Oregon Ducks surprisingly low in USA Today's post-spring top 25

Here's how USAT justified the ranking:

"Getting another year from junior Dante Moore is huge for the Ducks, even if they’ve got another five-star passer waiting in the wings in Nebraska transfer Dylan Raiola. With a wildly talented roster keyed by strong quarterback play, line depth, and impressive additions such as former Minnesota safety Koi Perich, Oregon is built for title contention after notching 26 wins over the past two seasons. The biggest question centers on how capably Dan Lanning can promote from within to replace both of last year’s coordinators."

Of course, there are several questions that this team will have to answer in the coming months, including how the offensive line replaces three starters, how the coordinators on both sides step into new roles, and how they manage a tough road schedule that features trips to Los Angeles and Columbus.

Still, though, it appears that the Ducks have one of the most talented rosters in the nation going into the season, and USA TODAY appears to be far lower than consensus on where Oregon stands.

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