TALE OF THE TAPE
| METRIC | Savannah | Benton |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 4-0 | 2-2 |
| PF / GAME | 34.9 | 23.7 |
| PA / GAME | 14.2 | 29.5 |
| AVG MARGIN | +29.9 | -9.3 |
| SOS | -7.7 | -1.7 |
| POWER | +27.2 | -9.9 |
SAVANNAH WRITES THE FINAL WORD
Savannah finished the job, as Savannah and Benton finished 50-10. MOFO got the winner right; the model had projected a 36-15 final.
The actual margin was 40 points versus MOFO's 21.4-point projection. That produced a 18.6-point margin error, with score errors of 13.7 for Savannah and 4.9 for Benton.
BENTON'S PATH TO VICTORY REMAINS PLAUSIBLE
Benton, the underdog, holds a 95% chance of winning, despite a power gap of 37.2. Their current 2-2 record and projected score of 29.5 points against Savannah's 14.2 points provide a solid foundation. The home field advantage is neutral, but Savannah's strong performance in their own class offers a potential matchup. Benton's ability to capitalize on opportunities and their team's resilience could lead to a decisive victory. The game is closely contested, but Benton's underdog status and projected margin of 21.4 points give them a favorable outlook.
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01Savannah owns the stronger scoring profile.
02Benton has faced the tougher schedule.
03A 37.2-point power-rating gap and no home-field adjustment because venue order is unverified shape the final call.