Model Predictions
| Model | SMU Mustangs | Rice Owls | Spread | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elo | 11.6% | 88.4% | - | ✓ |
| Bradley-Terry | 33.8% | 66.2% | - | ✓ |
| Margin | 33.0% | 67.0% | +3.9 | ✓ (1.1 off) |
| Pythagorean | 45.8% | 54.2% | - | ✓ |
Actual: Rice Owls +5 (57-52). Predictions use season-end ratings.
| Model | SMU Mustangs | Rice Owls | Spread | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elo | 11.6% | 88.4% | - | ✓ |
| Bradley-Terry | 33.8% | 66.2% | - | ✓ |
| Margin | 33.0% | 67.0% | +3.9 | ✓ (1.1 off) |
| Pythagorean | 45.8% | 54.2% | - | ✓ |
Actual: Rice Owls +5 (57-52). Predictions use season-end ratings.