Michigan State Spartans vs. Penn State Nittany Lions: 2018 Week 7 Recap

Quick answer

Michigan State Spartans defeated Penn State Nittany Lions 21–17 in Week 7, 2018. Final score: Michigan State Spartans 21, Penn State Nittany Lions 17.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Michigan State Spartans	0	6	6	6	21
Penn State Nittany Lions	6	6	0	3	17

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Connor Heyward (127) — 0.0 yds · +3.95 EPA/play +3.95 EPA
• Trace McSorley (213) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.04 EPA/play -1.21 EPA
• Brian Lewerke (127) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.15 EPA/play -6.50 EPA

Rushing

• Miles Sanders (213) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.19 EPA
• La'Darius Jefferson (127) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.15 EPA
• Trace McSorley (213) — 0.0 yds -0.78 EPA

Receiving

• Felton Davis III (127) — 8 rec · 0.0 yds +0.79 EPA
• KJ Hamler (213) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +0.94 EPA
• Pat Freiermuth (213) — 3 rec · 0.0 yds -0.24 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Connor Heyward	127	1	100.0%	0	0	+3.95	+3.95
Trace McSorley	213	31	61.3%	0	1	-0.04	-1.21
Brian Lewerke	127	44	54.5%	0	2	-0.15	-6.50

Team EPA comparison

Stat	MSU	PSU
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	6	0	+8.11	Ended
Q1	213	3	0	-2.58	Punt
Q1	127	3	0	-0.60	Punt
Q1	213	4	0	+5.80	Pass TD
Q1	127	4	0	-2.24	Punt
Q1	213	6	0	-2.51	Fumble
Q1	127	8	0	-1.59	Punt
Q2	213	1	0	-0.06	Ended
Q2	127	2	0	-1.18	Punt
Q2	213	3	0	-0.77	Punt
Q2	127	7	0	-1.15	Punt
Q2	213	1	0	+4.72	Rush TD
Q2	213	4	0	+0.65	Ended
Q2	127	3	0	-2.50	Punt
Q2	213	3	0	-1.93	Punt
Q2	127	3	0	-2.70	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Michigan State Spartans · Brian Lewerke pass intercepted Garrett Taylor return for 37 yds to the MchSt 35 (-6.27 EPA)
2. Q1 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Trace McSorley run for 2 yds to the MchSt 31 Trace McSorley fumbled, forced by Khari Willis, recovered by MchSt Tyriq Thompson (-5.79 EPA)
3. Q2 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Miles Sanders run for 48 yds for a TD, (Jake Pinegar KICK) (+4.72 EPA)
4. Q1 · Michigan State Spartans · Connor Heyward run for 26 yds to the PnSt 40 for a 1ST down (+4.48 EPA)
5. Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Brian Lewerke pass complete to Felton Davis III for 25 yds for a TD, (Matt Coghlin KICK) (+4.1 EPA)
6. Q1 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Miles Sanders run for 78 yds to the MchSt 5 for a 1ST down (+4.04 EPA)
7. Q1 · Michigan State Spartans · Connor Heyward pass complete to Cam Chambers for 36 yds to the PnSt 1 for a 1ST down (+3.95 EPA)
8. Q3 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Trace McSorley sacked by Kenny Willekes for a loss of 7 yards to the MchSt 36 (-3.28 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Michigan State Spartans controlled the final (21–17) in Week 7.
• Passing edge: Connor Heyward (127) — yds.
• 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 Penn State Nittany Lions?

Michigan State Spartans 21, Penn State Nittany Lions 17 in Week 7 of the 2018 college football season.

Who won Michigan State Spartans vs Penn State Nittany Lions?

Michigan State Spartans won with a final score of 21–17.

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

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401012883.

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

Connor Heyward (127) led passers with 0.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

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