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Purdue at Michigan State
Nov 20, 2010 • Completed
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Purdue
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Final Score
31 - 35

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64%
Precipitation
0.00 in
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Game Story
Michigan State holds off Purdue 35-31
Michigan State finished ahead of Purdue 35-31 on Nov 20, 2010. The result came in week 12 of the 2010 season.
Michigan State finished ahead of Purdue 35-31 on Nov 20, 2010. The result came in week 12 of the 2010 season.
Michigan State built the decisive edge with a 4-point margin, turning the box score into a one-possession finish.
The statistical profile was led by total yards: Michigan State 381; Purdue 378. Another key split was passing yards: Michigan State 294; Purdue 189.
Stat Callouts
Total yards
Michigan State 381; Purdue 378
Passing yards
Michigan State 294; Purdue 189
Rushing yards
Michigan State 95; Purdue 189
Turnovers
Michigan State 1; Purdue 2
First downs
Michigan State 22; Purdue 16
Possession time
Michigan State 18:27; Purdue 17:10
Third downs
Michigan State 4-11; Purdue 5-13
Completions-attempts
Michigan State 30-40; Purdue 16-27
Analysis
Game Breakdown
| Statistic | Michigan State | Purdue |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 381 | 378 |
| Passing Yards | 294 | 189 |
| Rushing Yards | 95 | 189 |
| First Downs | 22 | 16 |
| Third Down Efficiency | 4-11 | 5-13 |
| Fourth Down Efficiency | 1-1 | 1-2 |
| Total Penalties (Yards) | 6-50 | 9-53 |
| Turnovers | 1 | 2 |
| Completions / Attempts | 30-40 | 16-27 |
| Rushing Attempts | 25 | 34 |
| Passing TDs | 3 | 2 |
| Rushing TDs | 2 | 1 |
| Kicking Points | 3 | 7 |
| Possession Time | 18:27 | 17:10 |