Projected Conference USA standings
LangIndex projects Liberty as the strongest team in the Conference USA entering 2026-27. The conference averages a -0.3 power rating, ranking it #13 of 32 leagues nationally. Ratings estimate scoring margin per 100 possessions against an average D-I opponent, adjusted for schedule.
| # | Team | Proj. Rating | National Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Liberty | +2.4 | #108 |
| 2 | Sam Houston | +1.9 | #115 |
| 3 | Western Kentucky | +0.3 | #159 |
| 4 | Florida International | -0.1 | #169 |
| 5 | Jacksonville State | -0.3 | #181 |
| 6 | Missouri State | -0.5 | #188 |
| 7 | Louisiana Tech | -0.7 | #197 |
| 8 | Kennesaw State | -0.7 | #198 |
| 9 | New Mexico State | -1.2 | #234 |
| 10 | Middle Tennessee | -1.4 | #242 |
| 11 | Delaware | -3.0 | #288 |
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