Model Predictions
| Model | Eastern Kentucky Colonels | Samford Bulldogs | Spread | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elo | 65.4% | 34.6% | - | ✗ |
| Bradley-Terry | 44.1% | 55.9% | - | ✓ |
| Margin | 38.5% | 61.5% | +2.6 | ✓ (20.4 off) |
| Pythagorean | 52.2% | 47.8% | - | ✗ |
Actual: Samford Bulldogs +23 (71-48). Predictions use season-end ratings.