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Michigan at Michigan State
Oct 1, 2005 • Completed
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Michigan
Big Ten

Final Score
34 - 31

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Game Conditions
Humidity
47%
Precipitation
0.00 in
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Stat Dominance
Team comparison across key performance areas
Game Story
Michigan edges Michigan State 34-31
Michigan finished ahead of Michigan State 34-31 on Oct 1, 2005. The result came in week 5 of the 2005 season.
Michigan finished ahead of Michigan State 34-31 on Oct 1, 2005. The result came in week 5 of the 2005 season.
Michigan built the decisive edge with a 3-point margin, turning the box score into a one-possession finish.
The statistical profile was led by total yards: Michigan 488; Michigan State 455. Another key split was passing yards: Michigan 260; Michigan State 299.
Stat Callouts
Total yards
Michigan 488; Michigan State 455
Passing yards
Michigan 260; Michigan State 299
Rushing yards
Michigan 232; Michigan State 173
Turnovers
Michigan 3; Michigan State 4
First downs
Michigan 21; Michigan State 21
Possession time
Michigan 18:12; Michigan State 17:56
Third downs
Michigan 4-17; Michigan State 8-14
Completions-attempts
Michigan 26-36; Michigan State 20-31
Analysis
Game Breakdown
| Statistic | Michigan State | Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 455 | 488 |
| Passing Yards | 299 | 260 |
| Rushing Yards | 173 | 232 |
| First Downs | 21 | 21 |
| Third Down Efficiency | 8-14 | 4-17 |
| Fourth Down Efficiency | 0-0 | 3-3 |
| Total Penalties (Yards) | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Turnovers | 4 | 3 |
| Completions / Attempts | 20-31 | 26-36 |
| Rushing Attempts | 37 | 43 |
| Passing TDs | 1 | 3 |
| Rushing TDs | 2 | 1 |
| Kicking Points | 7 | 10 |
| Possession Time | 17:56 | 18:12 |