Total Yards
Michigan State457
Western Michigan195
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Western Michigan at Michigan State
Sep 9, 2017 • Completed
Season 2017RegularWeek 2
Away
Western Michigan
Mid-American
Final Score
14 - 28
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Michigan State
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Passing Yards
Michigan State161
Western Michigan79
Rushing Yards
Michigan State296
Western Michigan116
Turnovers
Michigan State2
Western Michigan1
Game Conditions
Temperature65°F
Wind0 mph E
Humidity
43%
Precipitation
0.00 in
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Michigan State32:50
Western Michigan27:10
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Game Story
Michigan State beats Western Michigan 28-14
Michigan State defeated Western Michigan 28-14 in Week 2 of the 2017 regular slate, finishing with a 457-195 edge in total yards, and scoring 1 passing touchdowns and 3 rushing touchdowns.
Michigan State set the terms early in a game that finished 28-14. Brian Lewerke run for 61 yds for a TD, (Matt Coghlin KICK) came with {'seconds': 43, 'minutes': 4} left in the first quarter, giving Michigan State the first major swing.
Michigan State's box score carried the story: 457 total yards, 296 rushing yards, and 161 passing yards. Western Michigan finished with 195 total yards, including 116 on the ground and 79 through the air.
Michigan State converted 7-15 on third down, went 1-1 on fourth down, the turnover count was 2-1, Michigan State led 14-0 at halftime. The explosive highlight was Brett Scanlon kickoff for 65 yds , Darius Phillips return for 100 yds for a TD, (Josh Grant KICK).
Key Moments
Rushing Touchdown
Brian Lewerke run for 61 yds for a TD, (Matt Coghlin KICK) (Michigan State led 7-0 over Western Michigan).
Passing Touchdown
Brian Lewerke pass complete to LJ Scott for 15 yds for a TD, (Matt Coghlin KICK) (Michigan State led 14-0 over Western Michigan).
Rushing Touchdown
Brian Lewerke run for 1 yd for a TD, (Matt Coghlin KICK) (Michigan State led 21-7 over Western Michigan).
Fumble Recovery (Opponent)
Hunter Rison run for a loss of 2 yards Hunter Rison fumbled, forced by Darius Phillips, recovered by WMich Darius Phillips , return for 67 yds, (Josh Grant KICK) (Michigan State led 14-7 over Western Michigan).
Rushing Touchdown
LJ Scott run for 2 yds for a TD, (Matt Coghlin KICK) (Michigan State led 28-7 over Western Michigan).
Kickoff Return Touchdown
Brett Scanlon kickoff for 65 yds , Darius Phillips return for 100 yds for a TD, (Josh Grant KICK) (Michigan State led 28-14 over Western Michigan).
Stat Callouts
Final score
28-14
Michigan State defeated Western Michigan.
Total yards
457-195
Michigan State held the yardage advantage.
Rushing yards
296
Michigan State averaged 6 yards per rush attempt.
Passing yards
161
Michigan State averaged 7.7 yards per pass attempt.
Third downs
7-15
Michigan State's conversion rate helped sustain possessions.
Opponent third downs
1-15
Western Michigan's offense worked through that conversion rate.
Turnovers
2-1
Turnover totals are listed winner first.
Analysis
Game Breakdown
| Statistic | Michigan State | Western Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 457 | 195 |
| Passing Yards | 161 | 79 |
| Rushing Yards | 296 | 116 |
| First Downs | 21 | 11 |
| Third Down Efficiency | 7-15 | 1-15 |
| Fourth Down Efficiency | 1-1 | 3-5 |
| Total Penalties (Yards) | 3-30 | 3-20 |
| Turnovers | 2 | 1 |
| Completions / Attempts | 13-21 | 12-27 |
| Rushing Attempts | 49 | 36 |
| Passing TDs | 1 | 0 |
| Rushing TDs | 3 | 0 |
| Kicking Points | 4 | 2 |
| Possession Time | 32:50 | 27:10 |