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Top 50 teams in 2018: No. 46, California

Coach: Justin Wilcox

2017 record: 5-7

Projected 2018 record: 8-4

Circle the date: Nov. 10 at Southern Cal

Bowl trip: Las Vegas

Why No. 46: Ten starters are back on offense, including quarterback Ross Bowers. He threw for 3,039 yards and 18 touchdowns, but needs to cut his 12 interceptions from a year ago. Former walk-on Patrick Laird ran for 1,192 yards and is a threat as a receiver. The receivers are talented and deep, led by Vic Wharton III and Kanawai Noa.