ESPN’s Football Power Index has been updated following another week of games. Nebraska has seen their analytical numbers dramatically improve since their 68-0 victory over Akron last Saturday night.
The Huskers now rank No. 5 in the Big Ten, according to the FPI, and No. 12 overall. The Huskers have been projected to have a total of 9.2 wins and have been given a 99.8% chance of becoming bowl eligible, as well as a 27.6% chance of qualifying for the College Football Playoff.
The Oregon Ducks rank No. 1 in the Big Ten and nationally, with an FPI score of 24.6 and a projected total of 10.7 wins. The Purdue Boilermakers ranked No. 18 in the conference and No. 78 in the nation, with an FPI score of -3.3.
The Football Power Index is a measure of team strength designed to be the most accurate predictor of a team’s performance for the remainder of the season. FPI represents how many points above or below average a team is.
Nebraska (2-0) will return to action next Saturday at 11 a.m. CT when they welcome Houston Christian (1-1) to Memorial Stadium. The game is expected to be the 405th consecutive home sellout.
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