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Michigan State Spartans vs. Lindenwood Belleville Lynx: 2014 Week 8 Recap

Spartans defeat Lynx 56–17 in Week 8

Scoring plays, EPA leaders, and college football analytics for Michigan State Spartans vs. Lindenwood Belleville Lynx (Week 8).

Michigan State Spartans 56 7-1 Winner
Final 56–17
Lindenwood Belleville Lynx 17 3-3
Winner
Michigan State Spartans
Final score
56–17
Halftime
Michigan State Spartans 24–0 Lindenwood Belleville Lynx
Top passer
Connor Cook

Top CFB performers · Spartans

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Quick answer

Michigan State Spartans defeated Lindenwood Belleville Lynx 56–17 in Week 8, 2014. Final score: Michigan State Spartans 56, Lindenwood Belleville Lynx 17.

Game summary

Michigan State Spartans dominated Lindenwood Belleville Lynx 56–17 in Week 8 of the 2014 season.

  • Scoring: 10 touchdowns, 1 field goal across 11 plays.
  • Passing leader: Connor Cook (127) — 0.0 pass yds, 3 TD, +0.66 EPA/play.
  • Rushing leader: Jeremy Langford — 0.0 yds, 3 TD.
  • Receiving leader: Tony Lippett — 7 rec, 0.0 yds.

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

TeamQ1Q2Q3Q4Final
Michigan State Spartans61861856
Lindenwood Belleville Lynx000017

Scoring Map

Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.

MSUMichigan State Spartans
LINBLindenwood Belleville Lynx

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Scoring timeline

11 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

  1. IU
    Q1FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 33
    Score
    0-0

    Griffin Oakes 27 Yd Field Goal

  2. MSU
    Q1TD
    JLJeremy Langford

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    6-0

    Jeremy Langford 32 Yd Run (Michael Geiger Kick)

  3. MSU
    Q2TD
    MKMacgarrett Kings Jr.

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    12-0

    Macgarrett Kings Jr. 14 Yd pass from Connor Cook (Michael Geiger Kick)

  4. MSU
    Q2TD
    JLJeremy Langford

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    18-0

    Jeremy Langford 8 Yd Run (Michael Geiger Kick)

  5. IU
    Q2TD
    ZDZander Diamont

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    18-0

    Zander Diamont 9 Yd Run (Griffin Oakes Kick)

  6. IU
    Q2TD
    SWShane Wynn

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    18-0

    Shane Wynn 75 Yd Run (Griffin Oakes Kick)

  7. MSU
    Q2TD
    JPJosiah Price

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    24-0

    Josiah Price 10 Yd pass from Connor Cook (Michael Geiger Kick)

  8. MSU
    Q3TD
    RSR.J. Shelton

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    30-0

    R.J. Shelton 4 Yd pass from Connor Cook (Michael Geiger Kick)

  9. MSU
    Q4TD
    NHNick Hill

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    36-0

    Nick Hill 76 Yd Run (Michael Geiger Kick)

  10. MSU
    Q4TD
    DWDelton Williams

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    42-0

    Delton Williams 22 Yd Run (Michael Geiger Kick)

  11. MSU
    Q4TD
    JLJeremy Langford

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    48-0

    Jeremy Langford 12 Yd Run (Michael Geiger Kick)

Stars of the game

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

Passing

  • Connor Cook (127) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.66 EPA/play +21.82 EPA
  • Nate Boudreau (84) — 0.0 yds · -0.98 EPA/play -0.98 EPA
  • Zander Diamont (84) — 0.0 yds · -0.67 EPA/play -11.39 EPA

Rushing

  • Jeremy Langford (127) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD +0.05 EPA
  • Nick Hill (127) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.71 EPA
  • Tevin Coleman (84) — 0.0 yds +0.09 EPA

Receiving

  • Tony Lippett (127) — 7 rec · 0.0 yds +0.98 EPA
  • Macgarrett Kings Jr. (127) — 6 rec · 0.0 yds +0.52 EPA
  • Aaron Burbridge (127) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +0.67 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

PlayerTeamAttCmp%YdsTDEPA/playTotal EPA
Connor Cook1273372.7%03+0.66+21.82
Nate Boudreau8410.0%00-0.98-0.98
Zander Diamont841729.4%00-0.67-11.39

Team EPA comparison

StatMSUIND
Plays00
EPA / play
Total EPA
Success rate
Pass EPA / play
Rush EPA / play
Yards00

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

QtrOffensePlaysYardsEPAResult
Q112740-0.49Ended
Q18400Field goal
Q18440+2.47Ended
Q112770+0.48Missed FG
Q18430-2.73Punt
Q112710+2.45Rush TD
Q112750+1.47Ended
Q18430-2.18Punt
Q28420-1.25Ended
Q212710+2.83Pass TD
Q212760+4.41Ended
Q28430-1.63Punt
Q212710+1.74Rush TD
Q212710+4.60Ended
Q28410+1.89Rush TD
Q28410+1.91Ended

Biggest EPA swings

  1. Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Nick Hill 76 Yd Run (Michael Geiger Kick) (+6.78 EPA)
  2. Q2 · Indiana Hoosiers · Shane Wynn 75 Yd Run (Griffin Oakes Kick) (+6.2 EPA)
  3. Q1 · Indiana Hoosiers · Tevin Coleman run for 65 yds to the MchSt 10 for a 1ST down (+4.99 EPA)
  4. Q2 · Michigan State Spartans · Connor Cook pass complete to Josiah Price for 67 yds to the Ind 8 for a 1ST down (+4.6 EPA)
  5. Q3 · Michigan State Spartans · Connor Cook pass complete to Tony Lippett for 41 yds to the Ind 37 for a 1ST down (+3.86 EPA)
  6. Q1 · Michigan State Spartans · Michael Geiger 42 yd FG MISSED (-3.4 EPA)
  7. Q3 · Indiana Hoosiers · Diamont, Zander pass incomplete to Wynn, Shane, PENALTY MICHIGANST pass interference (Drummond, Kurtis) 15 yards to the INDIANA39, NO PLAY, 1ST DOWN INDIANA. for a 1ST down (+3.3 EPA)
  8. Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Delton Williams 22 Yd Run (Michael Geiger Kick) (+3.26 EPA)

Key takeaways

  • Michigan State Spartans controlled the final (56–17) in Week 8.
  • Passing edge: Connor Cook (127) — yds, 3 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 Lindenwood Belleville Lynx?

Michigan State Spartans 56, Lindenwood Belleville Lynx 17 in Week 8 of the 2014 college football season.

Who won Michigan State Spartans vs Lindenwood Belleville Lynx?

Michigan State Spartans won with a final score of 56–17.

Where can I find the Michigan State Spartans vs Lindenwood Belleville Lynx box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=400547922.

Who led Michigan State Spartans vs Lindenwood Belleville Lynx in passing?

Connor Cook (127) led passers with 0.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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

Season records after this game

Michigan State Spartans

Entered 6-1 Now 7-1 W

Lindenwood Belleville Lynx

Entered 3-2 Now 3-3 L