Question 1

How are the 2026 college football offseason grades calculated?

Accepted Answer

Each FBS program is scored on four things: transfer portal moves (35%), recruiting (25%), returning production (25%), and NIL efficiency (15%). The four pieces are weighted into one overall score.

Question 2

Are the grades curved?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Programs are scored on a curve against the rest of the FBS, so an A means the offseason was strong relative to everyone else, not against an abstract standard.

Question 3

What is NIL efficiency?

Accepted Answer

How much on-field value a program bought per NIL dollar. It rewards spending that translates into talent and roster strength rather than raw spend alone.

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