Stanford Cardinal vs. Michigan State Spartans: 2013 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Michigan State Spartans defeated Stanford Cardinal 24–20 in Week 1, 2013. Final score: Stanford Cardinal 20, Michigan State Spartans 24.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Stanford Cardinal	9	0	0	3	20
Michigan State Spartans	0	12	3	6	24

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Connor Cook (127) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.58 EPA/play +17.37 EPA
• Kevin Hogan (24) — 0.0 yds · +0.23 EPA/play +3.98 EPA

Rushing

• Tyler Gaffney (24) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.48 EPA
• Jeremy Langford (127) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.28 EPA
• Kevin Hogan (24) — 0.0 yds +0.46 EPA

Receiving

• Jeremy Langford (127) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +0.37 EPA
• Tony Lippett (127) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +1.43 EPA
• Macgarrett Kings Jr. (127) — 0 rec · 0.0 yds +1.80 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Connor Cook	127	30	6.7%	0	2	+0.58	+17.37
Kevin Hogan	24	17	0.0%	0	0	+0.23	+3.98

Team EPA comparison

Stat	STAN	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	127	2	0	+2.58	Ended
Q1	24	6	0	+1.40	Field goal
Q1	127	6	0	+2.74	Punt
Q1	24	3	0	-2.94	Punt
Q1	127	5	0	-0.56	Punt
Q1	24	1	0	+1.92	Rush TD
Q1	24	7	0	+3.44	Ended
Q2	127	1	0	+1.19	Pass TD
Q2	127	6	0	+3.89	Interception
Q2	24	3	0	-1.61	Punt
Q2	127	3	0	+0.80	Ended
Q2	24	6	0	-1.36	Punt
Q2	127	1	0	+0.70	Rush TD
Q2	127	9	0	+1.17	Ended
Q3	24	3	0	-2.88	Ended
Q3	127	7	0	-2.08	Fumble

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Stanford Cardinal · Kevin Hogan pass complete to Devon Cajuste for 51 yards to the MchSt 43 for a 1ST down. (+5.6 EPA)
2. Q3 · Michigan State Spartans · Jeremy Langford rush for 4 yards, fumbled, forced by Shayne Skov, recovered by Stanf Josh Mauro at the Stanf 8. (-5.11 EPA)
3. Q1 · Stanford Cardinal · Kevin Hogan pass complete to Michael Rector for 43 yards to the MchSt 32 for a 1ST down. (+3.65 EPA)
4. Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Connor Cook pass complete to Tony Lippett for 25 yards for a TOUCHDOWN. (+3.54 EPA)
5. Q2 · Michigan State Spartans · Connor Cook pass complete to Bennie Fowler for 37 yards to the Stanf 3 for a 1ST down. (+3.36 EPA)
6. Q3 · Stanford Cardinal · Tyler Gaffney rush for a loss of 3 yards to the MchSt 39. (-3.13 EPA)
7. Q1 · Michigan State Spartans · Connor Cook pass complete to Macgarrett Kings Jr. for 14 yards to the MchSt 38 for a 1ST down. (+3.06 EPA)
8. Q3 · Stanford Cardinal · Kevin Hogan pass intercepted by Trae Waynes at the MchSt 22, returned for no gain to the MchSt 22. (-2.55 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Michigan State Spartans controlled the final (24–20) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Connor Cook (127) — yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: STAN 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 Stanford Cardinal vs Michigan State Spartans?

Stanford Cardinal 20, Michigan State Spartans 24 in Week 1 of the 2013 college football season.

Who won Stanford Cardinal vs Michigan State Spartans?

Michigan State Spartans won with a final score of 20–24.

Where can I find the Stanford Cardinal vs Michigan State Spartans box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=340010127.

Who led Stanford Cardinal vs Michigan State Spartans in passing?

Connor Cook (127) led passers with 0.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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