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Michigan State Spartans vs. Iowa Hawkeyes: 2020 Week 10 Recap

Hawkeyes defeat Spartans 49–7 in Week 10

Scoring plays, EPA leaders, and college football analytics for Michigan State Spartans vs. Iowa Hawkeyes (Week 10).

Michigan State Spartans 7 1-2
Final 7–49
Iowa Hawkeyes 49 1-2 Winner
Winner
Iowa Hawkeyes
Final score
7–49
Halftime
Michigan State Spartans 12–18 Iowa Hawkeyes
Top passer
Rocky Lombardi

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Quick answer

Iowa Hawkeyes defeated Michigan State Spartans 49–7 in Week 10, 2020. Final score: Michigan State Spartans 7, Iowa Hawkeyes 49.

Game summary

Iowa Hawkeyes dominated Michigan State Spartans 49–7 in Week 10 of the 2020 season.

  • Scoring: 8 touchdowns across 8 plays.
  • Passing leader: Rocky Lombardi (127) — 0.0 pass yds, +0.10 EPA/play.
  • Rushing leader: Tyler Goodson — 0.0 yds, 2 TD.
  • Receiving leader: Jalen Nailor — 4 rec, 0.0 yds.

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

TeamQ1Q2Q3Q4Final
Michigan State Spartans012607
Iowa Hawkeyes1266649

Scoring Map

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

MSUMichigan State Spartans
IOWAIowa Hawkeyes

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Scoring timeline

8 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

  1. IOWA
    Q1TD
    BSBrandon Smith

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-6

    Brandon Smith 14 Yd pass from Spencer Petras (Keith Duncan Kick)

  2. IOWA
    Q1TD
    TGTyler Goodson

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-12

    Tyler Goodson 3 Yd Run (Keith Duncan Kick)

  3. MSU
    Q2TD
    TTEAM

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    6-12

    Riley Moss 54 Yd Interception Return (Keith Duncan Kick)

  4. MSU
    Q2TD

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    12-12

    Charlie Jones 54 Yd Punt Return (Keith Duncan Kick)

  5. IOWA
    Q2TD
    TGTyler Goodson

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    12-18

    Tyler Goodson 9 Yd Run (Keith Duncan Kick)

  6. IOWA
    Q3TD
    MSMekhi Sargent

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    12-24

    Mekhi Sargent 2 Yd Run (Keith Duncan Kick)

  7. MSU
    Q3TD
    THTyler Hunt

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    18-24

    Tyler Hunt 1 Yd Run (Matt Coghlin Kick)

  8. IOWA
    Q4TD
    MSMekhi Sargent

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    18-30

    Mekhi Sargent 6 Yd Run (Keith Duncan Kick)

Stars of the game

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

Passing

  • Rocky Lombardi (127) — 0.0 yds · +0.10 EPA/play +3.58 EPA
  • Spencer Petras (2294) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.09 EPA/play +2.15 EPA
  • Alex Padilla (2294) — 0.0 yds · +0.91 EPA/play +1.83 EPA

Rushing

  • Tyler Goodson (2294) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD +0.29 EPA
  • Jordon Simmons (127) — 0.0 yds +0.30 EPA
  • Mekhi Sargent (2294) — 0.0 yds · 2 TD +0.01 EPA

Receiving

  • Jalen Nailor (127) — 4 rec · 0.0 yds +1.24 EPA
  • Ricky White (127) — 1 rec · 0.0 yds +0.04 EPA
  • Nico Ragaini (2294) — 3 rec · 0.0 yds +0.18 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

PlayerTeamAttCmp%YdsTDEPA/playTotal EPA
Rocky Lombardi1273548.6%00+0.10+3.58
Spencer Petras22942462.5%01+0.09+2.15
Alex Padilla2294250.0%00+0.91+1.83
Payton Thorne12710.0%00-1.84-1.84
TEAM12710.0%00-7.30-7.31

Team EPA comparison

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

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

QtrOffensePlaysYardsEPAResult
Q112740+0.53Ended
Q1229430-2.90Punt
Q112730-1.29Punt
Q1229410+3.42Pass TD
Q1229490+1.23Ended
Q112760-0.88Interception
Q1229410+1.97Rush TD
Q1229470+4.38Ended
Q2229420+1.64Ended
Q212740-8.43Touchdown
Q212720+0.07Touchdown
Q212730-1.59Ended
Q2229410-0.96Punt
Q212740+1.82Missed FG
Q2229420-2.14Punt
Q212730-1.44Punt

Biggest EPA swings

  1. Q3 · Michigan State Spartans · Rocky Lombardi pass complete to Jalen Nailor for 57 yds to the Iowa 13 for a 1ST down (+7.55 EPA)
  2. Q2 · Michigan State Spartans · Riley Moss 54 Yd Interception Return (Keith Duncan Kick) (-7.3 EPA)
  3. Q2 · Michigan State Spartans · Rocky Lombardi pass intercepted Barrington Wade return for 12 yds to the MchSt 24 (-5.7 EPA)
  4. Q2 · Michigan State Spartans · Charlie Jones 54 Yd Punt Return (Keith Duncan Kick) (-5.45 EPA)
  5. Q2 · Michigan State Spartans · Rocky Lombardi pass complete to Jalen Nailor for 56 yds to the Iowa 36 for a 1ST down (+4.06 EPA)
  6. Q4 · Iowa Hawkeyes · Gavin Williams run for 2 yds to the MchSt 8 (-3.93 EPA)
  7. Q1 · Iowa Hawkeyes · Brandon Smith 14 Yd pass from Spencer Petras (Keith Duncan Kick) (+3.42 EPA)
  8. Q2 · Michigan State Spartans · Matt Coghlin 48 yd FG MISSED (-2.88 EPA)

Key takeaways

  • Iowa Hawkeyes controlled the final (49–7) in Week 10.
  • Passing edge: Rocky Lombardi (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 Iowa Hawkeyes?

Michigan State Spartans 7, Iowa Hawkeyes 49 in Week 10 of the 2020 college football season.

Who won Michigan State Spartans vs Iowa Hawkeyes?

Iowa Hawkeyes won with a final score of 7–49.

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

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401247313.

Who led Michigan State Spartans vs Iowa Hawkeyes in passing?

Rocky Lombardi (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 Iowa Hawkeyes in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Season records after this game

Michigan State Spartans

Entered 1-1 Now 1-2 L

Iowa Hawkeyes

Entered 0-2 Now 1-2 W