re: Why so much preseason love for Bama?

But really, take a look at our schedule.

Unless Florida finds an entire offensive unit, I don't see us losing any of the first 4 games.

Ole Miss is a possible upset, but I remain unconvinced they can put it all together yet especially with the loss of Moncrief.

Arky is Arky.

A&M is a tricky one. I have not seen anything from them during Sumlin's career that says they could put together a top quality defense. After losing two of the most dynamic players in the country and a cornerstone LT, it isn't hard to say they will take a step back.

@UT and @LSU could be tricky. I feel like we will handle UT for now, but I can certainly see LSU giving us a lot of trouble.

MSU plays us tough, but the talent disparity is too much I think.

Auburn is going to be the toughest game of the year.

In summary, the only games I can really see us losing is @LSU and Auburn. Another 10 in season is absolutely a realistic possibility and to say otherwise is being overly negative.