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Notre Dame at Michigan State
Sep 19, 2010 • Completed
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Notre Dame
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Final Score
31 - 34

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90%
Precipitation
0.00 in
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Game Story
Michigan State edges Notre Dame 34-31
Michigan State finished ahead of Notre Dame 34-31 on Sep 19, 2010. The result came in week 3 of the 2010 season.
Michigan State finished ahead of Notre Dame 34-31 on Sep 19, 2010. The result came in week 3 of the 2010 season.
Michigan State 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 State 477; Notre Dame 461. Another key split was passing yards: Michigan State 296; Notre Dame 375.
Stat Callouts
Total yards
Michigan State 477; Notre Dame 461
Passing yards
Michigan State 296; Notre Dame 375
Rushing yards
Michigan State 203; Notre Dame 92
Turnovers
Michigan State 1; Notre Dame 3
First downs
Michigan State 26; Notre Dame 27
Possession time
Michigan State 20:41; Notre Dame 15:15
Third downs
Michigan State 6-17; Notre Dame 5-12
Completions-attempts
Michigan State 24-34; Notre Dame 32-55
Analysis
Game Breakdown
| Statistic | Michigan State | Notre Dame |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 477 | 461 |
| Passing Yards | 296 | 375 |
| Rushing Yards | 203 | 92 |
| First Downs | 26 | 27 |
| Third Down Efficiency | 6-17 | 5-12 |
| Fourth Down Efficiency | 2-2 | 0-1 |
| Total Penalties (Yards) | 11-79 | 7-72 |
| Turnovers | 1 | 3 |
| Completions / Attempts | 24-34 | 32-55 |
| Rushing Attempts | 43 | 26 |
| Passing TDs | 3 | 4 |
| Rushing TDs | 2 | 0 |
| Kicking Points | 4 | 7 |
| Possession Time | 20:41 | 15:15 |