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Previous success and offseason hype combine to create an accepted list of favorites to win each college football conference, but that attention isn't always correct.

Although the eventual winner certainly may come from the group of popular choices, every league contains a forgotten team.

None of the following programs are considered favorites and that’s for good reason. However, they should be well above average and are capable of contending in their conferences this year.

Don't expect greatness, but don't be surprised if these squads are in the conversation heading into the final month of the 2016 season.