Preseason projection — This game has not yet been played and 2026 in-season data is not yet available.
Edges are based on 2025 full-season performance.
Confidence will increase once in-season games are logged.
Matchup Prediction
Temple
has the edge in this matchup
Both Momentum Control (CSS) and Game Control metrics favor
Temple entering this game.
Momentum Control
58.4%
Temple wins
Lean
Game Control
58.6%
Temple wins
Lean
Advanced Stats
All 4 factors agree → Temple
· 83.1% ATS historically when all four align
↓ See full breakdown
Rice 2026 Schedule
Rice's 2026 Schedule
| Date | Matchup | Spread | Total | Result | O/U | Cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 9/5 | Rice vs Houston Christian | -7.5 | — | — | — | — |
| Sat 9/12 | Rice at Notre Dame | +35 | — | — | — | — |
| Sat 9/19 | Rice vs Western Michigan | +7 | — | — | — | — |
| Sat 9/26 | Rice at Fresno State | +18.5 | — | — | — | — |
| Sat 10/3 | Rice vs UTSA | +12.5 | — | — | — | — |
| Sat 10/10 | Rice at East Carolina | +18 | — | — | — | — |
| Sat 10/17 | Rice vs Tulsa | +10 | — | — | — | — |
| Sat 10/24 | Rice at Florida Atlantic | +11.5 | — | — | — | — |
| — Bye Week — | ||||||
| Sat 11/7 | Rice at North Texas | +11 | — | — | — | — |
| Sat 11/14 | Rice vs Tulane | +10.5 | — | — | — | — |
| Thu 11/19 | Rice at Temple | +12 | — | — | — | — |
| Sat 11/28 | Rice vs Army | +11.5 | — | — | — | — |
Temple 2026 Schedule
Temple's 2026 Schedule
| Date | Matchup | Spread | Total | Result | O/U | Cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 9/5 | Temple vs Rhode Island | -17 | — | — | — | — |
| Sat 9/12 | Temple vs Penn State | +16 | — | — | — | — |
| Sat 9/19 | Temple at Toledo | +3 | — | — | — | — |
| Sat 9/26 | Temple vs Army | +2 | — | — | — | — |
| Sat 10/3 | Temple at South Florida | +8.5 | — | — | — | — |
| Sat 10/10 | Temple vs UConn | -3.5 | — | — | — | — |
| Sat 10/17 | Temple vs Charlotte | -22 | — | — | — | — |
| — Bye Week — | ||||||
| Sat 10/31 | Temple at East Carolina | +8.5 | — | — | — | — |
| Sat 11/7 | Temple at Navy | +8.5 | — | — | — | — |
| Sat 11/14 | Temple vs UAB | -13.5 | — | — | — | — |
| Thu 11/19 | Temple vs Rice | -12 | — | — | — | — |
| Fri 11/27 | Temple at Memphis | +10 | — | — | — | — |
Advanced Stats
Advanced Analytics Matchup
Matchup-adjusted (offense vs opponent defense) ·
2025 season (prior year)
Agreement Signals — When All Metrics Agree
Elite · 83.1% ATS
PPA + PPO + SR + Havoc
All 4 Agree
→ Temple
Elite · 82.4% ATS
PPA + PPO + Havoc
3 Agree
→ Temple
Elite · 73.9% ATS
PPA + Success Rate
Both Agree
→ Temple
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 (prior year — 2026 data not yet available) ·
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?
Temple Edge
Temple +0.05
CSS Edge (season-to-date)
Teams with this edge win 58.4% of games historically
Based on 2025 full season · preseason estimate
Game Control (GC)
Win Probability Dominance
Who controls games start to finish?
Temple Edge
Temple +6.8
GC Edge (season-to-date)
Teams with this edge win 58.6% of games historically
Based on 2025 full season · preseason estimate
Coaching Matchup
Rice
Scott Abell #123
5–8 (39%)
· Yr 2 at school
OC
Vince Munch
Yr 2
#124
DC
Jon Kay
Yr 2
#121
Temple
K. C. Keeler #36
5–7 (42%)
· Yr 2 at school
OC
Tyler Walker
Yr 2
#45
DC
Brian Smith
Yr 2
#135
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 ✓