Jeff Self created and maintains Beyond the Standings, an independent sports analytics project focused on evaluating team performance using data-driven models. He develops the site’s custom statistical systems and publishes rankings, ratings, and analytical summaries across professional and college sports.
Rather than relying solely on win–loss records, the models used here attempt to measure how teams perform and who they perform against. Factors such as scoring margin, opponent strength, and sport-specific context are incorporated to provide a more complete picture of team quality.
All rankings and reports are generated using custom-built statistical systems developed specifically for this site. While the underlying approaches vary by sport, their common goal is consistency, transparency, and interpretability.
If you’re interested in how the models work or how to interpret the rankings, you can find detailed explanations on the ratings methodology and ratings overview pages.
Jeff independently develops and maintains the site. All analysis reflects his own methods and interpretations and is intended for informational and educational purposes only.