Michigan Wolverines vs. Michigan State Spartans: 2018 Week 8 Recap

Quick answer

Michigan Wolverines defeated Michigan State Spartans 21–7 in Week 8, 2018. Final score: Michigan Wolverines 21, Michigan State Spartans 7.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Michigan Wolverines	0	6	6	6	21
Michigan State Spartans	0	0	6	0	7

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Shea Patterson (130) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.13 EPA/play +3.59 EPA
• Darrell Stewart Jr. (127) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +1.46 EPA/play +1.46 EPA
• Rocky Lombardi (127) — 0.0 yds · -0.92 EPA/play -2.77 EPA

Rushing

• Karan Higdon (130) — 0.0 yds -0.16 EPA
• LJ Scott (127) — 0.0 yds -0.23 EPA
• Shea Patterson (130) — 0.0 yds -0.38 EPA

Receiving

• Grant Perry (130) — 3 rec · 0.0 yds +0.14 EPA
• Nico Collins (130) — 3 rec · 0.0 yds +0.86 EPA
• Zach Gentry (130) — 2 rec · 0.0 yds -0.30 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Shea Patterson	130	27	51.9%	0	2	+0.13	+3.59
Darrell Stewart Jr.	127	1	100.0%	0	1	+1.46	+1.46
Rocky Lombardi	127	3	33.3%	0	0	-0.92	-2.77
Brian Lewerke	127	18	27.8%	0	0	-0.61	-10.91

Team EPA comparison

Stat	MICH	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	130	13	0	+3.35	Ended
Q1	127	7	0	-1.95	Punt
Q1	130	6	0	-1.47	Punt
Q2	127	1	0	-2.30	Ended
Q2	130	3	0	-1.15	Punt
Q2	127	2	0	+0.15	Punt
Q2	130	3	0	+0.56	Ended
Q2	127	2	0	-0.59	Punt
Q2	130	3	0	-2.66	Punt
Q2	127	2	0	-1.44	Punt
Q2	130	4	0	-2.35	Punt
Q2	127	3	0	-2.44	Punt
Q2	130	3	0	-2.36	Punt
Q2	127	5	0	-2.06	Punt
Q2	130	1	0	+2.52	Pass TD
Q3	130	4	0	+1.74	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Michigan Wolverines · Shea Patterson run for a loss of 1 yard to the MchSt 23 Shea Patterson fumbled, recovered by MchSt Tyriq Thompson (-5.77 EPA)
2. Q3 · Michigan Wolverines · Will Hart punt for 50 yds , Shakur Brown returns for 10 yds to the MchSt 46 Shakur Brown fumbled, recovered by Mich Joe Hewlett (+5.56 EPA)
3. Q3 · Michigan Wolverines · Donovan Peoples-Jones 79 Yd pass from Shea Patterson (Quinn Nordin Kick) (+4.93 EPA)
4. Q3 · Michigan Wolverines · Chris Evans run for a loss of 2 yards to the Mich 7 Chris Evans fumbled, forced by Raequan Williams, recovered by MchSt Brandon Bouyer-Randle (-4.03 EPA)
5. Q4 · Michigan Wolverines · Shea Patterson run for 11 yds to the MchSt 30 for a 1ST down (+2.88 EPA)
6. Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Rocky Lombardi sacked by Devin Bush for a loss of 11 yards to the Mich 35 (-2.56 EPA)
7. Q2 · Michigan Wolverines · Nico Collins 6 Yd pass from Shea Patterson (Quinn Nordin Kick) (+2.52 EPA)
8. Q2 · Michigan Wolverines · Quinn Nordin 36 yd FG MISSED (-2.47 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Michigan Wolverines controlled the final (21–7) in Week 8.
• Passing edge: Shea Patterson (130) — yds, 2 TD.
• EPA edge: MICH 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 Wolverines vs Michigan State Spartans?

Michigan Wolverines 21, Michigan State Spartans 7 in Week 8 of the 2018 college football season.

Who won Michigan Wolverines vs Michigan State Spartans?

Michigan Wolverines won with a final score of 21–7.

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

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401012884.

Who led Michigan Wolverines vs Michigan State Spartans in passing?

Shea Patterson (130) led passers with 0.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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