Oregon is absolutely a playoff lock and that's a laughable take. Their recruiting class is elite for a reason, and they have the talent to reload instantly. A QB battle means they have multiple high-level options, not a weakness. Dan Lanning has proven he can coach defense anywhere, and the new scheme will be an upgrade, not a setback. This is a program built to win now, not rebuild. Nine wins? They'd be disappointed with ten. The Ducks are built to compete for the whole thing, and their schedule sets up perfectly. Anyone predicting a three-loss season isn't paying attention to the roster they've assembled. This is a top-four team on paper, and they'll prove it on the field. The Pac-12 title runs through Eugene, and the playoff path is clear. Calling them a fraud is just wishful thinking from rivals who can't keep up.