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Michigan State at Purdue
Nov 5, 2005 • Completed
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Michigan State
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Final Score
21 - 28

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73%
Precipitation
0.00 in
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Game Story
Purdue holds off Michigan State 28-21
Purdue finished ahead of Michigan State 28-21 on Nov 5, 2005. The result came in week 10 of the 2005 season.
Purdue finished ahead of Michigan State 28-21 on Nov 5, 2005. The result came in week 10 of the 2005 season.
Purdue built the decisive edge with a 7-point margin, turning the box score into a one-possession finish.
The statistical profile was led by total yards: Purdue 447; Michigan State 351. Another key split was passing yards: Purdue 238; Michigan State 273.
Stat Callouts
Total yards
Purdue 447; Michigan State 351
Passing yards
Purdue 238; Michigan State 273
Rushing yards
Purdue 221; Michigan State 103
Turnovers
Purdue 2; Michigan State 1
First downs
Purdue 23; Michigan State 20
Possession time
Purdue 17:02; Michigan State 19:38
Third downs
Purdue 11-17; Michigan State 4-13
Completions-attempts
Purdue 20-32; Michigan State 22-31
Analysis
Game Breakdown
| Statistic | Purdue | Michigan State |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 447 | 351 |
| Passing Yards | 238 | 273 |
| Rushing Yards | 221 | 103 |
| First Downs | 23 | 20 |
| Third Down Efficiency | 11-17 | 4-13 |
| Fourth Down Efficiency | 0-0 | 0-1 |
| Total Penalties (Yards) | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Turnovers | 2 | 1 |
| Completions / Attempts | 20-32 | 22-31 |
| Rushing Attempts | 44 | 33 |
| Passing TDs | 1 | 1 |
| Rushing TDs | 3 | 1 |
| Kicking Points | 4 | 3 |
| Possession Time | 17:02 | 19:38 |