Matchup Prediction
Wisconsin
has the edge in this matchup
Both Momentum Control (CSS) and Game Control metrics favor
Wisconsin entering this game.
Momentum Control
61.3%
Wisconsin wins
Lean
Game Control
49.4%
Wisconsin wins
Toss-up
Vegas Spread
Wisconsin -1.5
O/U 42.0
DraftKings
Advanced Stats
All 4 factors agree → Wisconsin
· 83.1% ATS historically when all four align
↓ See full breakdown
Wisconsin 2023 Schedule
Wisconsin's 2023 Schedule
| Date | Matchup | Spread | Total | Result | O/U | Cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 9/2 | Wisconsin vs Buffalo | -29.0W38–17 | 52.5 | W38–17 | O | N |
| Sat 9/9 | Wisconsin at Washington State | -5.0L22–31 | 58.0 | L22–31 | U | N |
| Sat 9/16 | Wisconsin vs Georgia Southern | -20.5W35–14 | 65.5 | W35–14 | U | Y |
| Fri 9/22 | Wisconsin at Purdue | -5.5W38–17 | 54.0 | W38–17 | O | Y |
| — Bye Week — | ||||||
| Sat 10/7 | Wisconsin vs Rutgers | -12.5W24–13 | 44.0 | W24–13 | U | N |
| Sat 10/14 | Wisconsin vs Iowa | -8.0L6–15 | 33.5 | L6–15 | U | N |
| Sat 10/21 | Wisconsin at Illinois | -3.0W25–21 | 40.5 | W25–21 | O | Y |
| Sat 10/28 | Wisconsin vs Ohio State | +14.5L10–24 | 48.0 | L10–24 | U | Y |
| Sat 11/4 | Wisconsin at Indiana | -9.5L14–20 | 45.0 | L14–20 | U | N |
| Sat 11/11 | Wisconsin vs Northwestern | -9.5L10–24 | 43.5 | L10–24 | U | N |
| Sat 11/18 | Wisconsin vs Nebraska | -7.5W24–17 | 36.5 | W24–17 | O | N |
| Sat 11/25 | Wisconsin at Minnesota | -1.5W28–14 | 42.0 | W28–14 | U | Y |
| Mon 1/1 | Wisconsin vs LSU | +9.5L31–35 | 59.5 | L31–35 | O | Y |
Minnesota 2023 Schedule
Minnesota's 2023 Schedule
| Date | Matchup | Spread | Total | Result | O/U | Cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu 8/31 | Minnesota vs Nebraska | -7.5W13–10 | 43.0 | W13–10 | U | N |
| Sat 9/9 | Minnesota vs Eastern Michigan | -19.5W25–6 | 48.0 | W25–6 | U | N |
| Sat 9/16 | Minnesota at North Carolina | +7.0L13–31 | 51.0 | L13–31 | U | N |
| Sat 9/23 | Minnesota at Northwestern | -11.5L34–37 | 39.5 | L34–37 | O | N |
| Sat 9/30 | Minnesota vs Louisiana | -9.5W35–24 | 49.0 | W35–24 | O | Y |
| Sat 10/7 | Minnesota vs Michigan | +18.5L10–52 | 46.0 | L10–52 | O | N |
| — Bye Week — | ||||||
| Sat 10/21 | Minnesota at Iowa | +3.0W12–10 | 30.5 | W12–10 | U | Y |
| Sat 10/28 | Minnesota vs Michigan State | -6.5W27–12 | 41.5 | W27–12 | U | Y |
| Sat 11/4 | Minnesota vs Illinois | -1.5L26–27 | 43.0 | L26–27 | O | N |
| Sat 11/11 | Minnesota at Purdue | -1.5L30–49 | 48.5 | L30–49 | O | N |
| Sat 11/18 | Minnesota at Ohio State | +27.5L3–37 | 51.5 | L3–37 | U | N |
| Sat 11/25 | Minnesota vs Wisconsin | +1.5L14–28 | 42.0 | L14–28 | U | N |
| Tue 12/26 | Minnesota vs Bowling Green | -2.5W30–24 | 45.0 | W30–24 | O | Y |
Advanced Stats
Advanced Analytics Matchup
Matchup-adjusted (offense vs opponent defense) ·
2023 season
Agreement Signals — When All Metrics Agree
Elite · 83.1% ATS
PPA + PPO + SR + Havoc
All 4 Agree
→ Wisconsin
Elite · 82.4% ATS
PPA + PPO + Havoc
3 Agree
→ Wisconsin
Elite · 73.9% ATS
PPA + Success Rate
Both Agree
→ Wisconsin
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 · 2023 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?
Wisconsin Edge
Wisconsin +0.36
CSS Edge (season-to-date)
Teams with this edge win 61.3% of games historically
Based on 11 games this season
Game Control (GC)
Win Probability Dominance
Who controls games start to finish?
Wisconsin Edge
Wisconsin +2.5
GC Edge (season-to-date)
Teams with this edge win 49.4% of games historically
Based on 11 games this season
Spread Context
ATS Historical Context
Based on 2021–2025 backtest · FBS vs FBS · Regular season
Both metrics agree on Wisconsin, but the GC edge is small. When metrics agree but GC is near-neutral, the agreed-upon team has covered only 46.7% of the time historically (n=224) — potentially a fade signal.
ATS data is informational only. Past cover rates do not guarantee future results.
Coaching Matchup
Wisconsin
Luke Fickell #1
2–1 (67%)
· Yr 1 at school
OC
Phil Longo
Yr 1
#1
DC
Colin Hitschler
Yr 1
#1
Minnesota
P. J. Fleck #1
46–28 (62%)
· Yr 7 at school
OC
Greg Harbaugh Jr.
Yr 1
#1
DC
Nick Monroe
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 ✓