PredictionTracker's most accurate model of 2024

Data Driven
NFL Predictions

Using play-by-play data, advanced metrics, and custom models to generate picks and power rankings for all 32 teams.

55.8%
Win Rate (Open)
55.2%
Win Rate (Close)
+5.7%
Avg CLV
Power Rankings

Elo rankings for the NFL

Track team strength, efficiency, and momentum throughout the season using a custom Elo model tailored to the dynamics of the NFL.

Power Rankings
1
Bills logo
Bills
1664
210
2
Rams logo
Rams
1645
309
3
Seahawks logo
Seahawks
1643
214
4
Ravens logo
Ravens
1612
5
5
49ers logo
49ers
1611
156
6
Chiefs logo
Chiefs
1600
253
7
Patriots logo
Patriots
1590
-40
8
Lions logo
Lions
1575
234
Weekly Projections

Find expected value

nfelo's power ratings are translated into spreads, win probabilities, and confidence picks for every game. Games with positive expected value are highlighted.

Projections
6 +EV
Bengals @ Steelers
Pick: Steelers
Bengals logo
-3.5
Patriots @ Jaguars
Pick: Patriots
Jaguars logo
-3.0
Seahawks @ Commanders
Pick: Commanders
Seahawks logo
-7.0
Ravens @ Cowboys
Pick: Cowboys
Ravens logo
-3.0
Jets @ Lions
Pick: Lions
Lions logo
-6.5
Model Performance

Transparent Model Performance

nfelo's performance backtest is updated weekly and available back to 2009. Picks are submitted and tracked by PredictionTracker.com, and the model code is available openly on Github.

Model Performance
+130.20u
Units
(vs Open)
55.8%
Win Rate
(vs Open)
5K
Total
Games
Research

Explore the model

Major features and advanced metrics used in the model are explained through deep dives, primers, and analysis.

Latest Research
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2020-11-01•EV
Weighted EPA Methodology & Performance
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2020-09-05•Weighted EPA