Michigan State Spartans vs. Iowa Hawkeyes: 2025 Week 13 Recap

Quick answer

Iowa Hawkeyes defeated Michigan State Spartans 20–17 in Week 13, 2025. Final score: Michigan State Spartans 17, Iowa Hawkeyes 20.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Michigan State Spartans	6	3	12	0	17
Iowa Hawkeyes	0	0	0	12	20

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• #11 M.Gronowski (Iowa) — 59.0 yds · +1.13 EPA/play +4.54 EPA
• :14) Shotgun #11 A.Milivojevic (Michigan State) — 28.0 yds · +2.05 EPA/play +4.11 EPA
• #11 A.Milivojevic (Michigan State) — 48.0 yds · +0.60 EPA/play +3.02 EPA

Receiving

• #12 J.Velling caught at 42 (Michigan State) — 3 rec · 44.0 yds +0.59 EPA
• #12 J.Velling caught at 48 (Michigan State) — 2 rec · 24.0 yds +1.26 EPA
• #13 C.McCray caught at 02 (Michigan State) — 1 rec · 45.0 yds +4.92 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
#11 M.Gronowski	Iowa	4	100.0%	59	0	+1.13	+4.54
:14) Shotgun #11 A.Milivojevic	Michigan State	2	100.0%	28	0	+2.05	+4.11
#11 A.Milivojevic	Michigan State	5	60.0%	48	0	+0.60	+3.02
:52) Shotgun #11 A.Milivojevic	Michigan State	1	100.0%	14	0	+2.00	+1.99
:45) Shotgun #11 A.Milivojevic	Michigan State	1	100.0%	11	0	+1.44	+1.43
00:26) Shotgun #11 M.Gronowski	Iowa	1	100.0%	29	0	+1.05	+1.05

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Michigan State	Iowa
Plays	68	60
EPA / play	-0.059	-0.220
Total EPA	-4.03	-13.21
Success rate	39.7%	41.7%
Pass EPA / play	-0.089	-0.490
Rush EPA / play	-0.008	-0.027
Yards	341	293

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Iowa	5	18	-3.50	Punt
Q1	Michigan State	5	22	-1.20	Punt
Q1	Iowa	5	21	+0.14	Punt
Q1	Michigan State	5	-4	-6.51	Touchdown
Q1	Michigan State	7	49	+3.61	Ended
Q1	Iowa	1	0	-7.27	Interception
Q2	Michigan State	2	-1	-2.29	Punt
Q2	Iowa	7	27	-0.62	Punt
Q2	Michigan State	13	78	+2.94	Field goal
Q2	Iowa	7	27	-0.12	Punt
Q2	Michigan State	7	39	-1.92	Interception
Q2	Iowa	1	8	+0.39	Missed FG
Q3	Michigan State	3	9	-1.41	Punt
Q3	Iowa	5	13	-0.78	Fumble
Q3	Michigan State	2	48	+4.29	Pass TD
Q3	Iowa	3	8	-1.88	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q1 · Iowa Hawkeyes · Shotgun #11 M.Gronowski pass intercepted (-7.27 EPA)
2. Q1 · Michigan State Spartans · Punt return touchdown (-5.21 EPA)
3. Q3 · Michigan State Spartans · #13 C.McCray caught at 02 catch for a touchdown (45 yards) (+4.92 EPA)
4. Q4 · Iowa Hawkeyes · #5 J.Gill caught at 00 catch for a touchdown (13 yards) (+4.31 EPA)
5. Q1 · Michigan State Spartans · Shotgun #11 A.Milivojevic sacked for a loss of 11 yards (2nd & 1) (-3.82 EPA)
6. Q3 · Iowa Hawkeyes · Fumble (-3.27 EPA)
7. Q2 · Iowa Hawkeyes · Field goal missed (-2.99 EPA)
8. Q3 · Michigan State Spartans · #13 C.McCray caught at 00 catch for a touchdown (5 yards) (+2.56 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Iowa Hawkeyes controlled the final (20–17) in Week 13.
• Passing edge: #11 M.Gronowski (Iowa) — 59.0 yds.
• EPA edge: Michigan State at -0.059 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 Iowa Hawkeyes?

Michigan State Spartans 17, Iowa Hawkeyes 20 in Week 13 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won Michigan State Spartans vs Iowa Hawkeyes?

Iowa Hawkeyes won with a final score of 17–20.

Where can I find the Michigan State Spartans vs Iowa Hawkeyes box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401752913.

Who led Michigan State Spartans vs Iowa Hawkeyes in passing?

#11 M.Gronowski (Iowa) led passers with 59.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

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