Projected Ohio Valley Conference standings
LangIndex projects Tennessee State as the strongest team in the Ohio Valley Conference entering 2026-27. The conference averages a -2.6 power rating, ranking it #25 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 | Tennessee State | -1.4 | #246 |
| 2 | UT Martin | -1.6 | #248 |
| 3 | Southern Indiana | -2.0 | #260 |
| 4 | Morehead State | -2.1 | #267 |
| 5 | Lindenwood | -2.6 | #279 |
| 6 | Western Illinois | -2.8 | #284 |
| 7 | Southeast Missouri State | -3.0 | #286 |
| 8 | SIU Edwardsville | -3.1 | #295 |
| 9 | Eastern Illinois | -4.7 | #340 |
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