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[QUOTE="SoBristol, post: 2276373, member: 485"]
To put "shallow depth" at DL in context, we have depth issues in several spots -- Dungey needs to stay healthy, same for Phillips, Ishmael & Strickland.  The reserves behind the starting OTs are RsFs, who weren't impressive in the Spring game.  Behind Pierce at TE, we have a true frosh.

So, when we look at the DL, we have 2 4th year DTs, a promising 2nd year in Williams, plus 3 young back-ups with size.  It isn't great depth, but it is not different from the depth in other position units (LB being the exception).

I expect the offense will click (meaning the QB, the skill players and the returning OL will have had ample time to absorb the pace and schemes).  It may not make any difference against LSU, Florida State, Clemson & Louisville.  Yes, it is different than at BGSU, where Babers inherited all the offensive talent from a 10-4 team and clicked in 2015 when the starting QB returned.

Still, with an improved defense, and with the core of the offense in place, this team should be in position to compete with NC State and Pitt and people will come around.
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