Thoughts on Next Year's Schedule

[Gritz]

Within reason (as long as we make the playoffs) our final record next year doesn't matter that much to me...

I could easily see a scenario where we went 11-5, 10-6 and were a better and stronger team than we were this year.

As long as we address what I consider our 2 more glaring weaknesses.....which IMO are.....

1.) An effective and consistent DE to help provide a more dangerous pass rush.

2.) A fast WR who can get open deep and/or stretch the field.

There are other things I believe we need: a better LT to protect Matt's blind side, a TE to take over the retired or soon-to-be retired Tony G, a speed back if we aren't bringing back Norwood.

We're going to be better and more dangerous next year. I have faith in Dimitroff and Smith and in the steady leadership and intelligence they bring to this team.

I have shaken the blues and shock from Saturday night and am ready to move on.