Top 25 teams: No. 13 Boise State Broncos

<p><b>13. BOISE STATE BRONCOS</b></p><p><b>2008 record:</b> 12-1</p><p><b>Returning starters offense/defense:</b> 6/5</p><p><b>Strength:</b> The passing game. Kellen Moore threw for 3,486 yards in 2008 and was one of only two freshman in the top 20 in that category. With the running game in a transitional period, look for Moore’s number to improve due to more attempts and the Broncos’ easy schedule.</p><p><b>Weakness:</b> Losing three starters from a defensive line that ranked 22nd in rushing yards allowed is a big blow for 2009. The veteran secondary should be able to compensate, but a team that starts running downhill is hard to stop.</p><p><b>Biggest star:</b> Sophomore quarterback Kellen Moore. Should have a breakout season if he can stay injury-free and build on an impressive freshman campaign.</p><p><b>Rising star:</b> Junior running back Jeremy Avery should emerge from the shadow of Ian Johnson. His numbers as a backup to Johnson last year: 614 yards, seven touchdowns and an average of 5.5 yards per carry.</p><p><b>Toughest game:</b> Not many teams can boast that the toughest game of the season is the first one, but the Broncos can. They play a premium Pac-10 team in Oregon at home on Sept. 3. If Boise State wins, it could be looking at another undefeated season.</p>