Michigan State Spartans vs. Rutgers Scarlet Knights: 2017 Week 13 Recap

Quick answer

Michigan State Spartans defeated Rutgers Scarlet Knights 40–7 in Week 13, 2017. Final score: Michigan State Spartans 40, Rutgers Scarlet Knights 7.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Michigan State Spartans	9	3	3	18	40
Rutgers Scarlet Knights	0	6	0	0	7

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Brian Lewerke (127) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.35 EPA/play +10.71 EPA
• Giovanni Rescigno (164) — 0.0 yds · -0.90 EPA/play -2.69 EPA
• Johnathan Lewis (164) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.39 EPA/play -6.20 EPA

Rushing

• LJ Scott (127) — 0.0 yds -0.58 EPA
• Brian Lewerke (127) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.57 EPA
• Gerald Holmes (127) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.17 EPA

Receiving

• Felton Davis III (127) — 6 rec · 0.0 yds +0.44 EPA
• Darrell Stewart Jr. (127) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +0.42 EPA
• Cody White (127) — 2 rec · 0.0 yds +0.57 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Brian Lewerke	127	31	67.7%	0	1	+0.35	+10.71
Giovanni Rescigno	164	3	0.0%	0	0	-0.90	-2.69
Johnathan Lewis	164	16	37.5%	0	1	-0.39	-6.20

Team EPA comparison

Stat	MSU	RUTG
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	164	2	0	-0.92	Ended
Q1	127	12	0	+1.38	Ended
Q1	164	3	0	-2.69	Punt
Q1	127	0	0	—	Field goal
Q1	127	3	0	-2.80	Ended
Q1	164	1	0	-5.06	Fumble
Q1	127	1	0	+2.71	Pass TD
Q1	127	18	0	-0.35	Field goal
Q2	164	5	0	-0.95	Punt
Q2	127	5	0	-0.83	Ended
Q2	164	3	0	-2.47	Punt
Q2	127	5	0	-2.15	Punt
Q2	164	1	0	+3.78	Pass TD
Q2	164	2	0	+0.84	Ended
Q3	127	10	0	+1.78	Ended
Q3	164	2	0	-0.33	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Johnathan Lewis pass intercepted Joe Bachie return for 15 yds to the MchSt 46 (-5.64 EPA)
2. Q1 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Gus Edwards run for 1 yd to the Rutgr 8 Gus Edwards fumbled, forced by Demetrius Cooper, recovered by MchSt Andrew Dowell (-5.06 EPA)
3. Q1 · Michigan State Spartans · LJ Scott run for 3 yds to the Rutgr 2 (-4.97 EPA)
4. Q2 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Johnathan Lewis pass complete to Raheem Blackshear for 42 yds for a TD, (Andrew Harte KICK) (+3.78 EPA)
5. Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Damion Terry run for 5 yds to the Rutgr 3 for a 1ST down (+3.29 EPA)
6. Q4 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Johnathan Lewis pass complete to Dacoven Bailey for 31 yds to the MchSt 46 for a 1ST down (+2.88 EPA)
7. Q3 · Rutgers Scarlet Knights · Ryan Anderson punt for 45 yds, downed at the MchSt 31 (+2.84 EPA)
8. Q1 · Michigan State Spartans · Brian Lewerke pass complete to Connor Heyward for 7 yds for a TD, (Matt Coghlin KICK) (+2.71 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Michigan State Spartans controlled the final (40–7) in Week 13.
• Passing edge: Brian Lewerke (127) — yds, 1 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 Rutgers Scarlet Knights?

Michigan State Spartans 40, Rutgers Scarlet Knights 7 in Week 13 of the 2017 college football season.

Who won Michigan State Spartans vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights?

Michigan State Spartans won with a final score of 40–7.

Where can I find the Michigan State Spartans vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=400935423.

Who led Michigan State Spartans vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights in passing?

Brian Lewerke (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 Michigan State Spartans at Rutgers Scarlet Knights in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.