Ok, in the spirit of this string here is my look at this season.

Since 2000
24 years in the playoffs 4 times - 2005.2007,2017,2022
Finished the season 1st twice each time playing a 4th place schedule.
2nd 5 times in the division (counting this year)
Only once since 2000 have the Jags finished above 500 in 2 consecutive years
Played 1st place schedule 3 times, finishing 6-10 twice (4th in the division) before finishing 9-8 this year. (2nd in the division)
In 2022 injuries were at a minimum, 2023 injuries were a constant issue.
Last year's team playing a 4th place schedule had a 3 games where fluky plays took a 6-11 team to a 9-8 record.
This year playing a 1st place schedule with no fluky plays the team finished 9-8, while at times beating themselves in the losses.

Based on the above I believe the team is moving in a positive direction.

PS, The Texans DID not play Buffalo, 49ers or Ravens.
The Colts DID not play the 49ers or Buffalo
That is the impact of a first place schedule...

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