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Terrapins Fall 19-16 Against Michigan State - Game Recap

Brian Lewerke threw for 342 yards to lead the Spartans over Maryland 19-16 on Saturday in Week 14 action at Spartan Stadium.

The Spartans earned a straight-up victory but suffered an ATS defeat in failing to cover the -22.0-point spread. Over-Under bettors who played UNDER the total of 47.5 were rewarded with a winning wager.

Brian Lewerke completed 30 of 41 pass attempts for 342 yards for the Spartans in the win.

Anthony McFarland Jr. rushed for 134 yards for Maryland, while Javon Leake added 20 yards. Josh Jackson threw for 141 yards for the Terrapins, while receivers Dontay Demus Jr. and Brian Cobbs had 96 and 49 yards respectively.

Maryland was outgained by Michigan State 430-316 yards in Saturday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 23-15 by the Spartans.

The time of possession battle favored Michigan State as their offense was on the field for 37:53, longer than the 22:07 of their opponents.