Quick answer
Ohio State Buckeyes defeated Michigan State Spartans 17–16 in Week 5, 2012. Final score: Ohio State Buckeyes 17, Michigan State Spartans 16.
Game summary
Ohio State Buckeyes edged Michigan State Spartans 17–16 in Week 5 of the 2012 season.
- Scoring: 3 touchdowns, 4 field goals across 7 plays.
- Passing leader: Andrew Maxwell (127) — 0.0 pass yds, 1 TD, +0.39 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Braxton Miller — 0.0 yds.
- Receiving leader: Philly Brown — 0 rec, 0.0 yds.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Ohio State Buckeyes | 6 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 17 |
 Michigan State Spartans | 3 | 0 | 9 | 3 | 16 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
OSUOhio State BuckeyesDan Conroy 34 yard field goal GOOD.
Jordan Hall rush for 1 yard for a TOUCHDOWN.
Braxton Miller pass complete to Devin Smith for 63 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.
Andrew Maxwell pass complete to Keith Mumphery for 29 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.
Drew Basil 26 yard field goal GOOD.
Dan Conroy 50 yard field goal GOOD.
Dan Conroy 48 yard field goal GOOD.
MSUMichigan State SpartansFantasyHQ CFB Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- MSU
Q1FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 17
- Score
- 0-3
Dan Conroy 34 yard field goal GOOD.
- OSU
Q1TD JHJordan HallPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-3
Jordan Hall rush for 1 yard for a TOUCHDOWN.
- OSU
Q3TD DSDevin SmithPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-3
Braxton Miller pass complete to Devin Smith for 63 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.
- MSU
Q3TD KMKeith MumpheryPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-9
Andrew Maxwell pass complete to Keith Mumphery for 29 yards for a TOUCHDOWN.
- OSU
Q3FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 9
- Score
- 15-9
Drew Basil 26 yard field goal GOOD.
- MSU
Q3FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 33
- Score
- 15-12
Dan Conroy 50 yard field goal GOOD.
- MSU
Q4FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 31
- Score
- 15-15
Dan Conroy 48 yard field goal GOOD.
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Andrew Maxwell (127) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.39 EPA/play +13.72 EPA
- Braxton Miller (194) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.06 EPA/play +1.44 EPA
Rushing
- Braxton Miller (194) — 0.0 yds -0.34 EPA
- Le'Veon Bell (127) — 0.0 yds -0.40 EPA
- Carlos Hyde (194) — 0.0 yds +0.04 EPA
Receiving
- Philly Brown (194) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.24 EPA
- Le'Veon Bell (127) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.34 EPA
- Keith Mumphery (127) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.79 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew Maxwell | 127 | 35 | 2.9% | 0 | 1 | +0.39 | +13.72 |
| Braxton Miller | 194 | 23 | 4.3% | 0 | 1 | +0.06 | +1.44 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | OSU | 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 | 194 | 3 | 0 | -2.57 | Punt |
| Q1 | 127 | 6 | 0 | -0.69 | Punt |
| Q1 | 194 | 6 | 0 | -1.93 | Punt |
| Q1 | 127 | 0 | 0 | — | Field goal |
| Q1 | 127 | 8 | 0 | +1.46 | Ended |
| Q1 | 194 | 1 | 0 | +0.53 | Rush TD |
| Q1 | 194 | 9 | 0 | -1.35 | Ended |
| Q2 | 127 | 5 | 0 | +2.04 | Missed FG |
| Q2 | 194 | 2 | 0 | -3.92 | Fumble |
| Q2 | 127 | 5 | 0 | -1.11 | Punt |
| Q2 | 194 | 4 | 0 | -1.41 | Punt |
| Q2 | 127 | 5 | 0 | +0.28 | Punt |
| Q2 | 194 | 7 | 0 | +3.08 | Interception |
| Q2 | 127 | 8 | 0 | -4.47 | Ended |
| Q3 | 194 | 1 | 0 | +4.53 | Pass TD |
| Q3 | 194 | 3 | 0 | +0.41 | Ended |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q3 · Michigan State Spartans · Andrew Maxwell pass complete to Dion Sims for 17 yards to the OhSt 29, OHIO ST penalty 15 yard Face Mask on Bradley Roby accepted for a 1ST down. (+5.0 EPA)
- Q2 · Ohio State Buckeyes · Braxton Miller pass intercepted by Kurtis Drummond at the MchSt 17, returned for no gain to the MchSt 17. (-4.98 EPA)
- Q3 · Ohio State Buckeyes · Braxton Miller pass complete to Devin Smith for 63 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+4.53 EPA)
- Q3 · Michigan State Spartans · Andrew Maxwell pass complete to Bennie Fowler for 35 yards to the OhSt 33 for a 1ST down. (+4.22 EPA)
- Q4 · Ohio State Buckeyes · Braxton Miller rush for 14 yards, fumbled, recovered by MchSt Kurtis Drummond at the MchSt 32. (-3.68 EPA)
- Q3 · Michigan State Spartans · Andrew Maxwell pass complete to Keith Mumphery for 29 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+2.72 EPA)
- Q2 · Michigan State Spartans · Mike Sadler punt blocked by Bradley Roby for no gain to the MchSt 35. (-2.71 EPA)
- Q2 · Ohio State Buckeyes · Braxton Miller rush for 1 yard, fumbled, forced by Marcus Rush, recovered by MchSt Anthony Rashad White at the MchSt 37. (-2.52 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Ohio State Buckeyes controlled the final (17–16) in Week 5.
- Passing edge: Andrew Maxwell (127) — yds, 1 TD.
- EPA edge: OSU 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 Ohio State Buckeyes vs Michigan State Spartans?
Ohio State Buckeyes 17, Michigan State Spartans 16 in Week 5 of the 2012 college football season.
Who won Ohio State Buckeyes vs Michigan State Spartans?
Ohio State Buckeyes won with a final score of 17–16.
Where can I find the Ohio State Buckeyes vs Michigan State Spartans box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=322730127.
Who led Ohio State Buckeyes vs Michigan State Spartans in passing?
Andrew Maxwell (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 Ohio State Buckeyes at Michigan State Spartans in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Ohio State Buckeyes
Entered 4-0 Now 5-0 W
Michigan State Spartans
Entered 4-1 Now 4-2 L
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