All our hopes currently depend on those promised commitments coming to fruition come their projected signing days--beyond which THOSE will have considerable repercussions as to further gains.
Still a bit elusive, considering the current state of recruiting etc. in CFB, but the best we could hope for, at this point.
No matter what, NEXT season appears to be shaping up a "transitional growth year", no matter what--depending on how far and how involved Billy chooses to delve into the transfer portal as well.
There are different theoretical strategic approaches here. I tend to favor patience and a long term effort that stresses team-building through recruiting. I get the impression that is more our Coach's philosophy as well, but now we will begin to see.
No use being inflexible, no matter what...If he sees a piece that fits that we can get right now, someone who can help us begin to improve immediately, I suspect he'll go after him.
It will be interesting to watch and see how he and his braintrust navigate these new and complex waters.