Michigan State Spartans vs. Georgia Bulldogs: 2011 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Michigan State Spartans defeated Georgia Bulldogs 33–30 in Week 1, 2011. Final score: Michigan State Spartans 33, Georgia Bulldogs 30.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	OT	Final
Michigan State Spartans	2	6	6	12	6	33
Georgia Bulldogs	0	6	0	9	3	30

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Kirk Cousins (127) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.24 EPA/play +9.49 EPA
• Aaron Murray (61) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.26 EPA/play +7.51 EPA
• Keshawn Martin (127) — 0.0 yds · +1.48 EPA/play +1.48 EPA

Rushing

• Le'Veon Bell (127) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD +0.07 EPA
• Ken Malcome (61) — 0.0 yds -0.35 EPA
• Richard Samuel (61) — 0.0 yds -0.80 EPA

Receiving

• Malcolm Mitchell (61) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.60 EPA
• B.J. Cunningham (127) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.43 EPA
• Brian Linthicum (127) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.95 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Kirk Cousins	127	40	2.5%	0	1	+0.24	+9.49
Aaron Murray	61	29	6.9%	0	2	+0.26	+7.51
Keshawn Martin	127	1	0.0%	0	0	+1.48	+1.48

Team EPA comparison

Stat	MSU	UGA
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	61	5	0	+1.48	Ended
Q1	127	7	0	-0.97	Punt
Q1	61	8	0	-3.95	Ended
Q1	127	1	0	-1.39	Safety
Q1	61	5	0	-2.45	Punt
Q2	127	3	0	-0.32	Touchdown
Q2	127	3	0	-1.32	Ended
Q2	61	1	0	+6.06	Pass TD
Q2	127	3	0	-1.73	Punt
Q2	61	3	0	-1.49	Punt
Q2	127	2	0	-1.04	Punt
Q2	61	3	0	-2.69	Punt
Q2	127	3	0	-2.34	Punt
Q2	61	6	0	-2.15	Punt
Q2	127	3	0	-2.20	Punt
Q2	61	4	0	-3.41	Interception

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Michigan State Spartans · Mike Sadler punt for 49 yards, returned by Brandon Boykin for 92 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (-6.95 EPA)
2. Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Kirk Cousins pass intercepted by Shawn Williams at the Geo 43, returned for 45 yards to the MchSt 12. (-6.37 EPA)
3. Q2 · Georgia Bulldogs · Aaron Murray pass complete to Tavarres King for 80 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+6.07 EPA)
4. Q1 · Georgia Bulldogs · Aaron Murray pass complete to Tavarres King for 60 yards to the MchSt 34 for a 1ST down. (+5.69 EPA)
5. Q3 · Georgia Bulldogs · Aaron Murray pass intercepted by Darqueze Dennard at the Geo 48, returned for no gain to the Geo 48. (-5.2 EPA)
6. OT · Michigan State Spartans · Kirk Cousins pass intercepted by Bacarri Rambo at the Geo 10, returned for 16 yards to the Geo 26. (-4.88 EPA)
7. Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Kirk Cousins pass intercepted by Jonathan Jenkins at the Geo 28, returned for 2 yards to the Geo 30. (-4.65 EPA)
8. OT · Georgia Bulldogs · Blair Walsh 42 yard field goal MISSED. (-4.16 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Michigan State Spartans controlled the final (33–30) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Kirk Cousins (127) — yds, 1 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 Georgia Bulldogs?

Michigan State Spartans 33, Georgia Bulldogs 30 in Week 1 of the 2011 college football season.

Who won Michigan State Spartans vs Georgia Bulldogs?

Michigan State Spartans won with a final score of 33–30.

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

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=320020061.

Who led Michigan State Spartans vs Georgia Bulldogs in passing?

Kirk Cousins (127) led passers with 0.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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