Matchup Prediction
Metrics disagree on this matchup
Momentum Control favors USC,
while Game Control favors TCU.
Split signals historically show weaker predictive confidence — treat as a toss-up.
⚡ Split Signal — Metrics Disagree
Momentum Control
61.3%
USC wins
Lean
Game Control
50.6%
TCU wins
Toss-up
Vegas Spread
USC -4.5
O/U 56.5
Draft Kings
Advanced Stats
3 factors agree (PPA + PPO + Havoc) → USC
· 82.4% ATS historically
↓ See full breakdown
USC 2025 Schedule
USC's 2025 Schedule
| Date | Matchup | Spread | Total | Result | O/U | Cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 8/30 | USC vs Missouri State | -34.5W73–13 | 59.5 | W73–13 | O | Y |
| Sat 9/6 | USC vs Georgia Southern | -29.0W59–20 | 61.5 | W59–20 | O | Y |
| Sat 9/13 | USC at Purdue | -20.5W33–17 | 59.5 | W33–17 | U | N |
| Sat 9/20 | USC vs Michigan State | -18.5W45–31 | 55.5 | W45–31 | O | N |
| Sat 9/27 | USC at Illinois | -6.5L32–34 | 62.5 | L32–34 | O | N |
| — Bye Week — | ||||||
| Sat 10/11 | USC vs Michigan | -3.0W31–13 | 58.5 | W31–13 | U | Y |
| Sat 10/18 | USC at Notre Dame | +10.5L24–34 | 60.5 | L24–34 | U | Y |
| — Bye Week — | ||||||
| Sat 11/1 | USC at Nebraska | -4.5W21–17 | 59.5 | W21–17 | U | N |
| Fri 11/7 | USC vs Northwestern | -14.5W38–17 | 54.5 | W38–17 | O | Y |
| Sat 11/15 | USC vs Iowa | -6.5W26–21 | 48.5 | W26–21 | U | N |
| Sat 11/22 | USC at Oregon | +10.5L27–42 | 59.5 | L27–42 | O | N |
| Sat 11/29 | USC vs UCLA | -21.0W29–10 | 59.0 | W29–10 | U | N |
| Tue 12/30 | USC vs TCU | -4.5L27–30 | 56.5 | L27–30 | O | N |
TCU 2025 Schedule
TCU's 2025 Schedule
| Date | Matchup | Spread | Total | Result | O/U | Cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 9/1 | TCU at North Carolina | -3.0W48–14 | 59.5 | W48–14 | O | Y |
| — Bye Week — | ||||||
| Sat 9/13 | TCU vs Abilene Christian | -42.5W42–21 | 60.5 | W42–21 | O | N |
| Sat 9/20 | TCU vs SMU | -6.5W35–24 | 63.5 | W35–24 | U | Y |
| Fri 9/26 | TCU at Arizona State | +2.5L24–27 | 54.5 | L24–27 | U | N |
| Sat 10/4 | TCU vs Colorado | -13.5W35–21 | 57.5 | W35–21 | U | Y |
| Sat 10/11 | TCU at Kansas State | -3.0L28–41 | 54.5 | L28–41 | O | N |
| Sat 10/18 | TCU vs Baylor | -3.5W42–36 | 66.5 | W42–36 | O | Y |
| Sat 10/25 | TCU at West Virginia | -16.5W23–17 | 55.5 | W23–17 | U | N |
| — Bye Week — | ||||||
| Sat 11/8 | TCU vs Iowa State | -7.5L17–20 | 58.5 | L17–20 | U | N |
| Sat 11/15 | TCU at BYU | +3.0L13–44 | 51.5 | L13–44 | O | N |
| Sat 11/22 | TCU at Houston | -1.5W17–14 | 55.5 | W17–14 | U | Y |
| Sat 11/29 | TCU vs Cincinnati | -3.0W45–23 | 58.5 | W45–23 | O | Y |
| Tue 12/30 | TCU vs USC | +4.5W30–27 | 56.5 | W30–27 | O | Y |
Advanced Stats
Advanced Analytics Matchup
Matchup-adjusted (offense vs opponent defense) ·
2025 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
3 Agree
→ USC
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 · 2025 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?
USC Edge
USC +0.99
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?
TCU Edge
TCU +4.1
GC Edge (season-to-date)
Teams with this edge win 50.6% of games historically
Based on 12 games this season
Actual Result
CSS Battle
Tie
1 — 1 sequences
✗ Predicted incorrectly
GC Battle
USC
18.8 — 59.9 GC score
✗ Predicted incorrectly
Game Result
TCU won by 3
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
USC
Lincoln Riley #1
25–14 (64%)
· Yr 4 at school
OC
Luke Huard
Yr 1
#1
DC
D'Anton Lynn
Yr 2
#1
TCU
Sonny Dykes #1
26–13 (67%)
· Yr 4 at school
OC
Kendal Briles
Yr 3
#1
DC
Andy Avalos
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 ✓