Matchup Prediction
Illinois
has the edge in this matchup
Both Momentum Control (CSS) and Game Control metrics favor
Illinois entering this game.
Momentum Control
61.3%
Illinois wins
Lean
Game Control
75.9%
Illinois wins
Solid
Vegas Spread
Illinois -7.5
O/U 50.5
teamrankings
Advanced Stats
All 4 factors agree → Illinois
· 83.1% ATS historically when all four align
↓ See full breakdown
Illinois 2022 Schedule
Illinois's 2022 Schedule
| Date | Matchup | Spread | Total | Result | O/U | Cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 8/27 | Illinois vs Wyoming | -14.0W38–6 | 42.5 | W38–6 | O | Y |
| Fri 9/2 | Illinois at Indiana | +1.0L20–23 | 47.5 | L20–23 | U | N |
| Sat 9/10 | Illinois vs Virginia | -4.0W24–3 | 55.0 | W24–3 | U | Y |
| — Bye Week — | ||||||
| Thu 9/22 | Illinois vs Chattanooga | -20.0W31–0 | 44.5 | W31–0 | U | Y |
| Sat 10/1 | Illinois at Wisconsin | +6.5W34–10 | 43.0 | W34–10 | O | Y |
| Sat 10/8 | Illinois vs Iowa | -3.5W9–6 | 36.5 | W9–6 | U | N |
| Sat 10/15 | Illinois vs Minnesota | +4.5W26–14 | 40.0 | W26–14 | U | Y |
| — Bye Week — | ||||||
| Sat 10/29 | Illinois at Nebraska | -7.5W26–9 | 50.5 | W26–9 | U | Y |
| Sat 11/5 | Illinois vs Michigan State | -16.5L15–23 | 41.0 | L15–23 | U | N |
| Sat 11/12 | Illinois vs Purdue | -6.0L24–31 | 44.0 | L24–31 | O | N |
| Sat 11/19 | Illinois at Michigan | +17.0L17–19 | 41.5 | L17–19 | U | Y |
| Sat 11/26 | Illinois at Northwestern | -15.0W41–3 | 38.0 | W41–3 | O | Y |
| Mon 1/2 | Illinois vs Mississippi State | +3.5L10–19 | 46.5 | L10–19 | U | N |
Nebraska 2022 Schedule
Nebraska's 2022 Schedule
| Date | Matchup | Spread | Total | Result | O/U | Cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 8/27 | Nebraska vs Northwestern | -12.0L28–31 | 52.5 | L28–31 | O | N |
| Sat 9/3 | Nebraska vs North Dakota | -28.5W38–17 | 62.5 | W38–17 | U | N |
| Sat 9/10 | Nebraska vs Georgia Southern | -23.5L42–45 | 64.0 | L42–45 | O | N |
| Sat 9/17 | Nebraska vs Oklahoma | +10.5L14–49 | 65.5 | L14–49 | U | N |
| — Bye Week — | ||||||
| Sat 10/1 | Nebraska vs Indiana | -6.5W35–21 | 62.0 | W35–21 | U | Y |
| Fri 10/7 | Nebraska at Rutgers | -3.0W14–13 | 50.5 | W14–13 | U | N |
| Sat 10/15 | Nebraska at Purdue | +14.0L37–43 | 56.0 | L37–43 | O | Y |
| — Bye Week — | ||||||
| Sat 10/29 | Nebraska vs Illinois | +7.5L9–26 | 50.5 | L9–26 | U | N |
| Sat 11/5 | Nebraska vs Minnesota | +14.5L13–20 | 44.5 | L13–20 | U | Y |
| Sat 11/12 | Nebraska at Michigan | +30.5L3–34 | 49.5 | L3–34 | U | N |
| Sat 11/19 | Nebraska vs Wisconsin | +10.0L14–15 | 40.5 | L14–15 | U | Y |
| Fri 11/25 | Nebraska at Iowa | +10.5W24–17 | 38.0 | W24–17 | O | Y |
Advanced Stats
Advanced Analytics Matchup
Matchup-adjusted (offense vs opponent defense) ·
2022 season
Agreement Signals — When All Metrics Agree
Elite · 83.1% ATS
PPA + PPO + SR + Havoc
All 4 Agree
→ Illinois
Elite · 82.4% ATS
PPA + PPO + Havoc
3 Agree
→ Illinois
Elite · 73.9% ATS
PPA + Success Rate
Both Agree
→ Illinois
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 · 2022 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?
Illinois Edge
Illinois +0.50
CSS Edge (season-to-date)
Teams with this edge win 61.3% of games historically
Based on 6 games this season
Game Control (GC)
Win Probability Dominance
Who controls games start to finish?
Illinois Edge
Illinois +27.1
GC Edge (season-to-date)
Teams with this edge win 75.9% of games historically
Based on 7 games this season
Actual Result
CSS Battle
Tie
1 — 1 sequences
✗ Predicted incorrectly
GC Battle
Illinois
7.5 — 84.9 GC score
✓ Predicted correctly
Game Result
Illinois won by 17
✓ Model called it
Spread Context
ATS Historical Context
Based on 2021–2025 backtest · FBS vs FBS · Regular season
Both metrics agree on Illinois with a large edge. Historically, dominant teams like this are fully priced into the spread — the agreed-upon team covers just 50.2% of the time. The metrics predict game control better than they beat the number.
ATS data is informational only. Past cover rates do not guarantee future results.
Coaching Matchup
Illinois
Bret Bielema #1
5–7 (42%)
· Yr 2 at school
OC
Barry Lunney Jr.
Yr 1
#1
DC
Ryan Walters
Yr 2
#1
Nebraska
Scott Frost #1
15–29 (34%)
· Yr 5 at school
OC
Mark Whipple
Yr 1
#1
DC
Erik Chinander
Yr 2
#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 ✓