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Originally Posted by m_sell31

Agreed. I think we will struggle next season to some extent because of this approach, but is building a great base. Honestly if we make a bowl game again next season I think deserves a big raise. My expectations will be raised starting 09-10.

I expect a 9 win season. Why don't you? You win the Big Ten with defense. We were held together with band-aids this year on D. Our defense will be better with a year of experience. Our linebackers will be thin, so we need a good recruiting class in that area.

Losing Devin Thomas on O will hurt, but can overcome it because it is a position of strength. We have a good stable of backs. My concern would be the development of the offensive line. Hoyer should be smarter in year 2.