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Michigan State at Minnesota
Nov 1, 2009 • Completed
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Michigan State
Big Ten

Final Score
34 - 42

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Game Conditions
Humidity
57%
Precipitation
0.00 in
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Game Story
Minnesota beats Michigan State 42-34
Minnesota finished ahead of Michigan State 42-34 on Nov 1, 2009. The result came in week 9 of the 2009 season.
Minnesota finished ahead of Michigan State 42-34 on Nov 1, 2009. The result came in week 9 of the 2009 season.
Minnesota built the decisive edge with a 8-point margin, turning the box score into a controlled win.
The statistical profile was led by total yards: Minnesota 505; Michigan State 360. Another key split was passing yards: Minnesota 423; Michigan State 236.
Stat Callouts
Total yards
Minnesota 505; Michigan State 360
Passing yards
Minnesota 423; Michigan State 236
Rushing yards
Minnesota 89; Michigan State 124
Turnovers
Minnesota 2; Michigan State 3
First downs
Minnesota 17; Michigan State 17
Possession time
Minnesota 22:08; Michigan State 14:25
Third downs
Minnesota 10-18; Michigan State 5-12
Completions-attempts
Minnesota 19-33; Michigan State 21-36
Analysis
Game Breakdown
| Statistic | Minnesota | Michigan State |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 505 | 360 |
| Passing Yards | 423 | 236 |
| Rushing Yards | 89 | 124 |
| First Downs | 17 | 17 |
| Third Down Efficiency | 10-18 | 5-12 |
| Fourth Down Efficiency | 0-0 | 0-1 |
| Total Penalties (Yards) | 17-157 | 9-73 |
| Turnovers | 2 | 3 |
| Completions / Attempts | 19-33 | 21-36 |
| Rushing Attempts | 39 | 20 |
| Passing TDs | 5 | 2 |
| Rushing TDs | 1 | 1 |
| Kicking Points | 6 | 10 |
| Possession Time | 22:08 | 14:25 |