Michigan State Spartans vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 2023 Week 9 Recap

Quick answer

Minnesota Golden Gophers defeated Michigan State Spartans 27–12 in Week 9, 2023. Final score: Michigan State Spartans 12, Minnesota Golden Gophers 27.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Michigan State Spartans	6	0	0	6	12
Minnesota Golden Gophers	0	9	0	15	27

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Sam Leavitt (Michigan State) — 69.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.04 EPA/play -0.46 EPA
• Athan Kaliakmanis (Minnesota) — 142.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.13 EPA/play -3.11 EPA
• Katin Houser (Michigan State) — 117.0 yds · -0.36 EPA/play -7.82 EPA

Rushing

• Jordan Nubin (Minnesota) — 204.0 yds · 2 TD +0.06 EPA
• Nathan Carter (Michigan State) — 44.0 yds -0.42 EPA
• Sam Leavitt (Michigan State) — 56.0 yds +1.04 EPA

Receiving

• Daniel Jackson (Minnesota) — 7 rec · 120.0 yds +2.10 EPA
• Nathan Carter (Michigan State) — 5 rec · 9.0 yds -0.77 EPA
• Montorie Foster Jr. (Michigan State) — 4 rec · 55.0 yds +0.63 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Sam Leavitt	Michigan State	13	61.5%	69	1	-0.04	-0.46
Athan Kaliakmanis	Minnesota	24	54.2%	142	1	-0.13	-3.11
Katin Houser	Michigan State	22	54.5%	117	0	-0.36	-7.82

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Michigan State	Minnesota
Plays	55	70
EPA / play	-0.163	-0.075
Total EPA	-8.99	-5.23
Success rate	36.4%	40.0%
Pass EPA / play	-0.237	-0.130
Rush EPA / play	-0.036	-0.046
Yards	299	368

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Minnesota	2	1	-5.12	Fumble
Q1	Michigan State	3	5	-2.59	Field goal
Q1	Minnesota	5	8	-2.71	Ended
Q1	Michigan State	3	9	-1.88	Field goal
Q1	Minnesota	3	18	-0.19	Punt
Q1	Michigan State	3	1	-3.21	Punt
Q1	Minnesota	5	20	-1.66	Punt
Q1	Michigan State	6	17	-1.46	Punt
Q1	Minnesota	12	65	+0.47	Ended
Q2	Michigan State	3	3	-2.19	Punt
Q2	Minnesota	6	9	-3.51	Field goal
Q2	Michigan State	4	35	-0.59	Punt
Q2	Minnesota	8	94	+7.12	Pass TD
Q2	Michigan State	1	10	0.00	Ended
Q3	Michigan State	3	7	-2.02	Punt
Q3	Minnesota	3	0	-3.54	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q2 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Athan Kaliakmanis pass to Daniel Jackson for a touchdown (22 yards) (+5.36 EPA)
2. Q1 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Fumble (-4.18 EPA)
3. Q3 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Athan Kaliakmanis pass intercepted (-3.54 EPA)
4. Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Sam Leavitt pass intercepted (-3.33 EPA)
5. Q1 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Athan Kaliakmanis sacked for a loss of 14 yards (3rd & 6) (-3.1 EPA)
6. Q2 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Blocked Field Goal (35 yards) (-3.02 EPA)
7. Q2 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Penalty (2nd & 19) (+2.92 EPA)
8. Q4 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Jordan Nubin rushes for 18 yards (3rd & 6) (+2.8 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Minnesota Golden Gophers controlled the final (27–12) in Week 9.
• Passing edge: Sam Leavitt (Michigan State) — 69.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: Minnesota at -0.075 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 Minnesota Golden Gophers?

Michigan State Spartans 12, Minnesota Golden Gophers 27 in Week 9 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Michigan State Spartans vs Minnesota Golden Gophers?

Minnesota Golden Gophers won with a final score of 12–27.

Where can I find the Michigan State Spartans vs Minnesota Golden Gophers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401520354.

Who led Michigan State Spartans vs Minnesota Golden Gophers in passing?

Sam Leavitt (Michigan State) led passers with 69.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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