In rank order:
Optimism
1. Mason's introspection to make changes. Tough ones at that.
2. Ludwig (versus Dorrell)
3. New S & C program
4. Significant talent on defense.
Pessimism:
1. Can Mason be a successful head coach? The only really empirical evidence we have is "no"
2. Tremendous lack of depth at RB, Oline, and a bit at WR and secondary.
3. Inconsistent QB play.
4. Two significant injuries before the season even started.
What did I miss? I'm not entirely buying the whole optimism d coordinator head coach aspect other than I obviously realize I could easily be wrong, but it's one data point against a team that was decimated by injuries by that time of year. So the jury is just still out imo
Optimism
1. Mason's introspection to make changes. Tough ones at that.
2. Ludwig (versus Dorrell)
3. New S & C program
4. Significant talent on defense.
Pessimism:
1. Can Mason be a successful head coach? The only really empirical evidence we have is "no"
2. Tremendous lack of depth at RB, Oline, and a bit at WR and secondary.
3. Inconsistent QB play.
4. Two significant injuries before the season even started.
What did I miss? I'm not entirely buying the whole optimism d coordinator head coach aspect other than I obviously realize I could easily be wrong, but it's one data point against a team that was decimated by injuries by that time of year. So the jury is just still out imo
