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Minnesota at Michigan State
Nov 5, 2011 • Completed
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Minnesota
Big Ten

Final Score
24 - 31

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Game Conditions
Humidity
60%
Precipitation
0.00 in
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Game Story
Michigan State holds off Minnesota 31-24
Michigan State finished ahead of Minnesota 31-24 on Nov 5, 2011. The result came in week 10 of the 2011 season.
Michigan State finished ahead of Minnesota 31-24 on Nov 5, 2011. The result came in week 10 of the 2011 season.
Michigan State built the decisive edge with a 7-point margin, turning the box score into a one-possession finish.
The statistical profile was led by total yards: Michigan State 402; Minnesota 415. Another key split was passing yards: Michigan State 309; Minnesota 303.
Stat Callouts
Total yards
Michigan State 402; Minnesota 415
Passing yards
Michigan State 309; Minnesota 303
Rushing yards
Michigan State 106; Minnesota 120
Turnovers
Michigan State 1; Minnesota 2
First downs
Michigan State 19; Minnesota 22
Possession time
Michigan State 15:10; Minnesota 20:44
Third downs
Michigan State 4-13; Minnesota 6-14
Completions-attempts
Michigan State 23-34; Minnesota 19-34
Analysis
Game Breakdown
| Statistic | Michigan State | Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 402 | 415 |
| Passing Yards | 309 | 303 |
| Rushing Yards | 106 | 120 |
| First Downs | 19 | 22 |
| Third Down Efficiency | 4-13 | 6-14 |
| Fourth Down Efficiency | 1-2 | 0-1 |
| Total Penalties (Yards) | 5-40 | 8-73 |
| Turnovers | 1 | 2 |
| Completions / Attempts | 23-34 | 19-34 |
| Rushing Attempts | 28 | 40 |
| Passing TDs | 2 | 3 |
| Rushing TDs | 2 | 0 |
| Kicking Points | 7 | 6 |
| Possession Time | 15:10 | 20:44 |