Coach: Mario Cristobal
2017 record: 7-6
Projected 2018 record: 9-3
Circle the date: Oct. 13 vs. Washington
Bowl trip: Foster Farms
Why No. 25: Quarterback Justin Herbert is ready to become the latest in a long line of star quarterbacks in Eugene, a line that includes Marcus Mariota, Dan Fouts and Joey Harrington. Herbert went 6-1, throwing 15 TD passes and just five interceptions to go along with 1,983 passing yards in just eight games. ... Cristobal, a former coach at Florida International, walked into a great situation after working as head coach in the Las Vegas Bowl.