Michigan State Spartans vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 2012 Week 13 Recap

Quick answer

Michigan State Spartans defeated Minnesota Golden Gophers 26–10 in Week 13, 2012. Final score: Michigan State Spartans 26, Minnesota Golden Gophers 10.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Michigan State Spartans	6	6	0	9	26
Minnesota Golden Gophers	0	0	3	0	10

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Andrew Maxwell (127) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.01 EPA/play -0.16 EPA
• MarQueis Gray (135) — 0.0 yds · -0.98 EPA/play -0.98 EPA
• Max Shortell (135) — 0.0 yds · -0.20 EPA/play -1.17 EPA

Rushing

• Le'Veon Bell (127) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.24 EPA
• Donnell Kirkwood (135) — 0.0 yds -0.43 EPA
• MarQueis Gray (135) — 0.0 yds -0.85 EPA

Receiving

• Bennie Fowler (127) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.21 EPA
• Derrick Engel (135) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.67 EPA
• Andre McDonald (135) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +1.91 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Andrew Maxwell	127	26	3.8%	0	1	-0.01	-0.16
MarQueis Gray	135	1	0.0%	0	0	-0.98	-0.98
Max Shortell	135	6	0.0%	0	0	-0.20	-1.17
Philip Nelson	135	20	0.0%	0	0	-0.30	-5.94

Team EPA comparison

Stat	MSU	MINN
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	0	—	Field goal
Q1	135	4	0	-0.06	Ended
Q1	127	5	0	+4.04	Missed FG
Q1	135	2	0	-2.34	Punt
Q1	127	3	0	-2.21	Field goal
Q1	135	3	0	-2.49	Punt
Q1	127	4	0	-1.39	Ended
Q1	135	6	0	+0.39	Interception
Q2	127	2	0	-1.05	Punt
Q2	135	1	0	-0.28	Interception
Q2	127	2	0	+5.40	Pass TD
Q2	135	1	0	-0.24	Ended
Q2	127	8	0	+1.96	Ended
Q2	135	3	0	-2.04	Punt
Q2	127	7	0	+3.05	Interception
Q2	135	5	0	-4.83	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Michigan State Spartans · Andrew Maxwell pass intercepted by Brock Vereen at the Minn 0, returned for 30 yards to the Minn 30, tackled by Trevon Pendleton. (-5.68 EPA)
2. Q2 · Michigan State Spartans · Andrew Maxwell pass complete to Bennie Fowler for 41 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+5.46 EPA)
3. Q4 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Max Shortell pass intercepted by RJ Williamson at the MchSt 43, returned for 21 yards to the Minn 36, tackled by Marek Lenkiewicz. (-4.75 EPA)
4. Q3 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Philip Nelson pass complete to Andre McDonald for 23 yards to the MchSt 32, tackled by Darqueze Dennard for a 1ST down. (+3.78 EPA)
5. Q3 · Michigan State Spartans · Andrew Maxwell pass incomplete to Dion Sims. (-3.61 EPA)
6. Q1 · Michigan State Spartans · Le'Veon Bell rush for 40 yards to the Minn 38, tackled by Derrick Wells and Ben Perry for a 1ST down. (+2.81 EPA)
7. Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Le'Veon Bell rush for 8 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+2.74 EPA)
8. Q1 · Michigan State Spartans · Dan Conroy 42 yard field goal MISSED. (-2.71 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Michigan State Spartans controlled the final (26–10) in Week 13.
• Passing edge: Andrew Maxwell (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 Minnesota Golden Gophers?

Michigan State Spartans 26, Minnesota Golden Gophers 10 in Week 13 of the 2012 college football season.

Who won Michigan State Spartans vs Minnesota Golden Gophers?

Michigan State Spartans won with a final score of 26–10.

Where can I find the Michigan State Spartans vs Minnesota Golden Gophers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=323290135.

Who led Michigan State Spartans vs Minnesota Golden Gophers in passing?

Andrew Maxwell (127) led passers with 0.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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