Quote:Eh I don't think the expectations were unrealistic for last year. I think most everyone had them pegged at right around 8 wins. Had Marks and Fowler been available I think we would have at least gotten to 7. No reason to think we can't excel once the d gets fixed. We have a playoff bound offense already.

Uh no... most everyone did not have them pegged for at least eight wins. The more realistic expectation was at least 6 wins; and as pathetic as that seems (especially given the comparatively soft schedule and the inexplicable amount of lucky breaks they got) they we're unable to even reach that! As it is right now, we only have about 1/2 of a team. We have no legitimate defense at all to speak of! We do have parts of a decent offense now; a quarterback, receivers, and a running back. We still lack a decent line however, especially on the left side. Unless addressed, Bortles will get seriously injured, expect it.

 

The improvement on our offense was bought at the price of the neglect of our defense. We're paying the price as a result. The 'D' can be fixed (given the commitment is made to get decent coaching) but it will take time; at least a couple of more seasons.

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