Marcus Mariota is off to the NFL, and while he will be forever missed in Eugene, the Oregon Ducks have never been a one-man operation. There's still plenty to be excited about heading into next season at Autzen, as the Ducks set their sights on a second-straight College Football Playoff berth. Here are three reasons why they can improve on last season's finish and win the national championship:
1) Jeff Lockie/Vernon Adams
Lockie took a star turn in the spring game, completing all nine of his passes for 223 yards and three touchdowns en route to a 35-29 victory for his side.