Reflector · Dec 2, 2015
Compher: No bowl for ECU
Because there will not be 80 six-win teams by the end of this weekend, some teams with 5-7 records — like the Pirates finished with after last week’s 19-16 home loss to Cincinnati — will play in the postseason. It was determined on Monday that Academic Progress Rate scores will determine which of those teams will receive invitations.
“While we understand there are still numerous programs with higher APR scores ahead of us who merit stronger consideration, we have already determined that we would decline an offer should one be extended,” Compher said in the release. “Our efforts should be centered on positioning the Pirates for future championships.”