The Dunkel Index is a family-owned enterprise started by Dick Dunkel, Sr., in 1929. It was designed to settle a dispute over which college football team was the best at the time. Because teams back then rarely traveled across the country to play each other, there was a constant debate between the East and West coasts over who was Number 1. Dick came up with an ingenious solution: take what data is available, create some formulas and calculate mathematically the best teams in the land. It was an idea that soon took off.

The Dunkel Index has a long and interesting history. Under the current stewardship of Bob and his son, Ben, the Dunkel Index anticipates an equally strong future. Our family appreciates all the people who have used the Dunkel Index over the years and is committed to carrying on the tradition established by Dick Dunkel, Sr. in 1929.