Youngstown State Penguins vs. Michigan State Spartans: 2021 Week 2 Recap

Quick answer

Michigan State Spartans defeated Youngstown State Penguins 42–14 in Week 2, 2021. Final score: Youngstown State Penguins 14, Michigan State Spartans 42.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Youngstown State Penguins	0	6	6	0	14
Michigan State Spartans	12	18	6	0	42

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Payton Thorne (127) — 0.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.47 EPA/play +7.52 EPA
• Joe Craycraft (2754) — 0.0 yds · +0.26 EPA/play +2.10 EPA
• Anthony Russo (127) — 0.0 yds · -0.08 EPA/play -0.53 EPA

Rushing

• Jordon Simmons (127) — 0.0 yds +0.08 EPA
• Demeatric Crenshaw (2754) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD +0.48 EPA
• Jaleel McLaughlin (2754) — 0.0 yds -0.35 EPA

Receiving

• Jalen Nailor (127) — 4 rec · 0.0 yds +0.35 EPA
• Jayden Reed (127) — 4 rec · 0.0 yds +1.71 EPA
• Luke Hensley (2754) — 4 rec · 0.0 yds +0.28 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Payton Thorne	127	16	81.2%	0	4	+0.47	+7.52
Joe Craycraft	2754	8	75.0%	0	0	+0.26	+2.10
Anthony Russo	127	7	71.4%	0	0	-0.08	-0.53
Demeatric Crenshaw	2754	16	62.5%	0	0	-0.18	-2.96

Team EPA comparison

Stat	YSU	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	2754	3	0	-2.10	Punt
Q1	127	5	0	+2.43	Rush TD
Q1	2754	6	0	-1.16	Punt
Q1	127	4	0	+2.07	Punt
Q1	2754	3	0	-1.48	Ended
Q1	127	4	0	+1.96	Pass TD
Q1	2754	3	0	-3.55	Ended
Q2	2754	1	0	+0.04	Ended
Q2	127	10	0	+6.83	Rush TD
Q2	2754	4	0	+2.76	Rush TD
Q2	127	1	0	+1.96	Pass TD
Q2	2754	8	0	+4.68	Punt
Q2	127	4	0	+5.15	Pass TD
Q2	2754	2	0	-4.40	Interception
Q2	127	2	0	+1.23	Ended
Q2	2754	3	0	+1.97	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Anthony Russo run for 7 yds to the YngSt 1 (-5.17 EPA)
2. Q1 · Michigan State Spartans · Payton Thorne pass complete to Jayden Reed for 75 yds for a TD, (Matt Coghlin KICK) (+4.88 EPA)
3. Q2 · Michigan State Spartans · Payton Thorne pass complete to Jayden Reed for 85 yds for a TD, (Matt Coghlin KICK) (+4.01 EPA)
4. Q3 · Youngstown State Penguins · Christian Turner run for 26 yds for a TD, (Colten McFadden KICK) (+3.76 EPA)
5. Q2 · Youngstown State Penguins · Demeatric Crenshaw pass intercepted return for no gain to the MchSt 2 (-3.69 EPA)
6. Q2 · Youngstown State Penguins · Demeatric Crenshaw 6 Yd Run (Colten McFadden Kick) (+3.32 EPA)
7. Q2 · Youngstown State Penguins · Christian Turner run for 16 yds to the MchSt 29 for a 1ST down MICHIGAN ST Penalty, Targeting on BRANTLEY, Charles ( Yards) declined for a 1ST down (+3.05 EPA)
8. Q2 · Youngstown State Penguins · Demeatric Crenshaw pass complete to Jaleel McLaughlin for 30 yds to the MchSt 27 for a 1ST down (+2.77 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Michigan State Spartans controlled the final (42–14) in Week 2.
• Passing edge: Payton Thorne (127) — yds, 4 TD.
• EPA edge: YSU 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 Youngstown State Penguins vs Michigan State Spartans?

Youngstown State Penguins 14, Michigan State Spartans 42 in Week 2 of the 2021 college football season.

Who won Youngstown State Penguins vs Michigan State Spartans?

Michigan State Spartans won with a final score of 14–42.

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

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401282783.

Who led Youngstown State Penguins vs Michigan State Spartans in passing?

Payton Thorne (127) led passers with 0.0 yards and 4 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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