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Originally Posted by MitchelldotM
That is 100 % correct because even if every single player on this team stays healthy we are no better than a 4-12 - 5-11 team. We all know thats impossible , but yes absolutely we are the bottom feeders of the NFC as we speak.
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Sorry, this is just a ridiculous statement. While there's a lot of "knowns" on this team there are also a lot of unknowns and how those variables come together will greatly affect how we finish.
We've gotten younger, gotten rid of divas and distractions. Our QB position is suspect but our O-line has had a year in Shanny ZB system and has some young guys, we've added defensive pieces to fit the 3-4 defensive scheme we play, and gotten younger across the board. In doing so, we have added a lot of pieces that have yet to be given their chance to start and play together. Their are so many unknowns on this team that we could be anywhere from 4-12 to 10-6.
Are we super bowl bound? Almost certainly not, but stranger things have happened. Certainly, if the young guys step up, we could be a vastly improved team. We have a creampuff schedule (relatively speaking) and have a lot of young, hungry guys - many teams have had success with that formula. If they have sufficient talent - which we just don't know yet - we could have a decent run.
It's a different way of building a team. Essentially, this is year two of what looks to be at 4-5 year plan. The roster is being cleared out and guys who will play the Shanahan way are coming in. You want "sign guys to win now"? A pox on you! It has been soooo successful for us in the past.
Given the roster turnover and all the variables involved - Right now, claims that we are doomed are almost as foolish as claims we are going to the Super Bowl.