Independent power rankings, predictions, win probabilities, and game results.
| Week | Opponent | Result / Prediction | vs Prediction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wk 0 | @ Illinois | L 22–30 | |
| Wk 1 | vs Fordham | W 52–7 | |
| Wk 2 | vs Buffalo | W 28–3 | |
| Wk 3 | @ Oklahoma | L 16–23 | |
| Wk 4 | @ Michigan State | L 20–23 | |
| Wk 5 | vs Northwestern | W 56–7 | |
| Wk 6 | vs Michigan | L 29–32 | |
| Wk 7 | @ Minnesota | L 23–30 | |
| Wk 8 | Bye | — | — |
| Wk 9 | vs Purdue | L 23–28 | |
| Wk 10 | vs Ohio State | L 17–26 | |
| Wk 11 | Bye | — | — |
| Wk 12 | @ Wisconsin | L 28–35 | |
| Wk 13 | vs Iowa | L 21–28 |