Quick answer
Michigan State Spartans defeated Illinois Fighting Illini 23–15 in Week 10, 2022. Final score: Michigan State Spartans 23, Illinois Fighting Illini 15.
Game summary
Michigan State Spartans beat Illinois Fighting Illini 23–15 in Week 10 of the 2022 season.
- Scoring: 5 touchdowns, 1 field goal across 6 plays.
- Passing leader: Tommy DeVito (Illinois) — 285.0 pass yds, 2 TD, +0.20 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Chase Brown — 136.0 yds.
- Receiving leader: Jayden Reed — 5 rec, 68.0 yds.
- EPA edge: Michigan State (-0.041/play) vs Illinois (-0.141/play).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Michigan State Spartans | 3 | 6 | 12 | 0 | 23 |
 Illinois Fighting Illini | 6 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 15 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
MSUMichigan State SpartansTommy DeVito pass to Isaiah Williams for a touchdown (60 yards)
Field goal good from 21 yards
Payton Thorne pass to Tre Mosley for a touchdown (1 yard)
Jarek Broussard rushes 11 yards for a touchdown
Payton Thorne pass to Jayden Reed for a touchdown (16 yards)
Tommy DeVito pass to Isaiah Williams for a touchdown (7 yards)
ILLIllinois Fighting IlliniFantasyHQ CFB Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- Illinois
Q1TD IWIsaiah WilliamsPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 0-6
Tommy DeVito pass to Isaiah Williams for a touchdown (60 yards)
- Michigan State
Q1FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 4
- Score
- 3-6
Field goal good from 21 yards
- Michigan State
Q2TD TMTre MosleyPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 9-6
Payton Thorne pass to Tre Mosley for a touchdown (1 yard)
- Michigan State
Q3TD JBJarek BroussardPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 15-6
Jarek Broussard rushes 11 yards for a touchdown
- Michigan State
Q3TD JRJayden ReedPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 21-6
Payton Thorne pass to Jayden Reed for a touchdown (16 yards)
- Illinois
Q4TD IWIsaiah WilliamsPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 21-12
Tommy DeVito pass to Isaiah Williams for a touchdown (7 yards)
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Tommy DeVito (Illinois) — 285.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.20 EPA/play +7.88 EPA
- Payton Thorne (Michigan State) — 176.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.06 EPA/play -1.71 EPA
Rushing
- Chase Brown (Illinois) — 136.0 yds -0.38 EPA
- Jalen Berger (Michigan State) — 81.0 yds +0.05 EPA
- Reggie Love III (Illinois) — 23.0 yds -0.22 EPA
Receiving
- Jayden Reed (Michigan State) — 5 rec · 68.0 yds +0.07 EPA
- Isaiah Williams (Illinois) — 5 rec · 98.0 yds +0.97 EPA
- Tip Reiman (Illinois) — 4 rec · 29.0 yds +0.12 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tommy DeVito | Illinois | 40 | 60.0% | 285 | 2 | +0.20 | +7.88 |
| Payton Thorne | Michigan State | 30 | 63.3% | 176 | 2 | -0.06 | -1.71 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | Michigan State | Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Plays | 58 | 84 |
| EPA / play | -0.041 | -0.141 |
| Total EPA | -2.36 | -11.85 |
| Success rate | 37.9% | 42.9% |
| Pass EPA / play | -0.057 | +0.197 |
| Rush EPA / play | -0.023 | -0.448 |
| Yards | 294 | 456 |
Drive chart
Key possessions and results.
| Qtr | Offense | Plays | Yards | EPA | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | Michigan State | 1 | 0 | -4.35 | Interception |
| Q1 | Illinois | 9 | 39 | -2.34 | Ended |
| Q1 | Michigan State | 3 | 9 | -0.53 | Punt |
| Q1 | Illinois | 2 | 59 | +4.59 | Pass TD |
| Q1 | Michigan State | 14 | 78 | +1.76 | Field goal |
| Q1 | Illinois | 6 | 22 | -1.68 | Punt |
| Q2 | Michigan State | 7 | 61 | +4.82 | Pass TD |
| Q2 | Illinois | 7 | 53 | -2.11 | Fumble |
| Q2 | Michigan State | 4 | 4 | -2.07 | Punt |
| Q2 | Illinois | 14 | 78 | -0.09 | Ended |
| Q2 | Michigan State | 2 | 10 | -0.86 | Ended |
| Q3 | Illinois | 4 | 7 | -2.22 | Punt |
| Q3 | Michigan State | 5 | 24 | -1.73 | Punt |
| Q3 | Illinois | 6 | 12 | -2.01 | Punt |
| Q3 | Michigan State | 6 | 29 | +2.68 | Rush TD |
| Q3 | Illinois | 4 | 6 | -5.50 | Fumble |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q1 · Illinois Fighting Illini · Tommy DeVito pass to Isaiah Williams for a touchdown (60 yards) (+5.59 EPA)
- Q1 · Michigan State Spartans · Payton Thorne pass intercepted (-4.35 EPA)
- Q3 · Illinois Fighting Illini · Fumble (-3.8 EPA)
- Q4 · Illinois Fighting Illini · Tommy DeVito sacked for a loss of 4 yards (4th & 10) (-3.37 EPA)
- Q4 · Illinois Fighting Illini · Tommy DeVito pass to Isaiah Williams for a touchdown (7 yards) (+3.34 EPA)
- Q2 · Illinois Fighting Illini · Fumble (-3.17 EPA)
- Q3 · Michigan State Spartans · Payton Thorne pass to Jalen Berger for 9 yards (4th & 4) (+3.03 EPA)
- Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Field goal missed (-2.93 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Michigan State Spartans controlled the final (23–15) in Week 10.
- Passing edge: Tommy DeVito (Illinois) — 285.0 yds, 2 TD.
- EPA edge: Michigan State at -0.041 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 Illinois Fighting Illini?
Michigan State Spartans 23, Illinois Fighting Illini 15 in Week 10 of the 2022 college football season.
Who won Michigan State Spartans vs Illinois Fighting Illini?
Michigan State Spartans won with a final score of 23–15.
Where can I find the Michigan State Spartans vs Illinois Fighting Illini box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401405127.
Who led Michigan State Spartans vs Illinois Fighting Illini in passing?
Tommy DeVito (Illinois) led passers with 285.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Michigan State Spartans at Illinois Fighting Illini in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Michigan State Spartans
Entered 3-5 Now 4-5 W
Illinois Fighting Illini
Entered 7-1 Now 7-2 L
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