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DunkelIndex.com
About The Index
Since its creation in 1929, the Dunkel Index has provided sports fans with a
unique system for forecasting games. The Dunkel method is based on the
simple premise that future performance can be predicated on past results.
To achieve an accurate predictive model, Dick Dunkel, Sr., developed a
progressive statistical formula that encapsulates all the possible variables
affecting a team. It is one of the few known formulas to incorporate the strength of one team’s schedule against another’s. The Index basically reflects all the intangibles that can affect the performance of any team, on any given day, regardless of the circumstances.
Dunkel's system proved a success when he initially applied it to college
football. Subsequent attempts to use the Index to predict games in pro
football, basketball (both pro and college) and baseball proved equally
successful. As a result, the Dunkel Index built up a following nationwide
with fans looking for an edge in predicting upcoming games. And while
attempts to replicate Dunkel's success have spawned other systems, the Index
maintains a strong and growing base of users thanks to a number of factors:
1) Longevity: The Index is no fly-by-night operation. It was
created in 1929 by Dick Dunkel, Sr., a full six years before the very first
Associated Press poll. While much has changed in sports, the Dunkel family
has managed to produce its ratings and game predictions every year since then --
a continuous streak that will not soon be broken.
2) Integrity: The Index is not owned by some large conglomerate with
conflicting interests, but continues to be run by the Dunkel family whose only
interest is upholding the standard set by Dick, Sr., and his son, Dick, Jr.
The Index uses no "fudge factors" or speculation; every pick is subjected to
careful analysis and run through the Dunkel models.
3) Accuracy: Because of Dunkel's experience and time-tested methods, the
Index has been able to accurately predict hundreds of thousands of games since
its inception. Whether straight up or against the spread, the system
consistently picks winners. And there's no "cherry-picking", either.
Dunkel produces a prediction for a full slate of games, not just the obvious
mismatches. But the real benefit of the Index is its ability to generate a
margin of victory for each game. By producing a spread to compare with
others, Dunkel gives users a unique way to gauge the strength of the picks.
4) Accountability: Dunkel stands by every prediction -- even the ones we
miss. All picks are published well before game time and do not change.
The day after the games, we run the results next to the predictions so users can
see exactly how we do. There is no double-dealing.
5) Accessibility: We pride ourselves on the relationships we've built up
over the last 76 years. Bob Dunkel, the third generation of Dunkels to
head the Index, personally responds to each e-mail. We welcome any
questions or input you have, and can be reached day or night at
dunkelratings@msn.com.
The Dunkel Index has a long and distinguished past, and its ability to produce
accurate predictions continues to win fans everywhere. This is not to say
that the Index will always be right. Upsets are a major part of sports and
as yet no model has been created that accurately predicts every game. But
what Dunkel gives you is one of the best "yardsticks" every developed, which
will give you a valuable edge in forecasting games. For decades people
have been checking with Dunkel first before making their picks. Join the
crowd...you'll be glad you did.
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COLLEGE FOOTBALL
FINAL 2007 DUNKEL TOP 5
DIVISION IA
1. USC 113.215
2. LSU 110.853
3. Missouri 109.977
4. Kansas 109.565
5. Georgia 107.968
(Through Games on 1/7)
FINAL 2007 DUNKEL TOP 5
DIVISION IAA
1. Appalachian State 89.124
2. South Dakota State 83.601
3. North Dakota State 83.532
4. Southern Illinois 81.625
5. Delaware 79.668
(Through Games on 12/15)
PRO FOOTBALL
FINAL 2007 DUNKEL TOP 5
1. New England 144.292
2. NY Giants 140.124
3. Indianapolis 139.920
4. Green Bay 139.844
5. Jacksonville 138.871
(Through Games on 2/3)
COLLEGE BASKETBALL
FINAL 2007-08 DUNKEL TOP 5
1. Kansas 85.213
2. Memphis 80.748
3. North Carolina 79.822
4. UCLA 76.404
5. Louisville 76.215
(Through Games on 4/7)
PRO BASKETBALL
REGULAR SEASON DUNKEL TOP 5
1. Boston 125.484
2. LA Lakers 122.773
3. Detroit 122.772
4. Utah 122.429
5. San Antonio 121.882
(Through Games on 4/16)
PRO HOCKEY
REGULAR SEASON DUNKEL TOP 5
1. Detroit 11.901
2. San Jose 11.864
3. Anaheim 11.809
4. Dallas 11.616
5. Montreal 11.575
(Through Games on 4/6)
PRO BASEBALL
THIS WEEK'S DUNKEL TOP 5
1. LA Angels 15.727
2. Oakland 15.658
3. NY Yankees 15.603
4. Arizona 15.571
5. Boston 15.452
(Through Games on 5/4)
Check out all our rankings and picks by clicking on the headings in the left-hand column
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