Now in Year 6, we’re sitting at 2-2 with 8 games remaining. To finish with 8 wins, we’d need to go 6-2 down the stretch. With a senior quarterback and veteran lines on both sides of the ball, the question is: would 8 wins even represent real progress at this stage?
Looking ahead to Year 7, the outlook is even more concerning. We’ll have a less mobile quarterback, a young center, and a new left tackle on offense. On defense, we’re set to lose our two best defensive linemen, our top safety, and likely face another reworked secondary. Given these key losses, how can we realistically expect to improve when we’re already struggling with an experienced roster?
This is where the frustration lies. After more than five years, it’s difficult to see a clear path toward becoming a legitimate Big 12 contender. If this is the trajectory, it’s time to adjust expectations. Leadership needs to be upfront about the direction of the program and set realistic goals for the future.
Looking ahead to Year 7, the outlook is even more concerning. We’ll have a less mobile quarterback, a young center, and a new left tackle on offense. On defense, we’re set to lose our two best defensive linemen, our top safety, and likely face another reworked secondary. Given these key losses, how can we realistically expect to improve when we’re already struggling with an experienced roster?
This is where the frustration lies. After more than five years, it’s difficult to see a clear path toward becoming a legitimate Big 12 contender. If this is the trajectory, it’s time to adjust expectations. Leadership needs to be upfront about the direction of the program and set realistic goals for the future.
