Matchup Prediction
Metrics disagree on this matchup
Momentum Control favors Purdue,
while Game Control favors Nebraska.
Split signals historically show weaker predictive confidence — treat as a toss-up.
⚡ Split Signal — Metrics Disagree
Momentum Control
61.3%
Purdue wins
Lean
Game Control
50.6%
Nebraska wins
Toss-up
Vegas Spread
Nebraska -7.5
O/U 54.0
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Advanced Stats
Advanced factors are split · No strong agreement signal
↓ See full breakdown
Purdue 2021 Schedule
Purdue's 2021 Schedule
| Date | Matchup | Spread | Total | Result | O/U | Cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 9/4 | Purdue vs Oregon State | -7.0W30–21 | 67.0 | W30–21 | U | Y |
| Sat 9/11 | Purdue at UConn | -35.0W49–0 | 56.5 | W49–0 | U | Y |
| Sat 9/18 | Purdue at Notre Dame | +7.5L13–27 | 58.0 | L13–27 | U | N |
| Sat 9/25 | Purdue vs Illinois | -10.5W13–9 | 53.5 | W13–9 | U | N |
| Sat 10/2 | Purdue vs Minnesota | -2.0L13–20 | 46.0 | L13–20 | U | N |
| — Bye Week — | ||||||
| Sat 10/16 | Purdue at Iowa | +11.0W24–7 | 42.5 | W24–7 | U | Y |
| Sat 10/23 | Purdue vs Wisconsin | +3.5L13–30 | 41.0 | L13–30 | O | N |
| Sat 10/30 | Purdue at Nebraska | +7.5W28–23 | 54.0 | W28–23 | U | Y |
| Sat 11/6 | Purdue vs Michigan State | +2.5W40–29 | 53.0 | W40–29 | O | Y |
| Sat 11/13 | Purdue at Ohio State | +19.0L31–59 | 65.5 | L31–59 | O | N |
| Sat 11/20 | Purdue vs Northwestern | -11.0W32–14 | 47.5 | W32–14 | U | Y |
| Sat 11/27 | Purdue vs Indiana | -18.0W44–7 | 50.5 | W44–7 | O | Y |
| Thu 12/30 | Purdue vs Tennessee | +8.0W48–45 | 67.0 | W48–45 | O | Y |
Nebraska 2021 Schedule
Nebraska's 2021 Schedule
| Date | Matchup | Spread | Total | Result | O/U | Cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 8/28 | Nebraska at Illinois | -6.5L22–30 | 52.0 | L22–30 | U | N |
| Sat 9/4 | Nebraska vs Fordham | -42.0W52–7 | 55.0 | W52–7 | O | Y |
| Sat 9/11 | Nebraska vs Buffalo | -13.5W28–3 | 54.0 | W28–3 | U | Y |
| Sat 9/18 | Nebraska at Oklahoma | +22.5L16–23 | 62.5 | L16–23 | U | Y |
| Sat 9/25 | Nebraska at Michigan State | +3.5L20–23 | 55.0 | L20–23 | U | Y |
| Sat 10/2 | Nebraska vs Northwestern | -11.0W56–7 | 51.5 | W56–7 | O | Y |
| Sat 10/9 | Nebraska vs Michigan | +2.5L29–32 | 50.5 | L29–32 | O | N |
| Sat 10/16 | Nebraska at Minnesota | -4.5L23–30 | 48.5 | L23–30 | O | N |
| — Bye Week — | ||||||
| Sat 10/30 | Nebraska vs Purdue | -7.5L23–28 | 54.0 | L23–28 | U | N |
| Sat 11/6 | Nebraska vs Ohio State | +14.0L17–26 | 68.5 | L17–26 | U | Y |
| Sat 11/13 | Nebraska vs SE Louisiana | -28 | — | — | — | — |
| Sat 11/20 | Nebraska at Wisconsin | +10.0L28–35 | 43.5 | L28–35 | O | Y |
| Fri 11/26 | Nebraska vs Iowa | -1.5L21–28 | 41.0 | L21–28 | O | N |
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
Split
Metrics disagree
Elite · 82.4% ATS
PPA + PPO + Havoc
Split
Metrics disagree
Elite · 73.9% ATS
PPA + Success Rate
Split
Metrics disagree
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?
Purdue Edge
Purdue +0.43
CSS Edge (season-to-date)
Teams with this edge win 61.3% of games historically
Based on 7 games this season
Game Control (GC)
Win Probability Dominance
Who controls games start to finish?
Nebraska Edge
Nebraska +0.2
GC Edge (season-to-date)
Teams with this edge win 50.6% of games historically
Based on 8 games this season
Actual Result
CSS Battle
Tie
1 — 1 sequences
✗ Predicted incorrectly
GC Battle
Nebraska
50.2 — 34.2 GC score
✓ Predicted correctly
Game Result
Purdue won by 5
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
Purdue
Jeff Brohm #1
21–26 (45%)
· Yr 5 at school
OC
Brian Brohm
Yr 1
#1
DC
Brad Lambert
Yr 1
#1
Nebraska
Scott Frost #1
14–22 (39%)
· Yr 4 at school
OC
Matt Lubick
Yr 1
#1
DC
Erik Chinander
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: CSS is not a predictive 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: GS is not a predictive 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: CSS is not a predictive 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: GS is not a predictive 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 ✓