The starting point for elite programs is recruiting. The Ducks rarely have elite recruiting classes but this has not stopped them from winning more games than any program except Bama. Nevertheless, it would be nice to have a top ten class once in a while. Last year's class was solid but not really very impressive. Two mediocre classes in a row would be troublesome. According to on-line reports, the Ducks are attempting to poach other teams commits. Does this mean their top targets are committing elsewhere? 
I dream of a recruiting class of blue chippers who turned down the Trojans and Huskies to come to Oregon. I also dream of winning the lottery but I don't count on it happening.