On paper Pats can comfortably win 8 to 9 games. If they get it together then I see 10 to 11 wins and a playoff berth.
This year is to remove the stink from last year. Well, and the previous three years for that matter.
It'll be to build on and if they can make a run it'll be pretty awesome. But I'm not banking on it.
I rather keep expectations low and be surprised than expect a full 180 turn and falling short.
I really just want to see the team trend the right direction—I want to see the rookies make an impact and see the potential play out as opposed to feeling deflated about yet another promising youngster not playing up to standards.