Through two games, Georgia Tech has seen a big jump in their season projection from ESPN’s FPI.

ESPN uses its FPI (Football Power Index) as an advanced analytical model to help look at matchups and predict outcomes. In ESPN’s own words: “FPI is a predictive rating system designed to measure team strength and project performance going forward. The ultimate goal of FPI is not to rank teams 1 through 128; rather, it is to correctly predict games and season outcomes. If Vegas ever published the power rankings it uses to set its lines, they would likely look quite a lot like FPI.

Before the season, FPI had Georgia Tech finishing 4-8. Where are the projections now after a 2-0 start for Georgia Tech, including a win over Florida State?

Game 3 at Syracuse: ESPN”s FPI gives Georgia Tech a 65.5% chance to win (3-0, 2-0 ACC)

The odds for this game have risen since Georgia Tech’s 2-0 start. Before the season, FPI gave the Yellow Jackets a 52% chance to win this game. Now it is even more in Georgia Tech’s favor.

This has not changed. The Yellow Jackets are still being given a very high chance to win this game.

Game 5 At Louisville: ESPN’s FPI gives Louisville a 74% chance to win (4-1, 2-1)

FPI is projecting the first loss of the year for Georgia Tech to come on the road against Louisville. The projection before the season gave Louisville a 78% chance to win so it has come down just slightly. The Cardinals looked good in a win over Austin Peay, but this will be their first test of the season.