List of Division I FBS independents football standings (1973–present)

This article lists the final standings of Division I Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) independent college football teams from the 1973 season to the present. Prior to the reorganization of NCAA football divisions in 1973, these teams were known as Division I-A independents. An independent school in college football is one that does not belong to a formal athletic conference. Throughout the history of college football, numerous schools have operated as independents for various reasons, including historical tradition, geographic isolation, or strategic advantages. This list details their year-by-year performance and final ranking (if available) where applicable. Due to the varying levels of competition faced by independent teams, the standings often do not directly reflect their overall record or relative strength compared to teams within conferences. The rise of conference expansion and media deals has significantly reduced the number of FBS independent programs over time. Schools are listed alphabetically within each year by their official name at the end of the season.