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5. New Hampshire
UNH Athletics
2003. That was the last time the Wildcats did not reach the FCS playoffs. Lately, they have made two semifinal appearances in 2013 and 2014, a couple early exits after and then a quarterfinal appearance last year ending with a 56-14 loss at SDSU. So where exactly does UNH fit in the national picture? Everyone expects them to make the playoffs each season. But not many have put them in the national title conversation in recent years.
One thing that is a little more certain is the Wildcats improving on last year’s 7-4 regular season record. Seventeen starters from the SDSU game return, led by quarterback Trevor Knight and all-American receiver Neil O'Connor. The Wildcats not only expect another trip to the playoffs, they're hoping for a seed and some home games. And from there, a return to the national conversation can ensue.
