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Michigan State Spartans vs. Penn State Nittany Lions: 2010 Week 13 Recap

Spartans defeat Lions 28–22 in Week 13

Scoring plays, EPA leaders, and college football analytics for Michigan State Spartans vs. Penn State Nittany Lions (Week 13).

Michigan State Spartans 28 11-2 Winner
Final 28–22
Penn State Nittany Lions 22 7-6
Winner
Michigan State Spartans
Final score
28–22
Halftime
Michigan State Spartans 12–3 Penn State Nittany Lions
Top passer
Matthew McGloin

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Quick answer

Michigan State Spartans defeated Penn State Nittany Lions 28–22 in Week 13, 2010. Final score: Michigan State Spartans 28, Penn State Nittany Lions 22.

Game summary

Michigan State Spartans edged Penn State Nittany Lions 28–22 in Week 13 of the 2010 season.

  • Scoring: 7 touchdowns, 1 field goal across 8 plays.
  • Passing leader: Matthew McGloin (213) — 0.0 pass yds, 2 TD, +0.54 EPA/play.
  • Rushing leader: Edwin Baker — 0.0 yds, 1 TD.
  • Receiving leader: Justin Brown — 0 rec, 0.0 yds.

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

TeamQ1Q2Q3Q4Final
Michigan State Spartans666628
Penn State Nittany Lions3001822

Scoring Map

Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.

MSUMichigan State Spartans
PSUPenn State Nittany Lions

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Scoring timeline

8 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

  1. PSU
    Q1FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 17
    Score
    0-3

    Collin Wagner 34 yard field goal GOOD.

  2. MSU
    Q1TD
    EBEdwin Baker

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    6-3

    Edwin Baker rush for 7 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.

  3. MSU
    Q2TD
    BCB.J. Cunningham

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    12-3

    Kirk Cousins pass complete to B.J. Cunningham for 8 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.

  4. MSU
    Q3TD
    BCB.J. Cunningham

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    18-3

    Kirk Cousins pass complete to B.J. Cunningham for 24 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.

  5. PSU
    Q4TD
    DMDerek Moye

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    18-9

    Matthew McGloin pass complete to Derek Moye for 4 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.

  6. PSU
    Q4TD
    EREvan Royster

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    18-15

    Evan Royster rush for 10 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.

  7. MSU
    Q4TD
    CGCharlie Gantt

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    24-15

    Keith Nichol pass complete to Charlie Gantt for 3 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.

  8. PSU
    Q4TD
    JSJoe Suhey

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    24-21

    Matthew McGloin pass complete to Joe Suhey for 25 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.

Stars of the game

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

Passing

  • Matthew McGloin (213) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.54 EPA/play +18.71 EPA
  • Kirk Cousins (127) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.24 EPA/play +5.19 EPA
  • Keith Nichol (127) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +2.01 EPA/play +2.01 EPA

Rushing

  • Edwin Baker (127) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.39 EPA
  • Evan Royster (213) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.34 EPA
  • Team (127) — 0.0 yds -0.69 EPA

Receiving

  • Justin Brown (213) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +1.73 EPA
  • Derek Moye (213) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.74 EPA
  • Graham Zug (213) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +1.11 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

PlayerTeamAttCmp%YdsTDEPA/playTotal EPA
Matthew McGloin213355.7%02+0.54+18.71
Kirk Cousins127229.1%02+0.24+5.19
Keith Nichol1271100.0%01+2.01+2.01
Keshawn Martin12710.0%00+0.63+0.63

Team EPA comparison

StatMSUPSU
Plays00
EPA / play
Total EPA
Success rate
Pass EPA / play
Rush EPA / play
Yards00

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

QtrOffensePlaysYardsEPAResult
Q121380+2.20Ended
Q112740-2.66Punt
Q121300Field goal
Q121370+3.14Ended
Q112710+1.70Rush TD
Q112790-0.67Ended
Q221380-0.48Punt
Q212780-4.06Punt
Q221350-1.59Punt
Q212710+1.48Pass TD
Q212770+3.57Ended
Q221340-0.18Punt
Q312710+2.03Pass TD
Q312750+2.27Ended
Q321310-0.39Punt
Q312740-2.21Punt

Biggest EPA swings

  1. Q4 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Matthew McGloin pass intercepted by Trenton Robinson at the MchSt 0, returned for 4 yards to the MchSt 4, fumbled, forced by Derek Moye, recovered by PnSt Derek Moye at the MchSt 4 for 4 yards, lateral to NA for no gain. (-10.6 EPA)
  2. Q4 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Matthew McGloin pass complete to Justin Brown for 45 yards to the MchSt 37 for a 1ST down. (+4.77 EPA)
  3. Q3 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Devon Smith rush for a loss of 9 yards to the 50 yard line. (-3.65 EPA)
  4. Q4 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Matthew McGloin pass complete to Derek Moye for 13 yards to the MchSt 4 for a 1ST down. (+3.35 EPA)
  5. Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Edwin Baker rush for 8 yards, fumbled, forced by Nathan Stupar, recovered by PnSt Kevion Latham at the 50 yard line. (-3.18 EPA)
  6. Q4 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Matthew McGloin pass complete to Joe Suhey for 25 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.12 EPA)
  7. Q3 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Matthew McGloin pass complete to Justin Brown for 16 yards to the PnSt 45 for a 1ST down. (+2.85 EPA)
  8. Q2 · Michigan State Spartans · PENN ST penalty 5 yard Roughing the Kicker accepted. (+2.49 EPA)

Key takeaways

  • Michigan State Spartans controlled the final (28–22) in Week 13.
  • Passing edge: Matthew McGloin (213) — yds, 2 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 Penn State Nittany Lions?

Michigan State Spartans 28, Penn State Nittany Lions 22 in Week 13 of the 2010 college football season.

Who won Michigan State Spartans vs Penn State Nittany Lions?

Michigan State Spartans won with a final score of 28–22.

Where can I find the Michigan State Spartans vs Penn State Nittany Lions box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=303310213.

Who led Michigan State Spartans vs Penn State Nittany Lions in passing?

Matthew McGloin (213) led passers with 0.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Michigan State Spartans at Penn State Nittany Lions in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Season records after this game

Michigan State Spartans

Entered 10-2 Now 11-2 W

Penn State Nittany Lions

Entered 7-5 Now 7-6 L