I agree to an extent, but I also think it's mostly to do with the head coordinators on both sides of the ball. If Auburn had Bud Foster or Kirby Smart as their DC, no way they'd be struggling anywhere near the extent they are currently. Just like if Florida had Malzahn or Petrino as an OC instead of Addazio. The talent is there on AU's defense (except the secondary), but Roof just isn't getting it done with scheming and coaching. They've even regressed since last year. Even if AU wins out, Chizik's going to kick Roof to the curb.
That being said, McElwain is really slipping this year on our side. Bama's receivers don't even know what a route is. Of course, team chemistry is a big part of it as well, and complacency is a monster.
Agreed.
I'm not gonna flame you, but I completely disagree. What you're hoping for AU to accomplish this season is the exception, not the rule. Can it be done? Yeah, it's possible. Is it the model to strive for? No, because a player like Newton can always tweak a knee. The defense can score points too, but even the best offense can't get the other team off the field.
"The same things win that always won."