Matchup Prediction
Toss-up — no clear edge
Neither metric shows a meaningful pre-game edge in this matchup.
Momentum Control
58.4%
—
Lean
Game Control
49.4%
Minnesota wins
Toss-up
Vegas Spread
Iowa -4
O/U 37.5
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Advanced Stats
All 4 factors agree → Minnesota
· 83.1% ATS historically when all four align
↓ See full breakdown
Minnesota 2021 Schedule
Minnesota's 2021 Schedule
| Date | Matchup | Spread | Total | Result | O/U | Cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu 9/2 | Minnesota vs Ohio State | +14.0L31–45 | 62.0 | L31–45 | O | Y |
| Sat 9/11 | Minnesota vs Miami (OH) | -18.5W31–26 | 55.0 | W31–26 | O | N |
| Sat 9/18 | Minnesota at Colorado | +2.5W30–0 | 49.0 | W30–0 | U | Y |
| Sat 9/25 | Minnesota vs Bowling Green | -30.5L10–14 | 52.5 | L10–14 | U | N |
| Sat 10/2 | Minnesota at Purdue | +2.0W20–13 | 46.0 | W20–13 | U | Y |
| — Bye Week — | ||||||
| Sat 10/16 | Minnesota vs Nebraska | +4.5W30–23 | 48.5 | W30–23 | O | Y |
| Sat 10/23 | Minnesota vs Maryland | -4.0W34–16 | 53.0 | W34–16 | U | Y |
| Sat 10/30 | Minnesota at Northwestern | -7.5W41–14 | 43.5 | W41–14 | O | Y |
| Sat 11/6 | Minnesota vs Illinois | -14.5L6–14 | 44.5 | L6–14 | U | N |
| Sat 11/13 | Minnesota at Iowa | +4.0L22–27 | 37.5 | L22–27 | O | N |
| Sat 11/20 | Minnesota at Indiana | -7.5W35–14 | 43.0 | W35–14 | O | Y |
| Sat 11/27 | Minnesota vs Wisconsin | +7.0W23–13 | 39.0 | W23–13 | U | Y |
| Tue 12/28 | Minnesota vs West Virginia | -5.0W18–6 | 44.5 | W18–6 | U | Y |
Iowa 2021 Schedule
Iowa's 2021 Schedule
| Date | Matchup | Spread | Total | Result | O/U | Cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 9/4 | Iowa vs Indiana | -3.5W34–6 | 45.5 | W34–6 | U | Y |
| Sat 9/11 | Iowa at Iowa State | +4.0W27–17 | 45.0 | W27–17 | U | Y |
| Sat 9/18 | Iowa vs Kent State | -22.0W30–7 | 55.5 | W30–7 | U | Y |
| Sat 9/25 | Iowa vs Colorado State | -24.0W24–14 | 43.5 | W24–14 | U | N |
| Fri 10/1 | Iowa at Maryland | -3.0W51–14 | 47.5 | W51–14 | O | Y |
| Sat 10/9 | Iowa vs Penn State | -2.5W23–20 | 41.0 | W23–20 | O | Y |
| Sat 10/16 | Iowa vs Purdue | -11.0L7–24 | 42.5 | L7–24 | U | N |
| — Bye Week — | ||||||
| Sat 10/30 | Iowa at Wisconsin | +3.0L7–27 | 35.5 | L7–27 | U | N |
| Sat 11/6 | Iowa at Northwestern | -11.5W17–12 | 40.5 | W17–12 | U | N |
| Sat 11/13 | Iowa vs Minnesota | -4.0W27–22 | 37.5 | W27–22 | O | Y |
| Sat 11/20 | Iowa vs Illinois | -12.0W33–23 | 37.5 | W33–23 | O | N |
| Fri 11/26 | Iowa at Nebraska | +1.5W28–21 | 41.0 | W28–21 | O | Y |
| Sat 12/4 | Iowa vs Michigan | +12.0L3–42 | 43.5 | L3–42 | O | N |
| Sat 1/1 | Iowa vs Kentucky | +3.0L17–20 | 43.5 | L17–20 | U | Y |
Advanced Stats
Advanced Analytics Matchup
Matchup-adjusted (offense vs opponent defense) ·
2021 season
Agreement Signals — When All Metrics Agree
Elite · 83.1% ATS
PPA + PPO + SR + Havoc
All 4 Agree
→ Minnesota
Elite · 82.4% ATS
PPA + PPO + Havoc
3 Agree
→ Minnesota
Elite · 73.9% ATS
PPA + Success Rate
Both Agree
→ Minnesota
Individual Factors — Ranked by Predictive Strength
PPA Overall
Points added per play · Elite predictor
PPA Passing
Pass efficiency edge · Strong predictor
Havoc Total
Def. disruption rate · Strong predictor
TFLs, sacks, PBUs, forced fumbles — higher is better
Points Per Opp
Drive-finishing edge · Strong predictor
Success Rate
Play consistency edge · Solid predictor
Field Position
Avg start (lower=better) · Solid predictor
Avg yards from own endzone to average start — lower is better · longer bar = better field position
Advanced stats sourced from CFBD · 2021 season ·
Edges are matchup-adjusted (offense vs opponent defense)
Power Ratings
Team Power Ratings
Overall · Offense · Defense ratings · Updated as season progresses
Power ratings updated throughout the season as results accumulate
Momentum Control (CSS)
Consecutive Scoring Sequences
Who builds scoring momentum?
