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Florida Atlantic at Michigan State
Sep 13, 2008 • Completed
Away
Florida Atlantic
American Athletic

Final Score
0 - 17

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Game Conditions
Humidity
93%
Precipitation
0.29 in
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Game Story
Michigan State pulls away from Florida Atlantic 17-0
Michigan State finished ahead of Florida Atlantic 17-0 on Sep 13, 2008. The result came in week 3 of the 2008 season.
Michigan State finished ahead of Florida Atlantic 17-0 on Sep 13, 2008. The result came in week 3 of the 2008 season.
Michigan State built the decisive edge with a 17-point margin, turning the box score into a controlled win.
The statistical profile was led by total yards: Michigan State 347; Florida Atlantic 225. Another key split was passing yards: Michigan State 88; Florida Atlantic 143.
Stat Callouts
Total yards
Michigan State 347; Florida Atlantic 225
Passing yards
Michigan State 88; Florida Atlantic 143
Rushing yards
Michigan State 259; Florida Atlantic 82
Turnovers
Michigan State 2; Florida Atlantic 2
First downs
Michigan State 18; Florida Atlantic 9
Possession time
Michigan State 22:42; Florida Atlantic 13:37
Third downs
Michigan State 3-16; Florida Atlantic 2-15
Completions-attempts
Michigan State 5-15; Florida Atlantic 8-34
Analysis
Game Breakdown
| Statistic | Michigan State | Florida Atlantic |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 347 | 225 |
| Passing Yards | 88 | 143 |
| Rushing Yards | 259 | 82 |
| First Downs | 18 | 9 |
| Third Down Efficiency | 3-16 | 2-15 |
| Fourth Down Efficiency | 0-0 | 0-3 |
| Total Penalties (Yards) | 5-50 | 7-53 |
| Turnovers | 2 | 2 |
| Completions / Attempts | 5-15 | 8-34 |
| Rushing Attempts | 58 | 27 |
| Passing TDs | 0 | 0 |
| Rushing TDs | 2 | 0 |
| Kicking Points | 5 | 0 |
| Possession Time | 22:42 | 13:37 |