7, 2009. Final score: Northwestern Wildcats 14, Michigan State Spartans 24.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Northwestern Wildcats	0	0	0	0	14
Michigan State Spartans	0	0	0	0	24

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Kirk Cousins (127.0) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.44 EPA/play +12.71 EPA
• Mike Kafka (77.0) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.18 EPA/play +7.89 EPA

Rushing

• Larry Caper (127.0) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.58 EPA
• Mike Kafka (77.0) — 0.0 yds -0.26 EPA
• Edwin Baker (127.0) — 0.0 yds -0.52 EPA

Receiving

• Zeke Markshausen (77.0) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +0.56 EPA
• Blair White (127.0) — 2 rec · 0.0 yds +1.13 EPA
• Andrew Brewer (77.0) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.40 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Kirk Cousins	127.0	29	6.9%	0	2	+0.44	+12.71
Mike Kafka	77.0	44	4.5%	0	2	+0.18	+7.89

Team EPA comparison

Stat	NU	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	77.0	4	0	+1.18	Ended
Q1	127.0	3	0	-2.91	Punt
Q1	77.0	9	0	-1.12	Punt
Q1	127.0	3	0	-3.29	Punt
Q1	77.0	7	0	-0.16	Punt
Q1	127.0	8	0	-10.96	Ended
Q2	77.0	3	0	+0.32	Ended
Q2	127.0	8	0	-2.23	Fumble
Q2	77.0	3	0	-2.66	Punt
Q2	127.0	2	0	-0.65	Punt
Q2	77.0	1	0	+3.20	Pass TD
Q2	77.0	7	0	+4.21	Ended
Q2	127.0	4	0	-0.57	Punt
Q2	77.0	5	0	-2.62	Punt
Q3	127.0	8	0	+2.44	Field goal
Q3	77.0	2	0	-1.99	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · 77.0 · Mike Kafka pass complete to Drake Dunsmore for 4 yards, fumbled at the MchSt 36. (-4.5 EPA)
2. Q4 · 77.0 · Brett Swenson kickoff for 54 yards returned by Jeravin Matthews for 6 yards, fumbled at the Nwest 22. (-4.38 EPA)
3. Q1 · 127.0 · Kirk Cousins rush for no gain to the Nwest 1. (-4.32 EPA)
4. Q2 · 127.0 · Edwin Baker rush for a loss of 1 yard, fumbled at the Nwest 19. (-3.93 EPA)
5. Q3 · 127.0 · Kirk Cousins pass complete to Blair White for 22 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.56 EPA)
6. Q4 · 77.0 · Mike Kafka pass complete to Zeke Markshausen for 20 yards to the MchSt 1 for a 1ST down. (+3.53 EPA)
7. Q1 · 127.0 · Larry Caper rush for no gain to the Nwest 1. (-3.26 EPA)
8. Q2 · 77.0 · Mike Kafka pass complete to Andrew Brewer for 15 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.2 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Michigan State Spartans controlled the final (24–14) in Week 7.
• Passing edge: Kirk Cousins (127.0) — yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: NU 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 Northwestern Wildcats vs Michigan State Spartans?

Northwestern Wildcats 14, Michigan State Spartans 24 in Week 7 of the 2009 college football season.

Who won Northwestern Wildcats vs Michigan State Spartans?

Michigan State Spartans won with a final score of 14–24.

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

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=292900127.

Who led Northwestern Wildcats vs Michigan State Spartans in passing?

Kirk Cousins (127.0) led passers with 0.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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