Minnesota Golden Gophers vs. Iowa Hawkeyes: 2012 Week 5 Recap

Quick answer

Iowa Hawkeyes defeated Minnesota Golden Gophers 31–13 in Week 5, 2012. Final score: Minnesota Golden Gophers 13, Iowa Hawkeyes 31.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Minnesota Golden Gophers	0	0	6	6	13
Iowa Hawkeyes	3	18	0	0	31

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Max Shortell (135) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.41 EPA/play +11.99 EPA
• James Vandenberg (2294) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.02 EPA/play +0.68 EPA

Rushing

• Mark Weisman (2294) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.09 EPA
• Max Shortell (135) — 0.0 yds -0.12 EPA
• Donnell Kirkwood (135) — 0.0 yds -0.31 EPA

Receiving

• Keenan Davis (2294) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.46 EPA
• A.J. Barker (135) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +1.78 EPA
• Mark Weisman (2294) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds -0.40 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Max Shortell	135	29	6.9%	0	2	+0.41	+11.99
James Vandenberg	2294	28	3.6%	0	1	+0.02	+0.68

Team EPA comparison

Stat	MINN	IOWA
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	2294	5	0	+3.85	Ended
Q1	135	5	0	-1.07	Punt
Q1	2294	3	0	-2.85	Punt
Q1	135	3	0	-2.63	Punt
Q1	2294	6	0	-1.58	Punt
Q1	135	3	0	+1.57	Interception
Q1	2294	0	0	—	Field goal
Q1	2294	16	0	+2.78	Ended
Q2	135	4	0	-0.35	Punt
Q2	2294	6	0	+1.95	Rush TD
Q2	135	2	0	-0.25	Punt
Q2	2294	1	0	+3.02	Pass TD
Q2	135	3	0	-2.30	Punt
Q2	2294	1	0	+2.36	Rush TD
Q3	2294	2	0	-1.48	Ended
Q3	135	4	0	-3.62	Interception

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · KJ Maye rush for 3 yards, fumbled, forced by Steve Bigach, recovered by Iowa Christian Kirksey at the Iowa 45. (-4.46 EPA)
2. Q3 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Max Shortell pass complete to Mike Henry for 27 yards to the Iowa 15 for a 1ST down. (+4.16 EPA)
3. Q1 · Iowa Hawkeyes · James Vandenberg pass complete to C.J. Fiedorowicz for 45 yards to the Minn 29 for a 1ST down. (+3.64 EPA)
4. Q2 · Iowa Hawkeyes · James Vandenberg pass complete to Jordan Cotton for 47 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.02 EPA)
5. Q1 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Max Shortell pass intercepted by Tanner Miller at the Iowa 20, returned for no gain to the Iowa 20. (-2.68 EPA)
6. Q3 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · IOWA penalty 15 yard Pass Interference on Greg Castillo accepted. (+2.54 EPA)
7. Q1 · Iowa Hawkeyes · Mark Weisman rush for 44 yards to the Minn 14 for a 1ST down. (+2.49 EPA)
8. Q1 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Max Shortell pass complete to Derrick Engel for 17 yards to the Minn 31 for a 1ST down. (+2.48 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Iowa Hawkeyes controlled the final (31–13) in Week 5.
• Passing edge: Max Shortell (135) — yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: MINN 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 Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Iowa Hawkeyes?

Minnesota Golden Gophers 13, Iowa Hawkeyes 31 in Week 5 of the 2012 college football season.

Who won Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Iowa Hawkeyes?

Iowa Hawkeyes won with a final score of 13–31.

Where can I find the Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Iowa Hawkeyes box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=322732294.

Who led Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Iowa Hawkeyes in passing?

Max Shortell (135) led passers with 0.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Minnesota Golden Gophers at Iowa Hawkeyes in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.