College football analytics
What does ATS mean in betting?
ATS means against the spread. It describes a result compared with a point spread, not simply which team won the game.
How a point spread works
A favorite listed at −7 must win by more than 7 points to cover; an underdog listed at +7 can lose by fewer than 7 and still cover. If the final margin lands exactly on the spread, the result is a push, not a win or loss. This is a general explanation, not a pick or betting recommendation.