Coach: Bryan Harsin
2015 record: 9-4
Projected 2016 record: 9-3
Circle the date: Nov. 26 at Air Force
Bowl trip: Idaho Potato
Why No. 33: The Broncos aren’t used to anything less than double-digit wins, so last season was a cause for concern. But with quarterback Brett Rypien returning after a 20-touchdown year, Harsin might quickly push the team back to the top of the Mountain West. Rypien, the nephew of former NFL quarterback Mark Rypien, has plenty of help in receiver Thomas Sperbeck and running back Jeremy McNichols, who is also adept at catching passes.