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Michigan State Spartans vs. Maryland Terrapins: 2024 Week 2 Recap

Spartans defeat Terrapins 27–24 in Week 2

Billy Edwards Jr. paced the box score as Spartans closed out a 27–24 Week 2 finish.

Michigan State Spartans 27 2-0 Winner
Final 27–24
Maryland Terrapins 24 1-1
Winner
Michigan State Spartans
Final score
27–24
Halftime
Michigan State Spartans 15–12 Maryland Terrapins
Top passer
Billy Edwards Jr.
FantasyHQ MVP
Billy Edwards Jr.

Top CFB performers · Spartans

  • Aidan Chiles 369.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.20 EPA/play +7.8 EPA
  • Nate Carter 44.0 yds -1.6 EPA
  • Kay'Ron Lynch-Adams 46.0 yds -1.1 EPA

Top CFB performers · Terrapins

  • Billy Edwards Jr. 255.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.34 EPA/play +11.8 EPA
  • Roman Hemby 35.0 yds -2.1 EPA
  • Nolan Ray 20.0 yds -2.4 EPA

Quick answer

Michigan State Spartans defeated Maryland Terrapins 27–24 in Week 2, 2024. Final score: Michigan State Spartans 27, Maryland Terrapins 24.

Game summary

Michigan State Spartans edged Maryland Terrapins 27–24 in Week 2 of the 2024 season.

  • Scoring: 6 touchdowns, 3 field goals across 9 plays.
  • Passing leader: Billy Edwards Jr. (Maryland) — 255.0 pass yds, 2 TD, +0.34 EPA/play.
  • Rushing leader: Roman Hemby — 35.0 yds.
  • Receiving leader: Tai Felton — 11 rec, 154.0 yds.
  • EPA edge: Maryland (+0.105/play) vs Michigan State (+0.089/play).

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

TeamQ1Q2Q3Q4Final
Michigan State Spartans690927
Maryland Terrapins1203624

Scoring Map

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

MSUMichigan State Spartans
MDMaryland Terrapins

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Scoring timeline

9 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

  1. Maryland
    Q1TD
    TFTai Felton

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-6

    Billy Edwards Jr. pass to Tai Felton for a touchdown (15 yards)

  2. Michigan State
    Q1TD
    MFMontorie Foster Jr.

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    6-6

    Aidan Chiles pass to Montorie Foster Jr. for a touchdown (9 yards)

  3. Maryland
    Q1TD
    BEBilly Edwards Jr.

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    6-12

    Billy Edwards Jr. rushes 7 yards for a touchdown

  4. Michigan State
    Q2TD
    JGJaron Glover

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    12-12

    Aidan Chiles pass to Jaron Glover for a touchdown (34 yards)

  5. Michigan State
    Q2FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 33
    Score
    15-12

    Field goal good from 50 yards

  6. Maryland
    Q3FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 28
    Score
    15-15

    Field goal good from 45 yards

  7. Maryland
    Q4TD
    DWDylan Wade

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    15-21

    Billy Edwards Jr. pass to Dylan Wade for a touchdown (28 yards)

  8. Michigan State
    Q4TD
    NMNick Marsh

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    21-21

    Aidan Chiles pass to Nick Marsh for a touchdown (77 yards)

  9. Michigan State
    Q4FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 20
    Score
    24-21

    Field goal good from 37 yards

Stars of the game

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

Passing

  • Billy Edwards Jr. (Maryland) — 255.0 yds · 2 TD · +0.34 EPA/play +11.77 EPA
  • Aidan Chiles (Michigan State) — 369.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.20 EPA/play +7.83 EPA

Rushing

  • Roman Hemby (Maryland) — 35.0 yds -0.17 EPA
  • Nate Carter (Michigan State) — 44.0 yds -0.14 EPA
  • Kay'Ron Lynch-Adams (Michigan State) — 46.0 yds -0.11 EPA

Receiving

  • Tai Felton (Maryland) — 11 rec · 154.0 yds +1.74 EPA
  • Nick Marsh (Michigan State) — 7 rec · 181.0 yds +1.72 EPA
  • Jaron Glover (Michigan State) — 5 rec · 84.0 yds +1.66 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

PlayerTeamAttCmp%YdsTDEPA/playTotal EPA
Billy Edwards Jr.Maryland3574.3%2552+0.34+11.77
Aidan ChilesMichigan State4055.0%3693+0.20+7.83

Team EPA comparison

StatMichigan StateMaryland
Plays6865
EPA / play+0.089+0.105
Total EPA+6.07+6.81
Success rate41.2%41.5%
Pass EPA / play+0.196+0.336
Rush EPA / play-0.063-0.165
Yards493350

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

QtrOffensePlaysYardsEPAResult
Q1Maryland1460+5.60Pass TD
Q1Michigan State756+3.75Pass TD
Q1Maryland622-1.27Punt
Q1Michigan State329-5.42Interception
Q1Maryland217+2.24Rush TD
Q1Michigan State1180+6.02Pass TD
Q2Maryland832-0.13Punt
Q2Michigan State33-1.63Punt
Q2Maryland311-0.53Punt
Q2Michigan State18109+1.17Interception
Q3Maryland658+1.35Field goal
Q3Michigan State629+0.74Punt
Q3Maryland1065+4.97Pass TD
Q4Michigan State452-2.92Interception
Q4Maryland426-3.24Interception
Q4Michigan State33-2.31Ended

Biggest EPA swings

  1. Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Aidan Chiles pass to Nick Marsh for a touchdown (77 yards) (+6.45 EPA)
  2. Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Aidan Chiles pass intercepted (-4.72 EPA)
  3. Q4 · Maryland Terrapins · Billy Edwards Jr. pass intercepted (-4.71 EPA)
  4. Q2 · Michigan State Spartans · Aidan Chiles pass to Jaron Glover for a touchdown (34 yards) (+4.42 EPA)
  5. Q3 · Michigan State Spartans · Aidan Chiles pass intercepted (-4.06 EPA)
  6. Q3 · Maryland Terrapins · Billy Edwards Jr. pass to Tai Felton for 35 yards (2nd & 10) (+3.88 EPA)
  7. Q4 · Michigan State Spartans · Aidan Chiles pass to Nick Marsh for 57 yards (1st & 10) (+3.74 EPA)
  8. Q1 · Michigan State Spartans · Aidan Chiles pass intercepted (-3.64 EPA)

Key takeaways

  • Michigan State Spartans controlled the final (27–24) in Week 2.
  • Passing edge: Billy Edwards Jr. (Maryland) — 255.0 yds, 2 TD.
  • EPA edge: Maryland at 0.105 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 Maryland Terrapins?

Michigan State Spartans 27, Maryland Terrapins 24 in Week 2 of the 2024 college football season.

Who won Michigan State Spartans vs Maryland Terrapins?

Michigan State Spartans won with a final score of 27–24.

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

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401628465.

Who led Michigan State Spartans vs Maryland Terrapins in passing?

Billy Edwards Jr. (Maryland) led passers with 255.0 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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

Season records after this game

Michigan State Spartans

Entered 1-0 Now 2-0 W

Maryland Terrapins

Entered 1-0 Now 1-1 L