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Michigan State Spartans vs. Washington Huskies: 2022 Week 3 Recap

Huskies defeat Spartans 39–28 in Week 3

Payton Thorne paced the box score as Huskies closed out a 28–39 Week 3 finish.

Michigan State Spartans 28 2-1
Final 28–39
Washington Huskies 39 3-0 Winner
Winner
Washington Huskies
Final score
28–39
Halftime
Michigan State Spartans 8–24 Washington Huskies
Top passer
Payton Thorne
FantasyHQ MVP
Payton Thorne

Top CFB performers · Spartans

  • Payton Thorne 301.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.56 EPA/play +26.0 EPA
  • Jalen Berger 27.0 yds -5.4 EPA
  • Payton Thorne 34.0 yds -0.2 EPA

Top CFB performers · Huskies

  • Michael Penix Jr. 397.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.64 EPA/play +25.7 EPA
  • Cameron Davis 69.0 yds · 1 TD -3.1 EPA
  • Wayne Taulapapa 36.0 yds -1.9 EPA

Quick answer

Washington Huskies defeated Michigan State Spartans 39–28 in Week 3, 2022. Final score: Michigan State Spartans 28, Washington Huskies 39.

Game summary

Washington Huskies beat Michigan State Spartans 39–28 in Week 3 of the 2022 season.

  • Scoring: 9 touchdowns, 1 field goal across 11 plays.
  • Passing leader: Payton Thorne (Michigan State) — 301.0 pass yds, 3 TD, +0.56 EPA/play.
  • Rushing leader: Cameron Davis — 69.0 yds, 1 TD.
  • Receiving leader: Keon Coleman — 9 rec, 116.0 yds.
  • EPA edge: Michigan State (+0.274/play) vs Washington (+0.146/play).

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

TeamQ1Q2Q3Q4Final
Michigan State Spartans2661228
Washington Huskies6186339

Scoring Map

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

MSUMichigan State Spartans
WASHWashington Huskies

FantasyHQ CFB Analytics

Scoring timeline

11 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

  1. Washington
    Q1TD
    JPJa'Lynn Polk

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-6

    Michael Penix Jr. pass to Ja'Lynn Polk for a touchdown (8 yards)

  2. Michigan State
    Q1Safety

    Points+2

    Yard line
    Own EZ
    Score
    2-6

    Safety

  3. Washington
    Q2TD
    CDCameron Davis

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    2-12

    Cameron Davis rushes 1 yard for a touchdown

  4. Washington
    Q2TD
    WTWayne Taulapapa

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    2-18

    Michael Penix Jr. pass to Wayne Taulapapa for a touchdown (19 yards)

  5. Michigan State
    Q2TD
    KCKeon Coleman

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    8-18

    Payton Thorne pass to Keon Coleman for a touchdown (7 yards)

  6. Washington
    Q2TD
    JPJa'Lynn Polk

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    8-24

    Michael Penix Jr. pass to Ja'Lynn Polk for a touchdown (17 yards)

  7. Michigan State
    Q3TD
    TMTre Mosley

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    14-24

    Payton Thorne pass to Tre Mosley for a touchdown (26 yards)

  8. Washington
    Q3TD
    JPJa'Lynn Polk

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    14-30

    Michael Penix Jr. pass to Ja'Lynn Polk for a touchdown (53 yards)

  9. Washington
    Q4FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 9
    Score
    14-33

    Field goal good from 26 yards

  10. Michigan State
    Q4TD
    ECElijah Collins

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    20-33

    Elijah Collins rushes 1 yard for a touchdown

  11. Michigan State
    Q4TD
    KCKeon Coleman

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    26-33

    Payton Thorne pass to Keon Coleman for a touchdown (33 yards)

Stars of the game

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

Passing

  • Payton Thorne (Michigan State) — 301.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.56 EPA/play +26.01 EPA
  • Michael Penix Jr. (Washington) — 397.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.64 EPA/play +25.74 EPA

Rushing

  • Cameron Davis (Washington) — 69.0 yds · 1 TD -0.18 EPA
  • Jalen Berger (Michigan State) — 27.0 yds -0.42 EPA
  • Wayne Taulapapa (Washington) — 36.0 yds -0.16 EPA

Receiving

  • Keon Coleman (Michigan State) — 9 rec · 116.0 yds +1.02 EPA
  • Jalen McMillan (Washington) — 7 rec · 94.0 yds +0.72 EPA
  • Daniel Barker (Michigan State) — 7 rec · 69.0 yds +0.38 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

PlayerTeamAttCmp%YdsTDEPA/playTotal EPA
Payton ThorneMichigan State4665.2%3013+0.56+26.01
Michael Penix Jr.Washington4060.0%3974+0.64+25.74

Team EPA comparison

StatMichigan StateWashington
Plays7277
EPA / play+0.274+0.146
Total EPA+19.76+11.07
Success rate41.7%39.0%
Pass EPA / play+0.565+0.644
Rush EPA / play-0.240-0.408
Yards367513

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

QtrOffensePlaysYardsEPAResult
Q1Washington782+7.06Pass TD
Q1Michigan State513-1.76Punt
Q1Washington1465-0.88Ended
Q1Michigan State00Safety
Q1Washington760+3.44Rush TD
Q2Michigan State65-1.85Punt
Q2Washington460+4.02Pass TD
Q2Michigan State1575+6.99Pass TD
Q2Washington865+5.70Pass TD
Q2Michigan State1-10.00Ended
Q3Michigan State866+6.95Pass TD
Q3Washington473+4.95Pass TD
Q3Michigan State1017-1.40Punt
Q3Washington1058+1.16Punt
Q3Michigan State54+1.47Ended
Q4Washington913-5.61Ended

Biggest EPA swings

  1. Q3 · Michigan State Spartans · Payton Thorne pass to Tre Mosley for a touchdown (26 yards) (+6.81 EPA)
  2. Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Payton Thorne to Jalen Berger — Pass Incompletion (no gain) (+5.86 EPA)
  3. Q2 · Michigan State Spartans · Payton Thorne pass to Keon Coleman for a touchdown (7 yards) (+5.39 EPA)
  4. Q3 · Michigan State Spartans · Payton Thorne pass to Daniel Barker for 13 yards (4th & 7) (+4.56 EPA)
  5. Q3 · Washington Huskies · Michael Penix Jr. pass to Rome Odunze for 29 yards (3rd & 10) (+4.32 EPA)
  6. Q2 · Washington Huskies · Michael Penix Jr. pass to Ja'Lynn Polk for a touchdown (17 yards) (+4.26 EPA)
  7. Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Payton Thorne pass to Keon Coleman for a touchdown (33 yards) (+4.15 EPA)
  8. Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Payton Thorne pass to Jalen Berger for 32 yards (3rd & 10) (+3.7 EPA)

Key takeaways

  • Washington Huskies controlled the final (39–28) in Week 3.
  • Passing edge: Payton Thorne (Michigan State) — 301.0 yds, 3 TD.
  • EPA edge: Michigan State at 0.274 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 Washington Huskies?

Michigan State Spartans 28, Washington Huskies 39 in Week 3 of the 2022 college football season.

Who won Michigan State Spartans vs Washington Huskies?

Washington Huskies won with a final score of 28–39.

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

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401403994.

Who led Michigan State Spartans vs Washington Huskies in passing?

Payton Thorne (Michigan State) led passers with 301.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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

Season records after this game

Michigan State Spartans

Entered 2-0 Now 2-1 L

Washington Huskies

Entered 2-0 Now 3-0 W