Quote:This is the point that some here seem to miss completely.  It is going to take time for things to gel.  With the team missing veterans like Marcedes for the next several weeks, and Shorts missing the first couple, that has and will continue to be a problem for this team.  But, as the rookies continue to develop, and we get our veterans back from injury, things will steadily improve. 

I think more than anything else, health will determine how far/fast this team appears to be progressing because I believe we have more talent now than last year.

 

I think if we can get a consistent lineup with the starters for an extended period, I think the OL will improve, I think the running game will improve, the passing game will show more signs of life, and there shouldn't be as many blown coverages on the defense.

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