Projected United Athletic Conference standings
LangIndex projects Central Arkansas as the strongest team in the United Athletic Conference entering 2026-27. The conference averages a -2.8 power rating, ranking it #27 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 | Central Arkansas | -0.3 | #179 |
| 2 | UT Arlington | -0.5 | #190 |
| 3 | Austin Peay | -1.0 | #215 |
| 4 | Tarleton State | -2.5 | #275 |
| 5 | Eastern Kentucky | -3.2 | #302 |
| 6 | Abilene Christian | -3.4 | #311 |
| 7 | Little Rock | -3.8 | #321 |
| 8 | West Georgia | -4.4 | #331 |
| 9 | North Alabama | -6.2 | #357 |
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