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5. The Spartan Running Game

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Michigan State running back Jeremy Langford rushed for 137 yards on 24 carries, and caught five passes for 21 yards. Langford also ran for a touchdown and averaged over five yards per rush.

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4. Michigan State Won the Turnover Battle

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Spartan CB Darqueze Dennard forced one of two Ohio State fumbles on the day, helping Michigan State win the turnover battle.

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3. The Efficiency of Connor Cook

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Aside from the interception, Spartan quarterback Connor Cook was outstanding. He went 24-of-40 for 304 yards and three touchdowns.

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2. Michigan State's Stingy Third Down Defense

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The Spartan defense allowed the Buckeyes to convert only one of their 10 third down conversion attempts, which led to a five minute time of possession advantage.

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1. Michigan State Made Braxton Miller One-Dimensional

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Michigan State's defense limited Ohio State quarterback Braxton Miller to a mere 8-of-23 for 101 yards passing and sacked Miller twice.

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