The last re-build.....

A few questions are on my mind as we look back on the last few years.

1) Did CFB deserve the chance to re-build his staff at the end of 2012?
100% yes. Look at his record as of the end of 2012. 10+ wins in 8 of 9 years, multiple BCS bowls

2) Do we have more talent and depth on offense than 2012?
Yes as it relates to top-end talent for skill players, and we are in similar (not great) shape as it relates to depth. Recruiting of skill positions has picked up while the re-build of the offensive line was hampered by turnover.

3) Do we have more talent and depth on defense than 2012?
No, yet it's a mixed bag. Similar or better talent currently for DT, slightly less for the secondary and less for DE and LB. Depth issues caused by recruiting misses are evident.

4) Was the re-build a failure?
Sadly, yes. Not a complete and utter failure but a failure versus what was possible and expected of this program by most on the inside and outside. When the re-build occurred, we were one year removed from competing for ACC Championships. We have not competed for one since.

5) Would another year help the re-build?
No. At this point, Frank's departure looms larger than ever and the impact on recruiting puts us in a hard spot. The little remaining momentum seems to have shifted in a bad way for all involved at some point this season and it's unlikely that another year would us back to competing for ACC Championships.

What does everyone else think?