MU is rated higher because Rivals gives bonus point for high ranking, like "Josh" Gabbert's #1. I could explain more, but it's too technical for you ! </sarcasm>
Rivals ratings has become some what of a comic relief.
With the addition of P.J. Smith our rivals.com points for WR go up from 67 to 92, but our overall team rivals.com points go from 1,180 to 1,179! (All other positions stayed the same.)