This weekend’s results can make things very easy or very difficult for the committee. There’s no real middle ground. Most would agree that Alabama, Oregon, and Florida State are in with a win (all are in the top five of the KPI Rankings). Most would agree there are as many […]
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MBB Notes: Scoring and Pace Continue Downward Trend
The early story of the season has been the scoring has dropped 7.8% (through Dec. 1) and returned to levels seen before rule changes were instituted for the 2013-14 season. The block/charge call has been blamed, but the difference is deeper than just one change. All data points below compare […]
Week 14 KPI Epilogue: “Tough Calls”
Several things happened on Saturday that could trigger the College Football Playoff Selection Committee to set some precedent for decisions in their first year: J.T. Barrett Injury: Injuries are part of the game. And certainly everyone hopes that J.T. Barrett is back healthy very quickly. The Barrett injury is already […]
Week 2 KPI CBB Notes: Scoring Down 7.4%
Though very early in the season, KPI Rankings for men’s basketball are now posted. Conference data through the first ten days of the season is also live. The early story of the season has been the scoring has dropped 7.4% and returned to levels seen before rule changes were instituted […]
Week 13 KPI Epilogue: “Home Stretch”
The season is finally far enough along where we can look at some real “if this team wins” and “if this team loses” scenarios. Of seven championship games to be played, only one matchup has been determined. All others have at least part of the conference title up for grabs […]