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Penn State Nittany Lions vs. Michigan Wolverines: 2016 Week 4 Recap

Wolverines defeat Lions 49–10 in Week 4

Scoring plays, EPA leaders, and college football analytics for Penn State Nittany Lions vs. Michigan Wolverines (Week 4).

Penn State Nittany Lions 10 2-2
Final 10–49
Michigan Wolverines 49 4-1 Winner
Winner
Michigan Wolverines
Final score
10–49
Halftime
Penn State Nittany Lions 0–24 Michigan Wolverines
Top passer
Wilton Speight

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Quick answer

Michigan Wolverines defeated Penn State Nittany Lions 49–10 in Week 4, 2016. Final score: Penn State Nittany Lions 10, Michigan Wolverines 49.

Game summary

Michigan Wolverines dominated Penn State Nittany Lions 49–10 in Week 4 of the 2016 season.

  • Scoring: 8 touchdowns, 1 field goal across 9 plays.
  • Passing leader: Wilton Speight (130) — 0.0 pass yds, 1 TD, +0.36 EPA/play.
  • Rushing leader: Saquon Barkley — 0.0 yds.
  • Receiving leader: Amara Darboh — 7 rec, 0.0 yds.

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

TeamQ1Q2Q3Q4Final
Penn State Nittany Lions003610
Michigan Wolverines121261249

Scoring Map

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

PSUPenn State Nittany Lions
MICHMichigan Wolverines

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Scoring timeline

9 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

  1. MICH
    Q1TD
    DSDe'Veon Smith

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-6

    De'Veon Smith run for 2 yds for a TD, (Kenny Allen KICK)

  2. MICH
    Q1TD
    KHKhalid Hill

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-12

    Khalid Hill run for 1 yd for a TD, (Kenny Allen KICK)

  3. MICH
    Q2TD
    KHKaran Higdon

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-18

    Karan Higdon run for 2 yds for a TD, (Kenny Allen KICK)

  4. MICH
    Q2TD
    DADevin Asiasi

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-24

    Wilton Speight pass complete to Devin Asiasi for 3 yds for a TD, (Kenny Allen KICK)

  5. MICH
    Q3TD
    CEChris Evans

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-30

    Chris Evans run for 3 yds for a TD, (Kenny Allen KICK)

  6. PSU
    Q3FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 33
    Score
    3-30

    Tyler Davis 21 yd FG GOOD

  7. MICH
    Q4TD
    TITy Isaac

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    3-36

    Ty Isaac run for 3 yds for a TD, (Kenny Allen KICK)

  8. MICH
    Q4TD
    KHKaran Higdon

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    3-42

    Karan Higdon run for 40 yds for a TD, (Kenny Allen KICK)

  9. PSU
    Q4TD
    CGChris Godwin

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    9-42

    Trace McSorley pass complete to Chris Godwin for 8 yds for a TD, (Tyler Davis KICK)

Stars of the game

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

Passing

  • Wilton Speight (130) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.36 EPA/play +9.83 EPA
  • Trace McSorley (213) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.20 EPA/play -5.86 EPA

Rushing

  • Saquon Barkley (213) — 0.0 yds -0.36 EPA
  • De'Veon Smith (130) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.07 EPA
  • Ty Isaac (130) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.65 EPA

Receiving

  • Amara Darboh (130) — 7 rec · 0.0 yds +0.44 EPA
  • Saquon Barkley (213) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +0.98 EPA
  • Mike Gesicki (213) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +0.83 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

PlayerTeamAttCmp%YdsTDEPA/playTotal EPA
Wilton Speight1302777.8%01+0.36+9.83
Trace McSorley2132955.2%01-0.20-5.86

Team EPA comparison

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

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

QtrOffensePlaysYardsEPAResult
Q113050+2.05Ended
Q121330-2.91Punt
Q113010+0.55Rush TD
Q113080+3.09Ended
Q121380-3.37Ended
Q113010+1.76Rush TD
Q113060+1.01Ended
Q121330-3.51Ended
Q213010+1.86Ended
Q221320+0.62Punt
Q213010+1.06Rush TD
Q2130120+4.55Ended
Q221330-1.74Punt
Q213070-2.52Ended
Q221330-2.16Punt
Q213010+1.60Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

  1. Q4 · Michigan Wolverines · Karan Higdon run for 40 yds for a TD, (Kenny Allen KICK) (+4.91 EPA)
  2. Q3 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Trace McSorley pass complete to Saquon Barkley for 19 yds to the Mich 7 for a 1ST down (+3.56 EPA)
  3. Q3 · Michigan Wolverines · Joey Julius kickoff for 46 yds , Khaleke Hudson return for 6 yds to the Mich 25 (-3.53 EPA)
  4. Q4 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Trace McSorley pass intercepted Mike McCray return for 22 yds to the PnSt 31 (-3.17 EPA)
  5. Q3 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Saquon Barkley run for 33 yds to the Mich 40 for a 1ST down (+2.97 EPA)
  6. Q4 · Michigan Wolverines · Ty Isaac run for 25 yds to the PnSt 6 for a 1ST down (+2.95 EPA)
  7. Q4 · Penn State Nittany Lions · MICHIGAN Penalty, Defensive Pass Interference (15 Yards) to the PnSt 46 for a 1ST down (+2.9 EPA)
  8. Q4 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Trace McSorley pass complete to Mike Gesicki for 12 yds to the Mich 39 for a 1ST down (+2.81 EPA)

Key takeaways

  • Michigan Wolverines controlled the final (49–10) in Week 4.
  • Passing edge: Wilton Speight (130) — yds, 1 TD.
  • EPA edge: PSU 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 Penn State Nittany Lions vs Michigan Wolverines?

Penn State Nittany Lions 10, Michigan Wolverines 49 in Week 4 of the 2016 college football season.

Who won Penn State Nittany Lions vs Michigan Wolverines?

Michigan Wolverines won with a final score of 10–49.

Where can I find the Penn State Nittany Lions vs Michigan Wolverines box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=400869658.

Who led Penn State Nittany Lions vs Michigan Wolverines in passing?

Wilton Speight (130) led passers with 0.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Penn State Nittany Lions at Michigan Wolverines in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Season records after this game

Penn State Nittany Lions

Entered 2-1 Now 2-2 L

Michigan Wolverines

Entered 3-1 Now 4-1 W