Minnesota +0.00
CSS Edge (season-to-date)
Teams with this edge win 58.4% of games historically
Based on 9 games this season
Game Control (GC)
Win Probability Dominance
Who controls games start to finish?
Minnesota Edge
Minnesota +0.1
GC Edge (season-to-date)
Teams with this edge win 49.4% of games historically
Based on 9 games this season
Spread Context
ATS Historical Context
Based on 2021–2025 backtest · FBS vs FBS · Regular season
CSS and GC disagree on this matchup. When the metrics split, historical cover rates are essentially random — treat this as a coin flip against the spread.
ATS data is informational only. Past cover rates do not guarantee future results.
Coaching Matchup
Minnesota
P. J. Fleck #1
28–20 (58%)
· Yr 5 at school
OC
Mike Sanford Jr.
Yr 1
#1
DC
Joe Rossi
Yr 1
#1
Iowa
Kirk Ferentz #1
171–106 (62%)
· Yr 23 at school
OC
Brian Ferentz
Yr 1
#1
DC
Phil Parker
Yr 1
#1
About these metrics
Advanced Stats shows matchup-adjusted factor edges (offense vs opponent defense). Combination signals — when PPA, PPO, Success Rate, and Havoc all point the same direction — have historically predicted the SU winner in 95–97% of games and the ATS winner in 82–83% of games (2021–2025, FBS vs FBS, regular season).
Impact: Advanced Stats are the best performance based metric used to predict the outcome of games. ✓
Momentum Control (CSS) measures consecutive scoring sequences — when a team scores, holds the opponent scoreless, then scores again. Teams entering a game with a CSS edge of +1.0 or more have won 71–78% of games historically (2021–2025, FBS vs FBS).
Impact: Momentum Control is a great measure for predicting game outcome but NOT an ATS advantage, data shows this is already considered when lines are set. ✗
Game Control (GC) measures win probability dominance — how thoroughly a team controlled the game from start to finish. Teams with a GC edge of +12 or more have won 67–76% of games historically. When both metrics agree, combined confidence is higher. When they split, treat as a lean at best.
Impact: Game Control is another great measure for predicting game outcome but NOT an ATS advantage, data shows this is already considered when lines are set. ✗
Power Ratings are a custom-built composite of a Teams Talent, Experience & Production, Coaching & Performance Metrics. These are updated constantly with roster changes, performance once the games start for the 2026 season, injuries the team is dealing with and scheduling situations.
Impact: There are a wide range of power ratings available, we think ours is the best, you can decide for yourself ✓
Advanced Stats shows matchup-adjusted factor edges (offense vs opponent defense). Combination signals — when PPA, PPO, Success Rate, and Havoc all point the same direction — have historically predicted the SU winner in 95–97% of games and the ATS winner in 82–83% of games (2021–2025, FBS vs FBS, regular season).
Impact: Advanced Stats are the best performance based metric used to predict the outcome of games. ✓
Momentum Control (CSS) measures consecutive scoring sequences — when a team scores, holds the opponent scoreless, then scores again. Teams entering a game with a CSS edge of +1.0 or more have won 71–78% of games historically (2021–2025, FBS vs FBS).
Impact: Momentum Control is a great measure for predicting game outcome but NOT an ATS advantage, data shows this is already considered when lines are set. ✗
Game Control (GC) measures win probability dominance — how thoroughly a team controlled the game from start to finish. Teams with a GC edge of +12 or more have won 67–76% of games historically. When both metrics agree, combined confidence is higher. When they split, treat as a lean at best.
Impact: Game Control is another great measure for predicting game outcome but NOT an ATS advantage, data shows this is already considered when lines are set. ✗
Power Ratings are a custom-built composite of a Teams Talent, Experience & Production, Coaching & Performance Metrics. These are updated constantly with roster changes, performance once the games start for the 2026 season, injuries the team is dealing with and scheduling situations.
Impact: There are a wide range of power ratings available, we think ours is the best, you can decide for yourself ✓