Independent power rankings, predictions, win probabilities, and game results.
| Week | Opponent | Result / Prediction | vs Prediction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wk 1 | vs Eastern Illinois | W 34–27 | |
| Wk 2 | @ Tulsa | L 35–38 | |
| Wk 3 | vs Vanderbilt | L 28–38 | |
| Wk 4 | @ Kentucky | L 23–31 | |
| Wk 5 | @ Ball State | L 38–44 | |
| Wk 6 | vs Toledo | L 32–52 | |
| Wk 7 | @ Eastern Michigan | W 39–10 | |
| Wk 8 | @ Ohio | L 17–24 | |
| Wk 9 | Bye | — | — |
| Wk 10 | vs Central Michigan | L 22–35 | |
| Wk 11 | @ Western Michigan | W 24–21 | |
| Wk 12 | vs Miami (OH) | L 23–29 | |
| Wk 13 | vs Akron | L 12–44 |