Coach: Kirk Ferentz
2017 record: 8-5
Projected 2018 record: 9-3
Circle the date: Sept. 22 vs. Wisconsin
Bowl trip: Holiday
Why No. 40: It all starts with good-guy Ferentz, who struggled at the start of his head coaching career in Iowa City, but has been a rock ever since. In 19 years, he has 143 wins and was a brilliant choice to replace Hayden Fry. ... There isn't much turnover on the staff, another reason for the 15 bowl bids in less than two decades.