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Michigan State at Texas Tech
Jan 3, 2010 • Completed • Neutral Site
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Michigan State
Big Ten

Final Score
31 - 41

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Game Conditions
Humidity
54%
Precipitation
0.00 in
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Game Story
Texas Tech beats Michigan State 41-31
Texas Tech finished ahead of Michigan State 41-31 on Jan 3, 2010 at neutral site. The result came in week 1 of the 2009 season.
Texas Tech finished ahead of Michigan State 41-31 on Jan 3, 2010 at neutral site. The result came in week 1 of the 2009 season.
Texas Tech built the decisive edge with a 10-point margin, turning the box score into a controlled win.
The statistical profile was led by total yards: Texas Tech 579; Michigan State 396. Another key split was passing yards: Texas Tech 468; Michigan State 258.
Stat Callouts
Total yards
Texas Tech 579; Michigan State 396
Passing yards
Texas Tech 468; Michigan State 258
Rushing yards
Texas Tech 119; Michigan State 148
Turnovers
Texas Tech 2; Michigan State 2
First downs
Texas Tech 31; Michigan State 13
Possession time
Texas Tech 19:33; Michigan State 17:07
Third downs
Texas Tech 8-17; Michigan State 6-16
Completions-attempts
Texas Tech 38-54; Michigan State 16-30
Analysis
Game Breakdown
| Statistic | Texas Tech | Michigan State |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 579 | 396 |
| Passing Yards | 468 | 258 |
| Rushing Yards | 119 | 148 |
| First Downs | 31 | 13 |
| Third Down Efficiency | 8-17 | 6-16 |
| Fourth Down Efficiency | 2-3 | 1-2 |
| Total Penalties (Yards) | 9-60 | 5-55 |
| Turnovers | 2 | 2 |
| Completions / Attempts | 38-54 | 16-30 |
| Rushing Attempts | 31 | 32 |
| Passing TDs | 3 | 2 |
| Rushing TDs | 2 | 2 |
| Kicking Points | 11 | 7 |
| Possession Time | 19:33 | 17:07 |