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Weekly Predictions: Fall 2017 (10/7/17)

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Weekly Predictions: Spring 2017 (2/12)

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Weekly Predictions: Fall 2016 (10/7)

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​What are weekly predictions?
Beginning in the Fall of 2015, members of the Washington University Sports Analytics club have received a weekly survey containing questions regarding upcoming sporting events. Each members’ responses have been recorded to track their performance against their peers. 
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Questions
 
Who will win?
Cubs vs. Dodgers (MLB; 56% correct)
Patriots vs. Giants (NFL; 57%)
FC Barcelona vs. Atletico Madrid (Soccer; 88%)
Ravens vs. Steelers (NFL; 71%)
Cubs vs. Pirates (MLB; 86%)
Jets vs. Bills (NFL; 50%)
FC Barcelona vs. Real Madrid (Soccer; 40%)
Eagles vs. Lions (NFL; 50%)
Panthers vs. Cowboys (NFL; 83%)
Bears vs. Packers (NFL; 0%)
 
Other
Who will rush for the most yards this week? (NFL; 0% correct)
    - Answer: Adrian Peterson
    - Incorrect Responses: Matt Forte (2), Jamaal Charles, Justin Forsett

Who will throw for the most yards this week? (NFL; 0%)
    - Answer: Tom Brady
    - Incorrect Responses: Drew Brees, Andrew Luck, Tony Romo, Matt Ryan

Which defense will allow the fewest combined rushing and receiving yards? (NFL; 33%)
    - Answer: Seattle Sehawks
    - Incorrect Responses: Buffalo Bills, Carolina Panthers, Houston Texans, New England Patriots

Which teams will make it to the World Series? (MLB; 100%)
    - Answer: Kansas City Royals and New York Mets

Who will win the World Series? (MLB; 50%)
    - Answer: Kansas City Royals
    - Incorrect Responses: New York Mets (4)

Which QB will throw for the most touchdowns this week? (NFL; 40%)
    - Answer: Aaron Rodgers
    - Incorrect Responses: Tom Brady (2), Matt Ryan

What will happen first: the Golden State Warriors lose a game, or the Philadelphia 76ers win a game? (NBA; 100%)
    - Answer: Philadelphia 76ers win

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