re: Any hope for next year?

Too many unknowns.
Not enough known good players returning.

QB - think we'll be okay, hopefully Allen learned something today.
RB - we'll be okay barring injuries.
WR - Not as good. But maybe adequate.
OL - Won't be any better. May be worse.
TE - No worse than this year, maybe okay.

DE - No better than this year.
DL - Same coach? No better.
LB - Possibly better, De'Jon, Greenlaw, Lafrance may surprise.
DB - Not expecting better.
Saftey - Maybe a little better if Montaric can step in.

So, overall, I don't think we'll be as talented, and I would be surprised if as good. If you wanted to call this bunch good.

A lot will depend on improved coaching. I can't say more than 6 wins right now with a straight face, especially in view of our road schedule.