Model Predictions
| Model | USC Trojans | DePaul Blue Demons | Spread | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elo | 80.8% | 19.2% | - | ✗ |
| Bradley-Terry | 22.9% | 77.1% | - | ✓ |
| Margin | 19.2% | 80.8% | +7.9 | ✓ (14.1 off) |
| Pythagorean | 41.0% | 59.0% | - | ✓ |
Actual: DePaul Blue Demons +22 (99-77). Predictions use season-end ratings.