A lot of credence is given to ESPN’s College Football Power Index (FPI). However, it consistently misses the mark when it comes to the Michigan Wolverines.
Michigan’s currently ranked No. 8 in the FPI while Big Ten rivals such as Ohio State and Penn State rank higher. Ohio State is ranked No. 1 in the FPI and Penn State is at No. 5.
The FPI also gives Michigan a minimal chance of winning the Big Ten East (19.6%), Big Ten Championship (16%) and making the College Football Playoff (20.7%).
Michigan, currently ranked No. 2 in the AP Top 25 poll and 5-0 on the season, shouldn’t be sweating being lower on the FPI.