Maryland Terrapins vs. Michigan State Spartans: 2023 Week 4 Recap

Quick answer

Maryland Terrapins defeated Michigan State Spartans 31–9 in Week 4, 2023. Final score: Maryland Terrapins 31, Michigan State Spartans 9.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Maryland Terrapins	6	12	0	9	31
Michigan State Spartans	0	3	6	0	9

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Taulia Tagovailoa (Maryland) — 219.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.05 EPA/play +1.72 EPA
• Sam Leavitt (Michigan State) — 9.0 yds · -0.10 EPA/play -0.19 EPA
• Katin Houser (Michigan State) — 64.0 yds · -0.40 EPA/play -4.39 EPA

Rushing

• Nathan Carter (Michigan State) — 97.0 yds +0.00 EPA
• Roman Hemby (Maryland) — 12.0 yds -0.53 EPA
• Antwain Littleton II (Maryland) — 33.0 yds +0.19 EPA

Receiving

• Montorie Foster Jr. (Michigan State) — 6 rec · 67.0 yds +1.18 EPA
• Kaden Prather (Maryland) — 6 rec · 45.0 yds +0.37 EPA
• Maliq Carr (Michigan State) — 5 rec · 53.0 yds +0.75 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Taulia Tagovailoa	Maryland	35	57.1%	219	3	+0.05	+1.72
Sam Leavitt	Michigan State	2	100.0%	9	0	-0.10	-0.19
Katin Houser	Michigan State	11	54.5%	64	0	-0.40	-4.39
Noah Kim	Michigan State	34	52.9%	164	1	-0.31	-10.40

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Maryland	Michigan State
Plays	65	75
EPA / play	+0.021	-0.198
Total EPA	+1.36	-14.88
Success rate	36.9%	46.7%
Pass EPA / play	+0.049	-0.319
Rush EPA / play	-0.012	+0.004
Yards	340	357

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Michigan State	7	26	-4.16	Interception
Q1	Maryland	9	45	+3.67	Pass TD
Q1	Michigan State	13	82	+3.71	Ended
Q1	Michigan State	1	-4	-4.02	Ended
Q1	Maryland	10	76	+4.92	Pass TD
Q2	Michigan State	2	7	-4.85	Fumble
Q2	Maryland	5	32	+2.60	Rush TD
Q2	Michigan State	9	41	-0.50	Field goal
Q2	Maryland	3	9	-1.38	Punt
Q2	Michigan State	10	30	-1.36	Ended
Q3	Maryland	9	53	+0.26	Missed FG
Q3	Michigan State	2	15	-3.66	Interception
Q3	Maryland	8	34	-3.63	Interception
Q3	Michigan State	9	80	+7.61	Pass TD
Q3	Maryland	3	5	-2.54	Punt
Q3	Michigan State	3	7	-1.88	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Michigan State Spartans · Noah Kim pass intercepted (-6.39 EPA)
2. Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Katin Houser pass intercepted (-6.24 EPA)
3. Q4 · Maryland Terrapins · Taulia Tagovailoa pass to Octavian Smith Jr. for a touchdown (31 yards) (+5.27 EPA)
4. Q2 · Michigan State Spartans · Fumble (-5.16 EPA)
5. Q3 · Michigan State Spartans · Noah Kim pass intercepted (-5.11 EPA)
6. Q3 · Maryland Terrapins · Colton Spangler rushes for 14 yards (4th & 10) (+4.43 EPA)
7. Q1 · Michigan State Spartans · Kickoff (+4.43 EPA)
8. Q1 · Michigan State Spartans · Nathan Carter rushes for a loss of 4 yards (4th & 1) (-4.02 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Maryland Terrapins controlled the final (31–9) in Week 4.
• Passing edge: Taulia Tagovailoa (Maryland) — 219.0 yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: Maryland at 0.021 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 Maryland Terrapins vs Michigan State Spartans?

Maryland Terrapins 31, Michigan State Spartans 9 in Week 4 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Maryland Terrapins vs Michigan State Spartans?

Maryland Terrapins won with a final score of 31–9.

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

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401520261.

Who led Maryland Terrapins vs Michigan State Spartans in passing?

Taulia Tagovailoa (Maryland) led passers with 219.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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